When I first began losing my vision, I had no roadmap — just questions, fear, frustration, and a determination to stay independent. Living with low vision, macular degeneration, and the daily challenges of vision loss has shaped every part of my life, and for years I searched for real stories from people who had walked … Read more
I don’t remember exactly when I first came across the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB), but I do remember how it felt: solid, trustworthy, and not overwhelming. At a time when I was still figuring out what vision loss meant for my life, AFB became one of those steady resources I kept returning to—especially … Read more
When I first realized I needed help getting around, I had no idea where to start. Everyone kept saying “just reach out to a specialist” or “contact your local agency”—but no one told me how to do that, or even what I should be looking for. So today I want to share what I’ve learned—the … Read more
When I first started losing my vision, I had no idea how much I relied on visual cues to get through my day. Just walking across a parking lot or navigating my own kitchen became a challenge. But over time, I discovered something incredibly powerful—Orientation and Mobility (O&M) training. Learning how to move through the … Read more
Living with vision loss means adapting routines in ways that might not seem important—until they are. One of the most helpful small changes I’ve made involves something many people overlook: where I put my slippers at night. Each evening, I place my slippers in the same spot next to my bed. Not right where I’ll … Read more
Genetic factors are an important area of research when it comes to eye health. I have been closely following studies on macular degeneration and how genetics might play a key role in its onset and progression. This article breaks down the ways in which genetics influence the condition and examines questions like, what is the … Read more
Macular degeneration, a condition that affects a significant part of the aging population, has been on my mind for a while. I have researched a lot on this topic and found that natural remedies and lifestyle adjustments can help manage the progression of this condition. In this article I share some of the natural treatments, … Read more
