Blind Accessibility Tips - Accessible Toolkit for Busy Times

A free, screen reader–friendly toolkit from Blind Accessibility Tips

The Accessible Toolkit for Busy Times is a practical, easy-to-use resource created to support blind and visually impaired persons during demanding and overwhelming periods. It is also useful for their caregivers, teachers, and family members who want accessible, real-world tools to help with planning, organisation, and technology use.

This toolkit focuses on everyday challenges that often become harder during busy times, such as managing tasks, tracking spending, shopping online, handling emails and files, and navigating a computer efficiently with a screen reader.

What is included in this toolkit:

• Welcome Guide – Explains how to use the toolkit effectively and at your own pace.

• Planning and Organization Checklists – Flexible, practical checklists to help you stay organized and reduce stress.

• Accessible Budget Guide and Template – A clear, screen reader–friendly Microsoft Word budget table to help you plan and track spending independently.

• Accessible Online Shopping and Safety Guide – Practical guidance for shopping online with a screen reader, managing email attachments, organising files, and avoiding scams.

• Keyboard Shortcuts Cheat Sheet – Essential Windows, Microsoft Word, Google Chrome, and NVDA shortcuts to save time and reduce frustration.

All documents are written in clear language, structured for easy navigation, and designed with accessibility in mind.

This toolkit is offered free as a community resource. If you find it helpful, you are welcome to support Blind Accessibility Tips, which helps make it possible to create more free, accessible learning materials for blind and visually impaired users.

Download the toolkit, use what supports you most, and approach busy periods with greater confidence, clarity, and independence.