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12/10/2026

“I wish someone had told me what Dad might be going through.”

When a loved one is living with low vision, it often affects more than their sight. There are bigger moments where this may be clear: the loss of a license might bring up concerns around travelling independently, changes to vision may lead to a fall or injury.

But it can also impact them in ways which are less obvious. A misplaced item might take twice as long to find. A text message might be left unanswered because the keyboard is too small to read. Feelings of anxiety, isolation, and frustration can creep into many everyday moments.

Understanding the different ways vision loss can impact your loved one is the first step towards understanding how best you can support them. To read Laurence’s story of what he wished family understood about living with low vision, visit https://www.seeway.com.au/what-i-wish-family-understood.

[Image description: A woman hugging her father from behind inside a graphic of an eye. Text above the image reads "I wish some had told me" and text inside a speech bubble reads "What dad might be going through"]

07/10/2026

“I wish someone had told me I didn’t have to navigate life with vision loss by myself.”

This World Sight Day, SeeWay is highlighting one of the narratives we hear most often from our low vision community.

“I left with a diagnosis. I didn’t know how to live with it.”
“Nobody told me what came next.”

When diagnosed with a condition like macular degeneration, glaucoma, or diabetic retinopathy, the next steps aren’t always clear. You may be told about medications, surgeries, or future appointments, but not what changing vision means for everyday life.

That’s where SeeWay comes in. If you are living with some vision loss, SeeWay supports you to navigate the practical and emotional impacts day-to-day. Simply give us a call on 1800 733 929 or visit www.seeway.com.au to find out more.

[Image description: In the centre of an eye graphic, an image of a smiling woman using a tablet fills the pupil. Text above the graphic reads "I wish someone had told me...". A speech bubble connected to the image of the woman reads "I didn't have to navigate life with vision loss by myself." The SeeWay logo is in the bottom right corner.]

SeeWay is here to provide guidance, resources, and support tailored to individuals facing changes in vision.

01/10/2026

“I wish someone had told me vision loss also carries an emotional toll.”
Vision loss can affect more than your sight. Along with the practical impacts, it’s common for people to experience feelings of frustration, anxiety, and isolation.
Everyone’s emotional response to vision loss is personal. Whether you’re experiencing vision changes yourself, or supporting someone you care about, understanding the emotional impact can help make sense of what you or someone you love are experiencing.

Hearing from others with lived experience can help build understanding, and options for support. To read about Jason’s journey, visit https://www.seeway.com.au/jasons-story-emotional-support.

[Image description: Inside a graphic of an eye, a photo of an older man fills the pupil. Text above him reads "I wish someone had told me" and a speech bubble attached to his picture reads "Vision loss also carries an emotional toll."]

30/09/2026

Where the clinical meets community.

SeeWay was proud to attend the Save Sight 2026 Community Information Day hosted by the Save Sight Institute, bringing together researchers, clinicians, community organisations, and people with lived experience of blindness and low vision.

A standout highlight for the SeeWay and Guide Dogs NSW/ACT team was connecting with NSW Blind & Low Vision Tennis Inc. and learning more about the incredible work they do to make sport accessible, inclusive, and welcoming for people who are blind or have low vision.

We also valued the opportunity to hear research updates from Professor John Grigg and learn more about the important work being led by Professor Robyn Jamieson and her team in advancing inherited eye disease research and future treatments.

Thank you to Professor Stephanie Watson and the team at the Save Sight Institute for hosting such an informative and inspiring day. Events like these highlight the power of collaboration across research, healthcare, sport, and community services to improve outcomes for people living with vision loss.

[Image description 1: From left to right, Kylie Swainson, Susan Bucinskas, Rachel Elliot, and Sandra Quach pose behind the joint SeeWay and Guide Dogs display table at the community day. Image description 2: Five members of the team from Blind and Low Vision Tennis Inc. present to a crowd seated in a horseshoe shape. The team members on either end of the group are wearing high-vis vests. Image description 3: Professor John Griggs presents to the same seated crowd from a lectern. Image description 4: Professor Robyn Jamieson also presents from the same lectern to the crowd.]

25/09/2026

SeeWay looks forward to returning to the SEHF Community Open Day for World Sight Day 2026!

Join the Sydney Eye Hospital Foundation and our wonderful partners for a World Sight Day Community Open Day at Sydney Eye Hospital.

📅 Thursday 8 October
⏰ 10am–2pm
📍 Sydney Eye Hospital Fountain Courtyard (8 Macquarie Street, Sydney)

Come along to learn more about eye health, vision, and more.

The Lucy Osburn-Nightingale Museum will be open for self-guided tours, a kids' corner in the courtyard and eateries for refreshments.

Held during the NSW school holidays, it’s a great opportunity for families and the community to discover something new and learn more about the importance of eye health.

Best of all, it’s free! Registration is required.
👉 Register https://www.sydneyeyehospitalfoundation.org.au/event/community-open-day--sydney-eye-hospital/

We’re proud to be joined by some wonderful organisations working across eye health, vision and community care, including: Guide Dogs Australia, SeeWay., Vision Australia, Glaucoma Australia, Macular Disease Foundation Australia, Orthoptics Australia, Bailey Nelson South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (NSW Tissue Bank), Speckles - Kids Sunglasses & Eye Patches, Diabetes Australia …and more!

Please help us spread the word! Drop us a comment below or share this post with your networks. 💙

We’d love to see you there!

21/09/2026

Learn to shop online for everyday essentials with SeeWay’s free online skills training for people living with low vision.

Online shopping allows you to stay stocked up on everyday essential items like groceries from the comfort of your home. This free training is designed for people living with low vision who want to grow their online skills and shop with confidence, with the added benefit of having everything brought directly to your door.

Join SeeWay trainer Pascal for a free online session to learn the basics of online shopping for everyday essentials.

When: 24 September, 2 pm AEST.
Where: Hosted online via Google Meet.

Register for FREE today at https://bit.ly/onlineskillsform or call 1800 SEE WAY (733 929).

[Image description: A man smiles while using his laptop at a dining room table. Text above him on a green background reads "Learn the basics of online shopping with low vision.]

07/09/2026

Learn to avoid scams and protect your personal information with SeeWay’s free online skills training.

When vision changes due to a condition such as macular degeneration or glaucoma, it may feel harder to spot when something doesn’t quite look right online. But knowing the most common signs of scams, fake emails, and suspicious websites makes them easier to identify.

Join SeeWay trainer Pascal for a free online session to learn the basics of online safety when living with low vision, so you and your information can stay protected.

When: 10 September, 2 pm AEST.
Where: Hosted online via Google Meets.

Register for FREE today at https://bit.ly/onlineskillsform or call 1800 SEE WAY (733 929).

[Image description: A man uses his laptop at home. Text above him on a green background reads "Learn the basics of staying safe online."]

03/09/2026

For people with low vision or blindness, glare and reflections can make using technology more challenging. But did you know there are screen covers designed to minimise them?

Though not designed specifically for people living with low vision or blindness, anti-glare screens and shades can be useful tools for reducing interfering light on your phone, tablet or computer screen.

Anti-glare screens can be purchased for specific device models and fit neatly over your regular screen. Anti-glare shades or hoods are more versatile, attaching to the top and side of your device which makes them easy to transfer between devices. Both are available from a variety of technology retailers in-store and online.

Do you have a tip for navigating life with low vision? Share it in the comments down below and we may feature it in an upcoming post. Your tip may be just what someone else needs to hear!

[Image description: Text on a yellow and orange background reads "Helpful tips for living with low vision. Anti-glare screen covers." next to the SeeWay logo and a lightbulb graphic.]

24/08/2026

Learn to use the dictation and read aloud features of your device with SeeWay’s free online skills training.

Living with a condition such as age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, or diabetic retinopathy can make activities like typing and reading on your phone, tablet or computer more difficult. But did you know your device likely already has built-in speech-to-text and text-to-speech technology?

Join SeeWay trainer Pascal for a free online workshop to learn how you can use dictation and read aloud features on your device with low vision.

When: Thursday 27 August (Apple devices) and Friday 28 August (Android devices and PCs), 11 am and 2 pm AEST.
Where: Hosted online via Google Meet.

Register for FREE today at https://bit.ly/onlineskillsform or call 1800 SEE WAY (733 929).

[Image description: A woman talks into her phone while sitting on a couch. Text above the image reads "Talk to your device and have it talk back."]