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Listen to Brenda's story

“The ophthalmologist looked at my eyes and shook his head and said ‘you’re in very grave trouble’.”

At the age of 91-years-old, Brenda is a disability advocate, volunteer and established a much-loved local lawn bowls group.

These achievements came after she lost her vision. Brenda shares her experience of life after vision loss.

More real stories

Audio story book

Listen to the experiences of others living with blindness or severe vision loss.

In their own time, they connected with a range of supports allowing them to continue doing the things they have always done like reading, traveling, working and much more.

What's next?

Resources and support

If you, or a loved one, is blind or has low vision, and would like to know about the support available, Let's Talk About Vision Loss is an excellent audio and text resource for you. Order your free copy, or call to speak to Vision Australia.

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