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SENIOR SITE®

Expanding possibilities for people with vision loss

Links to Main Sections of AFB Senior Site
Learn
About Vision Loss
Learn About Vision Loss

Understand different terms and phrases related to vision loss.
Find Services
for Seniors Near You
Find Services Near You

You may not realize how many helpful services are available.

Message Boards

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Share your ideas and experiences using our message boards. If you are not yet a registered member, you can sign up for free.

Opinions provided on the AFB Senior Site message boards are just that: opinions. They are not a substitute for professional medical or legal advice. If you have any concerns about the health or legal rights of a family member or yourself, please contact a healthcare provider or an attorney.

In November, the AFB Senior Site message boards will be monitored by staff from Lighthouse of Pinellas, our agency of the month.


  • Macular Degeneration - 15 subjects
    Connect with others who are coping with age-related macular degeneration, and share your own experiences.
  • Glaucoma - 16 subjects
    Connect with others who are coping with glaucoma, and share your own experiences.
  • Cataracts - 13 subjects
    Connect with others who are coping with cataracts, and share your own experiences.
  • Diabetic Retinopathy - 6 subjects
    Connect with others who are coping with diabetic retinopathy, and share your own experiences.
  • Understanding Age-Related Vision Loss - 9 subjects
    Discuss general questions about eye health and eye conditions here.
  • Adjusting to Vision Loss - 16 subjects
    Do you or a loved one have concerns or questions about the emotional aspects of vision loss? Share stories and find reassurance here.
  • Friends and Family - 20 subjects
    If you're caring for someone with vision loss, find the help and support you need here.
  • Home Adaptations - 13 subjects
    Find and share ideas and tips for changes you can make around your home.
  • Daily Living - 24 subjects
    Have you found a new way of doing everyday tasks that you want to share? Need ideas? This is the place for you.
  • Fitness and Fun - 28 subjects
    Travel, hobbies, exercise - discuss your favorite leisure activities here.
  • View All AFB Message Boards
    Join the AFB community in discussing technology, books, arts and leisure, work life, and more.

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Managing Your Diabetes

Self-monitoring of blood glucose is one of many strategies used to reach goals in diabetes care.



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