If you’re new to vision loss, things can feel overwhelming at first. Everyday tasks like making coffee or finding your keys may suddenly turn into hours of frustration. I’ve felt the confusion as small changes piled up, and it’s more than just learning to get by. It’s about finding ways to make life work again, … Read more
Why what you’re feeling is valid—and what to expect as you adapt Losing vision isn’t just a physical change—it’s an emotional and psychological journey that can take you by surprise. Even if the diagnosis was expected or gradual, the emotional reactions that follow often aren’t. And if you’re anything like I was, you might not … Read more
The quiet beginning of a journey I didn’t know I’d be taking Before I ever heard the words “macular degeneration” from my own doctor, I had already seen what vision loss could do to someone. I had lived with it—not directly, but through the eyes of my mother. And though I didn’t realize it at … 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
