Connect with Others

At Hadley you'll find people who understand life with vision loss - join a virtual discussion group, hear others' real stories, or talk one-on-one on the phone.

Hadley Community

Have you wanted to be able to talk with someone else experiencing vision loss so you don't have to explain it every time? Hadley members have found lifelong friends.

Peer to Peer

Connect with someone who can relate to the everyday challenges of vision loss. You're not alone.
An older adults speaking on the phone, representing peer-to-peer support and connection

Feeling alone as you deal with the ups and downs of vision loss? Consider joining an Adjusting and Coping Together Virtual Support Group.

Adjusting and Coping Together

Navigate with others the difficult emotions that can come with vision loss.
Person joins a virtual support group on a laptop while holding a mug at a desk

Read how vision loss has impacted Hadley members, and how they've adjusted and now inspire others.

Member Stories

Read stories from people living with vision loss and discover how Hadley has made a difference in their lives.

Monthly Discussion Groups

Join a community conversation and explore topics of interest, gain and share practical insights, and connect with others living with vision loss.

  • Writers' Circle

    2nd Tuesday of Every Month, 1pm Central Time
    Next date:
    Help spark your creative energies, share your writing experiences, offer advice, and gain insight from others.

  • Book Nook

    2nd Thursday of Every Month, 11:30am Central Time
    Next date:
    Join fellow Hadley book lovers as we cozy up in the Book Nook. Share, connect, and add to your reading list!

Featured

Hear from Others

Not ready to talk to someone, but wondering if anyone else is going through the same thing? Listen to real audio stories from individuals sharing their stories and ways they adjust to vision loss.

  • "I listen for the hope"

    When Susan began losing vision, she grew fearful about the future. But she found a source of hope and courage.

    When Susan began losing vision, she grew fearful about the future. But she found a source of hope and courage.

  • "I don't want to give up"

    Thomas is experiencing many challenges of late, including vision loss. He finds inspiration and hope knowing he's not alone.

    Older man with glasses holding his smartphone listening to a podcast.

  • "I had a lot of anger ... and learned to let that go"

    Peter's sight slowly but steadily worsened over the course of several years. When he had to give up driving, his self-image took a hit. Working through his emotions has helped him cope and adjust.

    Close-up of male hand dropping car keys into an open drawer.

  • "I can make something out of what I have left"

    Michael's vision loss led him down a long, uncomfortable road, discovering what he had to let go of and what he could still hold on to for his future. He continues to challenge himself to try new things.

  • "I love to cook and I'm not stopping"

    It was tough for Linda to give up driving and she was heartbroken when reading became difficult. She felt her world was shrinking. But then she asked for help.

  • "I'm not excluded from life"

    Dennis found that many aspects of life with vision loss can be a struggle. Then he found something that turned that around.

  • "I stopped hiding it"

    For years Bill hid his vision loss from others. He was self-conscious about it. Then, he decided to open up.

  • "These stories help tremendously"

    For Cynthia, every story shared helps her on her own journey with vision loss.

Hear more

It's just so important to share the message that there's ways to get through it.

- Judy, Hadley member

Read full story | "Paying it forward"

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?

1-800-323-4238 Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm Central

or
[email protected]