Sight issues

I use coloured transparent layover sheets to help me read Listen to Dory’s Dementia Diary for more detailed information.

It may help your reading if you use a coloured overlay over a white page.

People are complaining of eye strain, brain ache and all manner of issues from using ZOOM a lot. It seems they may not be blinking normally, they often don’t breathe normally, holding their [...]

If your sight is poor, set up your iPad with special Apps and settings for visual impairment – for example to scan and read documents.

You may find you need more light on what you are reading. Get a lamp you can move around to where you want it.

When I’m out near the sea, it sometimes looks like a tsunami. I have to stop and tell myself I’m being stupid.

I avoid bright sunshine and bright colours.

When I’m listening, I close my eyes. I can’t cope with seeing and hearing a person at the same time.

If you have sight issues, go to the optician/optometrist. Take your glasses and a list of your medications. (Read this booklet by Agnes Houston here).

Mix up your glasses? Label each pair for easy identification. (Read this booklet by Agnes Houston here).