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Empowered Living Program

Experiencing vision loss can be daunting and challenging, but you do not have to face it alone. Join our Empowered Living Program to connect with others who understand what you’re going through. Share your experiences, get support, and make new friends in a safe and confidential environment.

Our free support group offers a caring and private space where you can talk openly about the challenges of vision loss. Led by experienced staff, we provide practical advice and insights to help you navigate life with blindness or low vision.

What to Expect:

• Learn about the connection between mind and body and how it influences the way you cope with stressful situations.
• Develop a range of skills for improved wellbeing.
• An opportunity to build friendships in a supportive and encouraging environment with others who share and understand your lived experience.
• Gain information and resources to assist living with greater autonomy.
• An informal space to connect with a range of peers and professionals.

Program Details:

The program takes place on Wednesdays and can be joined virtually for people residing in the NT or regional SA.

• Dates: 2nd of October, 16th of October, 23rd of October, 30th of October.
• Time: 1 PM to 2 PM.
• How to attend: You can join us at our Adelaide office or virtually via Teams.
• Adelaide office Location: Guide Dogs Head Office, at 251 Morphett Street – Adelaide.

Please register by the 27th of September.

Our Empowered Living Program sessions are free and also available virtually via Microsoft Teams. The platform is fully accessible and can be used on your phone, computer or tablet.

Whether you had a recent vision loss or ongoing changes in vision, we are here to support you in every part of your journey.