Member Stories

While Eric continues to be available as a healthcare consultant, his current focus is graduate school where he is pursuing credentials in vision rehab, with a goal of being able to help others with visual impairments.

"We who see poorly might never be able to drive cars or fly airplanes, but we can do so much, and the options are constantly increasing. Hadley offers the training to enjoy life."

"Dorrie keeps it real and gives honest, candid insights for what works for her and what doesn't. She may not think it's much, but her generosity in sharing time and feedback is truly invaluable to this 100-year-old startup."

Randall experienced a revelation, realizing that the past was the past. "You got to keep moving forward and focus on what you can do, not what you can't."

Mary is emphatic when providing advice to others who are living with vision loss. "Don't ever give up. Get out there and push yourself to explore new things."

Speaking to others who are experiencing vision loss for the first time, Carol's advice is to reach out to people. "Talk to others, develop your network, share your feelings and thoughts, you can't do it alone, it’s truly a gift when you realize that you need others."

"Don't panic, there are many others going through what you are, there are wonderful community programs and people in those programs who are there to help. Reach out to Hadley, it's a great place to start, and never give up on life."

At 71 years old, Debbie Gabe of Kailua, Hawaii, remains committed to her passion for helping others.

Barbara began sharing her personal experiences with others about adjusting to vision loss by journaling under the pseudonym Mrs. Magoo Copes.

Since the Hadley platform launched, Debbie has completed more than 175 workshops on topics including home repair, cooking, gardening, dining out, self-care, and technology.