Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada

A huge thank you to the Pembroke White Cane Club for welcoming VLRC! Kamilia Zaman, our Certified Low Vision Therapist, had the pleasure of presenting to club members and addressing their inquiries on November 27. It was wonderful connecting with such an active community in Ontario’s Pembroke/Petawawa area.

As we close out November’s Diabetes Awareness Month, it’s important to remember that diabetes can affect our eyes and lead to serious vision issues like cataracts, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. If you have diabetes, take care of your eye health by booking regular eye exams. Your eyes deserve the best care! Your vision matters—don't wait to protect it! #DiabetesAwarenessMonth #diabeticretinopathy #EyeHealth Image description: Diabetes Awareness Month graphic with a blue ribbon and diabetes supplies. Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada logo in the bottom right corner

Did you know that vision loss can significantly increase the risk of falls? Join our **SAFE** program—a comprehensive 7-week Falls Prevention course designed to addresses the unique needs of people with vision loss. Learn vital strategies to navigate your surroundings safely and reduce your risk of falls. Sign up today by visiting https://ow.ly/NYZq50U8juy and take the first step towards greater independence! Image description: A man wearing dark sunglasses sits in a park, holding a cell phone in one hand and a white cane in the other #VeteransSupport #VisionLoss

Veterans with vision loss, you deserve to live independently in your own home! Our “Aging-in-Place” program provides tailored support and resources to ensure you can thrive in a familiar environment. Whether you need assistance with daily activities or community connections, we've got you covered! Discover how we can help you maintain your independence by visiting https://lnkd.in/gUKcfYbr. #VeteransSupport #VisionLoss Image description: A female health care worker guides an older woman down a set of stairs

We're proud to share that our Eye Van program was recently featured in the Sault Star! This mobile ophthalmology clinic brings specialized eye care to remote communities in Northern Ontario, bridging gaps in healthcare access and improving quality of life. Discover how this initiative is changing lives in the latest article from the Sault Star: https://lnkd.in/gU4ydS-i Thanks to our team, partners, and supporters for making this life-changing work possible. Together, we’re proving that innovative healthcare delivery can transform lives. Access to quality eye care shouldn’t depend on where you live. #EyeVan #MakingADifference

Canadian Veterans with vision loss now have a new avenue for support! This week we will share info about the support we offer at VLRC. Regain your independence with our Vision Rehabilitation services! Whether it's learning to use public transit, shopping, learning to use a white cane, or preparing meals, we provide practical training to help veterans adapt to vision loss. Visit https://ow.ly/MIkW50U8hPp, and let’s work together to enhance your daily living skills! #VeteransSupport #VisionLoss Image description: A female Canadian sailor stands on a ship’s deck in front of the deck binoculars (“big eyes”).

November is Fall Prevention Month! Did you know that falls are the most common cause of injury for older adults in Canada? Research shows that older adults with low vision are 2.5 times more likely to experience falls than those who have normal vision. It’s a surprising statistic! Here are a couple more interesting facts: • 50% of falls that occur in the home result in hospitalization. • Falls are the direct cause of 95% of hip fractures in older adults. But there's hope! Especially impactful for those with vision loss, falls can lead to serious consequences. VLRC’s Sight Loss Awareness in Falls Education program is unique in Canada - it’s tailored for older adults with vision impairment and designed to prevent future falls and injuries! VLRC’s Sight Loss Awareness in Falls Education program helps older adults with vision loss to: 1. Identify risks for falls. 2. Educate about vision-related falls and safety precautions. 3. Feel safer performing daily living tasks in the home and community. 4. Increase exercise and physical activity. 5. Boost confidence to age at home safely. Our Sight Loss Awareness in Falls Education program isn’t just saving lives, but also reduces hospital visits, decreases healthcare costs, and improves quality of life. Visit visionlossrehab.ca for more information. #FallPreventionMonthCA

Focus on Your Vision This World Diabetes Day – Early Detection of Diabetic Retinopathy Saves Sight! The Eye Health Screening Initiative (EHSI) by Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada (VLRC) offers FREE diabetic retinopathy screening in select communities in Ontario. For more information , please visit: https://ow.ly/Jny150U6rBg Image description: A blue poster with a photo of a woman demonstrating an eye screening camera to another woman. The poster displays the following text in alternating white & black text: “November 14”, “World Diabetes Day” and “Early detection of Diabetes Retinopathy Saves Sight!.” The VLRC logo is on the bottom right corner.

Today we pause to reflect on the sacrifices made by our veterans and members of the Canadian Armed Forces. Remembrance Day serves as a solemn reminder of their dedication to preserving our freedoms and we owe them our deepest gratitude. #remembranceday #lestweforget Image description: Three vibrant red poppies stand out on a stark black & white poppy field. The VLRC logo is in black at the top left and the words “Lest we forget” are in red font at the bottom of the image.

A big thank you to everyone who participated in our "Take Your Kids to Work" event on November 6th – it was a huge success! Special shoutout to Vanessa, our amazing Vision Rehabilitation Assistant (VRA) in Ottawa, and her son Isaac for joining us. Isaac had a great time exploring the VRA role and trying out some cool assistive devices. Who knows, we may just have a future VRA on our hands - the sky’s the limit! We loved seeing the next generation engage with our mission! #TakeYourKidsToWork Image descriptions: Image 1: Adolescent boy seated at a desk and typing on a machine Image 2: Adolescent boy seated at a desk and typing on a braille writing machine Image 3: Adolescent boy learning to use a white cane to guide him through a hallway Image 4: Adolescent boy holding up a paper with a braille message