What is Low Vision?
Low vision refers to a condition where a person experiences vision loss that cannot be corrected with glasses, medical intervention, or surgery. People with low vision may have some useful vision left. Low vision affects each person in different ways dependent on the cause for low vision. Low vision is often categorised as early, moderate, […]
What are low vision eye conditions?
Low vision refers to a condition where an individual experiences vision loss that cannot be corrected with glasses, medical intervention, or surgery. People with low vision may have some useful vision left. Low vision affects each person in different ways dependent on the cause for low vision. Low vision is often categorised as early, moderate, or […]
How to clean your eyes
Usually, your eyes will naturally clean themselves by spreading tears over the surface of your eye as you blink. Eyelids, eyelashes, and eyebrows will mostly keep out foreign objects like dirt or dust, but occasionally, you may get foreign objects or chemical splashes in your eyes. If this happens, it is important to flush the […]
Smart Light Bulbs
A smart bulb is an internet-capable LED light bulb that allows lighting to be customised, scheduled and controlled remotely. Since they come in different shapes and sizes there’s a smart bulb for almost any lamp or fixture, indoors and outdoors. Smart bulbs are very useful for people experiencing vision loss allowing you to light a room […]
Navigating public transport with vision loss
Tips and strategies to help you plan ahead When you’re experiencing vision loss, it’s normal to feel a loss of independence when it comes to mobility and transportation. For some, driving may have been your primary mode of transportation or you maybe adjusting to using transportation after a change in vision. When using public transport with low vision, it […]
Emotional Well-being and sight loss
The possibility of living with sight loss can have a significant impact on your health and well-being. Take a look at the resources and tools we have to support you and help you to embrace life’s challenges. Losing your sight may be a scary and life-altering experience. Whether gradual or sudden, the process of adjusting to vision […]
