Table of Contents

1          I’m losing my vision.  What should i do now?

1.1        Understanding your eye condition

1.2        Learning how to adjust to vision loss

1.3        Dealing with emotional changes and depression

1.4        Coping with social changes

1.5        Losing your sense of independence

1.6        Losing your job

1.7        Educating family and friends about your needs and limitations

1.8        Identifying obstacles and hazardous situations

1.9        Understanding and communicating your needs

2          Seeking support

2.1        Family and friends

2.2        Support groups

2.3        Community centers and organizations for the blind

2.4        Consumer and advocacy groups

2.5        Rehabilitation and employment services

3          Living skills

3.1        Performing daily activities (cooking, shopping, cleaning and paying bills)

3.2        Learning about and choosing adaptive equipment and products

3.3        Developing your mobility skills

3.4        Getting organized

4          Building self-esteem and confidence

4.1        Acceptance of blindness

4.2        Losing your fears

4.3        Sharpening your new skills

4.4        Building relationships

4.5        Volunteering, internships and employment

5          Understanding your rights

5.1        The aDA

5.2        Reasonable accommodations