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I'm legally blind, finally! (self.Blind)
submitted by Littlebiggran
I finally saw my eye doctor. I was terrified as she put me through tests. She had a ton of tech tools for seeing better in limited circumstances. I have a clip on double lens for watching TV. I captured titles but at least I'm aware of where the faces are!
I also got a sliding magnifier for seeing prices while shopping.
And after all this, I nervously asked her am I anywhere near legally blind? She told me yes, that these aides are to help me some, but 8 am definitely legally blind. She will notify the state and they will call me on services and training.
I was so afraid but relieved it is finally official!!
I also got a sliding magnifier for seeing prices while shopping.
And after all this, I nervously asked her am I anywhere near legally blind? She told me yes, that these aides are to help me some, but 8 am definitely legally blind. She will notify the state and they will call me on services and training.
I was so afraid but relieved it is finally official!!
East_Neighborhood179 3 points 1y ago
sorry to hear that... but I guess It's better to know the truth
Idkanymore_123 3 points 1y ago
At least you finally found out
TechnicalPragmatist 1 points 1y ago
Not quite sure what to say to this, congratulations is the wrong word hahaha!
So welcome to the blind club hahahah!
So welcome to the blind club hahahah!
Littlebiggran [OP] 1 points 1y ago
Thank you. My anxiety was so high until this.
sk_uh 1 points 1y ago
I’m glad that now you’ll have access to the services you need!
Littlebiggran [OP] 1 points 1y ago
Becaude the official diagnosis is over. Being blind s#cks, but not being able to be eligible for any services is worse. So it's more relief.
blindchickruns 1 points 1y ago
welcome to the club.
GloomyCoconut273 1 points 1y ago
I have RP sometimes I think that it would be a relief to just reach this point already. the anticipation and stress kills me so I don't live my best life. I'm probably also gonna be celebrating
DevelopmentJazzlike2 1 points 1y ago
i feel exactly this way. Being legally blind would also just be a concise way to explain it without feeling like im lying or exaggerating
OutWestTexas 1 points 1y ago
I guess we should congratulate you since you seem happy. Most people experience grief.
OutWestTexas 1 points 1y ago
Hmmm. Not the reaction I was expecting.
Littlebiggran [OP] 1 points 1y ago
Yes, the waiting is over.
snimminycricket 4 points 1y ago
I understand the sense of relief! I felt the same way when my low vision specialist told me I was legally blind too. I know for some people it's scary to hear, but the reality is that it's just putting an official label on what you're already experiencing, and it certainly improves your chances of getting help so I think it's a good thing when it finally happens!
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