When 22-year-old Logan Barrantes talks about his childhood, he describes it as being “on the outside looking in.” Born 10 weeks premature with substantial vision loss, Logan also has been diagnosed with autism, developmental delays and global...
Learn moreWhen Trena King first walked into Society for the Blind, she was skeptical and scared. She almost walked out as she wondered how anyone there could understand the challenges she was facing losing her vision. One question changed her entire...
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I am dedicating my August blog to a review of eye health and safety tips for children. As kids get ready to return to school later this month, it’s a good time to get an eye exam. Changes in vision can impact a child’s ability to read and focus...
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When Stuart realized he needed help with his declining vision, he didn’t wait for classes to start at Society for the Blind. He put a cover over his eyes at home and got to work. “I’ve heard that some people fight vision loss tooth and nail and...
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“My parents always told me I could be whatever I want. I never thought about not being able to do things I love.” – Patricia Figueroa, Society for the Blind Client At a recent staff meeting, the question was asked, “What does independence mean...
Learn moreWhen Sweet Ann first noticed she couldn’t see anything below her chin, she was in college in her home country, the Philippines. A sense of dread overtook her, as she recognized the telltale symptom of retinitis pigmentosa, better known as RP. She...
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