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Dr. Grace Ambrose-Zaken to Discuss the Pediatric Belt Cane on Eye On Vision

Dr. Grace Ambrose-Zaken was interviewed by Stephen Usery for an upcoming episode on the radio program Eye On Vision. The episode is scheduled to air at approximately 12:15 PM Eastern on Sunday, December 28, 2025, on FM 89.3 WYPL in Memphis.


This interview will spotlight the Pediatric Belt Cane, an innovative early mobility device designed to support babies and children with a mobility visual impairment or blindness. Listeners will gain insight into how early, developmentally appropriate mobility tools can change outcomes for children with visual impairments and their families.


Listeners can tune in live on WYPL FM 89.3, the Memphis Public Libraries’ broadcast radio station, which offers reading services and local music programming. The station also streams online at http://memphislibary.org/wypl. Additional information about the program is available at http://eyeonvision.blogspot.com.



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About the Interview and Why It Matters

The interview will focus on the Pediatric Belt Cane—how it was developed, why early mobility is critical for children who are blind, and how this tool supports safe, confident exploration during the most formative years of development.


Hosted by Janet Sides, Eye On Vision is known for thoughtful conversations that elevate practical solutions and lived experiences within the vision-loss community. Dr. Ambrose-Zaken brings both clinical expertise and real-world perspective to the discussion, highlighting the gap that exists in early mobility options for young children—and how the Pediatric Belt Cane helps fill it.


This conversation is especially meaningful given WYPL’s commitment to accessible programming for listeners with visual impairments. Eye On Vision airs weekly on Sundays at 11 AM and is hosted by Janet Sides. This special segment offers listeners a deeper dive into pediatric orientation and mobility than is typically covered.


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How to Listen and Engage


To catch this insightful interview, tune in to FM 89.3 WYPL on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at about 12:15 PM Eastern. If you are outside the Memphis area or prefer online listening, the station streams live at http://memphislibary.org/wypl.


After the broadcast, the Eye On Vision website at http://eyeonvision.blogspot.com may provide additional resources, show notes, or ways to contact the host and guest.


Why This Interview Is Important

Early independent movement is foundational to learning, confidence, and quality of life. By featuring the Pediatric Belt Cane on Eye On Vision, this interview helps raise awareness about an often-overlooked stage of orientation and mobility—the earliest years.


Dr. Grace Ambrose-Zaken’s voice brings clarity, credibility, and urgency to the conversation, offering families hope and practical solutions during a critical window of development.


Whether you are a parent, educator, therapist, or advocate, this interview offers valuable insight into how thoughtful design and early support can help blind children move through the world more safely and confidently.


Mark your calendar for December 28, 2025, and join the conversation on WYPL FM 89.3 or online.


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