Vision Impairment Help At Home Designed for You

Do you need visual impairment in-home care and support? Are you looking for a professional support service with experience delivering in-home help for vision impaired people?

If you are living with a vision impairment, you may have unique care needs and require some help managing everyday activities that can be difficult to manage alone.

At Beacon Support, we have many years of experience providing in-home care to clients who have some level of vision impairment. As a result, we understand how hard it can be living with vision impairment. Depending on the extent of your vision impairment, we can provide a range of help for vision impaired options.

Understanding the unique challenges faced by those with visual impairments, we proudly offer specialised NDIS support services tailored to meet your individual needs, ensuring you have access to the comprehensive care and assistance required to lead a fulfilling life.

We will work in close consultation with you to design a vision impairment support plan, as well as manage any impacts that may be related to other conditions.

While the specific vision impairment services we offer will vary with your condition and individual situation, we can provide a range of support options including:

Communication support and devices
Emotional support to you and your loved ones
Coordination with other services such as occupational therapy, and physiotherapy
Mobility assistance
Nutrition support and feeding assistance
Administering of medication
Bowel and bladder function support
Personal care support as required
24 hour support if needed.

Managing Vision Impairment at Home

In acknowledgment that each person can be affected differently by vision impairment, your care and support plan will be heavily personalised. Your plan may incorporate help with everyday activities, as well as management of other symptoms or conditions you may be living with.

A core focus of your visual impairment at-home support plan will be having a thorough understanding of your needs and ensuring client safety. We can also work in coordination with other care and support care services as required.

Visual Impairment Help You Can Trust

Our vision impairment in-home services are delivered based on a commitment to quality care and support you can trust. Every member of our team is focused on making sure you feel supported at every step of the way, with high-level care and understanding. We will approach your care professionally and with empathy at all times, regardless of the situation.

Your vision impairment support will be provided under the supervision of a Registered Nurse so you receive the best of care. We are also a registered NDIS provider.

Call us today at 1300 435 782 or contact us via our online form for a consultation or to learn more about our vision impairment services. We’re more than happy to discuss your specific vision impairment needs and advise how we may be able to support you.

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What is Visual Impairment?

Visual impairment is when someone doesn't see as well as others, even with glasses, contacts, medicine, or surgery. It ranges from having trouble seeing things clearly to being completely unable to see.

This condition can make everyday tasks challenging and affect a person's ability to navigate the world around them, touching deeply on their independence and quality of life.

What Causes Visual Impairment?

So many different things can lead to visual impairment, and it's rarely anyone's fault. It might be due to genetics, health conditions like diabetes, accidents, or just part of growing older.

Conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration are common culprits. Each person's journey with vision loss is unique, and understanding the cause is the first step towards finding the best support and solutions.

Is Blindness the Same as Visual Impairment?

Not quite. Blindness is the most severe form of visual impairment and means very little or no vision at all. But when we talk about visual impairment, it includes all levels of vision loss, including those who have partial sight. It's a spectrum, with each person experiencing it in their own way.

Recognising this difference helps us better support and accommodate everyone's unique needs.

What Are the Main Problems Associated with Visual Impairment?

Living with visual impairment can be really tough. It's not just about not seeing well; it's about the little things many of us take for granted – reading a book, moving around safely, or even recognising a friend's face from a distance.

There's also the bigger picture – feeling left out, facing emotional stress, and sometimes struggling to find work or continue education. But remember, with the right support and tools, many of these challenges can be navigated more smoothly.

How is Visual Impairment Diagnosed?

Finding out about visual impairment starts with a thorough eye check-up from a professional. They'll do tests – like seeing how well you can see at different distances and checking the health of your eyes.

It's really about understanding your vision as a whole, figuring out the challenges, and starting the conversation about how to support your vision health best.

Can Visual Impairment Be Treated?

Sometimes, yes. The path to treatment, or managing vision loss, really depends on what's causing it. Some conditions can be helped with surgery or medication, while others might mean finding ways to make the most of the vision you have.

Tools, technology, and support can play huge roles in living a full life, even when vision can't be fully restored. The key is early detection and embracing available resources.

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