Support Groups

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Learn tips and strategies for starting a support group and discover their role in your adjustment process.

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Tips and Strategies for Starting a Support Group

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Have you ever thought of starting a support group for people who are blind or low vision in your community? Whether you are a professional who works with people affected by vision changes, someone who is blind or low vision, or you have a loved one who is, starting and facilitating […]

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Support Groups: Their Role in the Adjustment Process

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish) If you are new to blindness or low vision, you may feel overwhelmed and need additional support. Participation in a support group may facilitate your adjustment to vision loss. Support groups bring people together who share a similar life challenge. Members learn to cope and feel less […]

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Support Groups and Other Resources

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)If you have been diagnosed with an eye condition or you have a family member who has, joining a support group may be the most important thing you’ll ever do. Whether online or in your local community, such groups offer the opportunity to talk to others to share […]

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