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Small but mighty, Finn is on his way to a bright future

Finn was diagnosed with Leber’s Congenital Amaurosis, which affects the retina and causes severe vision impairment from birth.

Creativity, problem solving and fun every day – meet Kaylie

Initially drawn to occupational therapy because it would allow her to help people, Kaylie says she loves the creativity and problem solving involved in client-centred practice.

You’re keeping Bob connected to the game he loves

After a visit to a specialist, Bob was diagnosed with dry MD. It was a huge blow for this busy, active Collingwood super-fan.

“Thank you for helping our beautiful Bella.”

We were overwhelmed with your wonderful response to our Tax Appeal, sharing the story of Bella and her ongoing need for early intervention and tailored therapy.

Gemma is not just going to be okay – she’s going to be great

Gemma’s parents were terrified for their baby girl when she was first diagnosed with congenital glaucoma.

Daisy takes steps towards independence

When Daisy was just a few weeks old, her mum Louisa noticed her eyes weren’t focusing properly. Daisy was diagnosed with optic nerve hypoplasia, and nystagmus, a condition that causes involuntary movement of the eye.

Nicholas has a bright future

Cathy and her husband, Ben, were in shock when their 10-week-old baby was diagnosed with a rare eye condition. Nicholas has no sight in his right eye, and low vision in his left. Within weeks, Cathy could see her son was falling behind—he wasn’t holding his head up or rolling over. "I was desperate to help him, but I didn’t know what to do," says Cathy.

Paralympian Matt Formston is good as gold

There’s no such thing as barriers, only obstacles. You can go around obstacles, but you don’t let them stop you. That’s the ethos that Vision Australia ambassador Matt Formston lives by.

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