At the doctor, she was told she had macular scar over entire right eye. Now, she is expecting to face total blindness in her future. As Sarah started opening up to friends and family about her situation, she also got connected to resources to help her. It started out with one person from her past connecting her with a coworker and a support group. Then, she found First Aid for the Blind.

Luckily, Aaron had previously connected with Kurt Deichmann, president of First Aid for the Blind, in a friend-of-a-friend situation. Kurt was able to provide Aaron with the FAFTB Beginner's Independent Living Skills Training and teach him how to navigate the world without sight.

Damage to the blood vessels in her cranium caused vision loss. Jazmene didn't know what to do. She was used to being independent. Now, she would have to adapt. Enter First Aid for the Blind. The team was able to train Jazmene on different tools that would restore some of her freedom.

From her training with FAFTB, Kelly said she appreciates the sense of community she feels. She is amazed by how many supports are available, from people and programs to devices and technology. | First Aid for the Blind, Support for Visually Impaired

Friends who are experiencing any type of vision loss, we are here for you! First Aid for the Blind | Life Skills Training for Blind People