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I know there are shots but I think for one type but not the other. I so hope she is seeing an Opthamologist who is an MD and not an Optometrist who is not.
I don't think there are exercises, she is losing her sight. The shots I think slow the progression down but there is no cure. QuiltedBear gives some good advice. I had 3 sisters in my Church who had it. One still good enough to see to drive them to Church.
Depending on what stage your Mom has, I found changing the light bulbs to "day light" from "soft white" made a huge difference for my own vision. Now I wish there were bulbs that would mimic the sun as I can read perfectly in direct sun light.
If you're here in the U.S., every state has a Department for the Blind. They'll have various locations in most counties. My Mom used them in 3 different states. They'll come to the home and do an assessment, and discuss what can be done to improve their daily living via new skills. No charge, she'll be assigned a Social Worker through them.
Some of the things my Mom got were talking clocks, a talking bathroom scale, and several assorted items at no charge.
Edited to add: These agencies can also help her with White Cane training, or provide a Service Dog, if needed.
The best part was the free Digital Recorder they provided for her via the U.S. Library for The Blind. They'd send digital cassettes in the mail for free, no postage back or forth. Current novels, fiction, humor, biographies, etc. Great assortment of talking books. She loved that! They even have a login, where I could download books for her via USB sticks to play on her digital recorder. All you need for these services is a referral from a Nurse Practitioner, Doctor, Social Worker, etc. It's very easy to set up and they're very nice to deal with.
One of the most helpful suggestions was for her to attend a two week school for the Blind & Low Vision. A bus picked her up 5 days a week for two weeks, and they had one on one training on cooking, housekeeping, crafts, art. Going on walking trips, how to use a cane, etc. After the two weeks were over, she continued to go to monthly meetings that were social events with birthday cakes, etc. They did crafts monthly. She had a great time! All free. Nothing cost a penny.
They had an optional gift shop where she could buy things from time to time. Like thickly lined paper, and dark, thick felt pens. etc
The clients were a combination of those with Macular Degeneration and totally blind. I went to several events with her. They were great!
I know that you have spoken to the doctor. Is your mother getting the current treatments to help prevent further degeneration. There is a lot of information for you online.
When you speak to your mother, what things about MD is bothering her the most?
As to classes, I doubt it. As to exercises or therapy, given that there IS still some peripheral vision, PT might help with balance. Ask your doctor. Some things are in the realm of needing expert advice and here it's the eye doc that will be most help for your own particular individual situation. Wishing you best of luck.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
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You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
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Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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I don't think there are exercises, she is losing her sight. The shots I think slow the progression down but there is no cure. QuiltedBear gives some good advice. I had 3 sisters in my Church who had it. One still good enough to see to drive them to Church.
Some of the things my Mom got were talking clocks, a talking bathroom scale, and several assorted items at no charge.
Edited to add: These agencies can also help her with White Cane training, or provide a Service Dog, if needed.
The best part was the free Digital Recorder they provided for her via the U.S. Library for The Blind. They'd send digital cassettes in the mail for free, no postage back or forth. Current novels, fiction, humor, biographies, etc. Great assortment of talking books. She loved that!
They even have a login, where I could download books for her via USB sticks to play on her digital recorder. All you need for these services is a referral from a Nurse Practitioner, Doctor, Social Worker, etc. It's very easy to set up and they're very nice to deal with.
One of the most helpful suggestions was for her to attend a two week school for the Blind & Low Vision. A bus picked her up 5 days a week for two weeks, and they had one on one training on cooking, housekeeping, crafts, art. Going on walking trips, how to use a cane, etc.
After the two weeks were over, she continued to go to monthly meetings that were social events with birthday cakes, etc. They did crafts monthly. She had a great time! All free. Nothing cost a penny.
They had an optional gift shop where she could buy things from time to time. Like thickly lined paper, and dark, thick felt pens. etc
The clients were a combination of those with Macular Degeneration and totally blind. I went to several events with her. They were great!
Is your mother getting the current treatments to help prevent further degeneration.
There is a lot of information for you online.
When you speak to your mother, what things about MD is bothering her the most?
As to classes, I doubt it.
As to exercises or therapy, given that there IS still some peripheral vision, PT might help with balance.
Ask your doctor. Some things are in the realm of needing expert advice and here it's the eye doc that will be most help for your own particular individual situation.
Wishing you best of luck.