Senior using bright task lighting from a floor lamp while reading to aid low vision

Living Well with Low Vision from AMD or Glaucoma: Practical Tips & Resources

ByEvelyn Hayes

Adapting and Thriving with Low Vision A diagnosis of Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) or advanced Glaucoma often means adjusting to life with “low vision.” Low vision is a term used when significant vision loss has occurred that cannot be fully corrected with regular glasses, contact lenses, medication, or surgery. It typically involves blind spots, blurred…

Eye doctor performing a comprehensive eye exam on a senior patient to check for conditions like glaucoma

Glaucoma in Seniors: The ‘Silent Thief of Sight’ Explained

ByEvelyn Hayes

Understanding Glaucoma: Protecting Your Sight as You Age Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness worldwide, and the risk significantly increases with age. Often called the “silent thief of sight,” the most common form of glaucoma typically develops slowly and without noticeable symptoms in its early stages. This makes understanding the condition…