🌅 Macular degeneration
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Living Well with Central Vision Loss – Adjustment Training that Works for You
👁 What is Macular Degeneration?
Macular degeneration is the main cause of blindness and severe vision loss in Aotearoa New Zealand. It usually affects people aged over 50. It is often called age-related macular degeneration (AMD or ARMD). But there are also inherited forms that affect young people. People may still have side vision, but everyday tasks can become difficult, including:
Reading and writing
Recognising faces
Using electronic devices
Seeing fine details, colours, or contrast
Driving or navigating unfamiliar spaces
🛠 What Kind of Training Do We Offer?
Daily Living Skills – safely preparing food, managing money, organising routines
Low Vision Tools – magnifiers, bold markers, talking clocks, phone settings
Orientation & Mobility – moving confidently with limited central vision
Communication & Connection – staying socially connected and emotionally supported
Home Modifications – improving lighting, contrast, and organisation
Whānau / Support Training – practical education for family or carers