It’s hard to ask for help. Now What?

If you’re used to doing things on your own, it can be hard to ask for help after losing your vision. With Hadley, you can find ways to get the support you need while staying independent.
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"I learned to reach out and ask for help." - Ron

A few places to start

Asking for help doesn't mean losing control. Start here to learn how others ask for what they need, without feeling like a burden, and where AI tools can help too.

Others have been there, too

Hiding it, figuring it out alone, feeling like you’re asking for too much. Others have felt it too. Hear how they found people who understand, and what changed once they asked.

More ways Hadley can help

Finding the words to tell people about your vision loss, places to go for help, and connecting with the right support. Explore these resources to make it a bit easier to get what you need.

Connect with someone who gets it

Connect with others facing vision loss and experiencing similar challenges, including around asking for help.

Not finding what you’re looking for? Explore other ways Hadley can help

Join the Hadley Community

Hadley's resources are always available to you. Create a no-cost Hadley account to go further:

  • Pick up where you left off Everything you start is automatically saved across Hadley.
  • Personalized recommendations We'll suggest resources based on your interests.
  • Join live discussions Live and lively discussions on technology, cooking, and more, all geared toward the community of people living with vision loss.
  • Find peer support Connect with people who understand what you're going through.

Need some help?

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