CONFERENCE REGISTRATION – 2026

“LOW VISION MATTERS EVEN MORE“

A collaboration between Low Vision Centre of Learning and University of Alabama at Birmingham

CONFERENCE Attendee Registration

DATE: 19th – 21th October 2026

CEU ACCREDITATION – 18 CLINICAL POINTS

VENUE: BALAIKA HOTEL – PROTEA HOTEL / MARRIOTT JOHANNESBURG

(please note that accommodation is for your own account)

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES FROM 17th JUNE 2026

OPTIONDATE/DURATIONPRICE
EARLY BIRD Day 1 Conference Option19th October 2026R —–
EARLY BIRD Day 2 Conference Option20th October 2026R —–
EARLY BIRD Day 3 Conference Option21st October 2026R —–
EARLY BIRD Day 1-3 Conference Option19th – 21st October 2026R —–
REGULAR PRICING Day 1 Conference Option19th October 2026R —–
REGULAR PRICING Day 2 Conference Option20th October 2026R —–
REGULAR PRICING Day 3 Conference Option21st October 2026R —–
REGULAR PRICING Day 1-3 Conference Option19th – 21st October 2026R —–

SPEAKERS

BETH BARSTOW

PhD, OTR/L, SCLV, FAOTA

Professor and Program Director Graduate Certificate in Low Vision Rehabilitation

The University of Alabama

JASON VICE

Phd, OTR/L, SCLV

Assistant Professor

Department of Occupational Therapy UAB
The University of Alabama at Birmingham

ACCOMMODATION

Delegates to make their own reservations by clicking HERE
OR e-mail or call
reservations@balalaika.co.za or +27 (0) 11 322 5000

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CONFERENCE PROGRAM

Day 1 – Monday, 19th October 2026

DAY 119 OCTOBER 2026THEME: CENTRAL VISION LOSS
08H00 – 09H00REGISTRATION & TEA
09H00 – 10H30LECTUREOverview of anatomical structures of the ocular system associated with central vision loss and the impact of
central vision loss on daily living activities. Common eye conditions such as Macular Degeneration, Macular hole,
Diabetic Retinopathy and Stargardt’s Disease will be discussed.
10H30 – 11H00TEA
11H00 – 12H30LECTUREMethods to assess and screen for central vision loss will be explored including Macular Scotoma Assessment,
California Central Visual Field Test, SK Read, Visual Skills for Reading Test, Handwriting screens and others.
Interpretation of results including those received from other referral sources will be explained
12H30 – 13H30LUNCH
13H30 – 15H00LECTUREDeveloping intervention strategies for central vision loss that can be implemented to minimize the impact on
functional vision. Techniques such as eccentric viewing training, environmental modification and compensatory
strategies and equipment will be included.
15H00 – 15H30TEA
15H30 – 17H00LAB ACTIVITIESThis hands-on workshop equips practitioners with practical strategies for diagnostic assessment and interpretation
of results specific to central vision loss. Assessments such as Macular scotoma assessment, California Visual Field
Test, SK Read, Visual Skills for Reading Test and Eccentric viewing training- reading and writing will be explored.

Day 2 – Tuesday, 20th October

DAY 220 OCTOBER 2026THEME: PERIPHERAL VISION LOSS
08H30 – 09H00TEA
09H00 – 10H30LECTUREOverview of anatomical structures associated with peripheral visual field loss and the impact of peripheral visual
field loss on mobility and daily living. Common conditions causing peripheral visual field loss such as Retinitis
Pigmentosa, Glaucoma, Brain injury including Homonymous Hemianopisa (with macular sparing) will be presented.
10H30 – 11H00TEA
11H00 – 12H30LECTUREMethods to assess and screen for peripheral visual field loss will be explored including 2-person kinetic screening,
counting fingers screening, Cancellation tests, Tangent screens and Computerized tools such as BITS and Dynavision.
Effective methods to interpret results will be learnt.
12H30 – 13H30LUNCH
13H30 – 15H00LECTUREDeveloping intervention strategies that can be implemented to minimise the impact on functional vision for typical
defects associated with peripheral visual field loss. Compensatory strategies including skill development, equipment,
scanning training and environmental modification will be covered.
15H00 – 15H30TEA
15H30 – 17H00LAB ACTIVITIESPractice diagnostic assessment interpretation and screening administration and interpretation specific to peripheral
visual field loss. This will include assessments such as Counting fingers, 2-Person Kinetic Testing, Cancellation
activities, Scan course and Simulated Dynavision activitieS

Day 3 – Wednesday, 21st October

DAY 321 OCTOBER 2026THEME: COMBINATION OF CENTRAL & PERIPHERAL VISION LOSS AND
OTHER IMPORTANT CONDITIONS
08H00 – 09H00TEA
09H00 – 10H30LECTUREOverview of anatomical structures associated with eye conditions resulting in a combination of visual field loss as
well as central vision loss and the impact these have on daily living. Common conditions such as diabetic
retinopathy, optic nerve disorders, advanced glaucoma, albinism, brain injury including Homonymous Hemianopsia
will be covered. Other eye conditions will also be covered as well as important aspects of daily living
10H30 – 11H00TEA
11H00 – 12H30LECTUREAppropriate assessment and screening options for ocular conditions regardless of field loss. Factors such as
Literacy, Psychosocial status and aspects not yet covered relating to activities of daily living will be elaborated on.
12H30 – 13H30LUNCH
13H30 – 15H00LECTUREInterventions strategies appropriate for ocular conditions regardless of field loss will be discussed. Visual and non-visual strategies, development of accessible and readable handouts/materials and psychosocial interventions will
be covered
15H00 – 15H30TEA
15H30 – 17H00LAB ACTIVITIESThis hands-on workshop equips practitioners with practical strategies for screening and intervention and will
include case analysis as well as the following: activities of daily living assessments- administration and
interpretation; visual and non-visual strategies for completion of activities of daily living; assessing reading
material levels; development of appropriate levelled reading materials

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