Self-Assessment: Learning to Cope

When trying to decide what kinds of help and support you need, it’s helpful to first analyze the day-to-day problems you’re having that are – and are not – related to your vision loss:

• Which tasks can you still do independently?
• Which tasks can you do independently, but with difficulty?
• Which tasks require some assistance?
• Which tasks are you no longer able to do?

Be sure to include your family members and friends and ask if they have additional concerns or observations that you are not aware of.

Your Vision Rehabilitation Options

Try to make every effort to learn about the range of helpful resources in your community, such as senior centers, church groups, and adult education programs.  You can also reach out to a consumer self-help group, explore vision rehabilitation self-study courses, or speak with a professional staff member at your local vision rehabilitation facility. For more information about any of these options, see Vision and Services, State Rehabilitation Agencies, and How to Find Vision Rehabilitation Services in Your Home Area/Resources.