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Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Guide Dogs NSW/ACT

I had my first contact with Guide Dogs last week, but no, unfortunately not to get a cute little retriever (that I want so badly to cuddle). Not only do they do the obvious guide dogs but also mobility training, advocacy and information services amongst other stuff.

My first appointment was to get to know me and what I might need. It's great because they come to you and help you become more comfortable within your own environment. We went for a walk on the streets around my home, and then I was asked if I wanted to try using a stick. I was a bit scared 1. what if people noticed me and 2. I thought I might look silly, but I realised how stupid these thoughts were and who cares what anyone else thinks?! Not me!

I'm glad I gave the stick a go it was really helpful and I didn't realise that when I walk I pay most my attention to the ground. It means I can look forward instead of watching my own feet.

Guide Dogs offer mobility training, where they come out to you and go through techniques to get around in your daily life. I have organised to do this as I thought I may not need everything at present but it is a good time to learn the skills and start practicing them.

Did I mention I ordered my own stick, yes and it's going to be PURPLE! (Very excited).

I highly recommend Guide Dogs, which are in every state in Australia. They are very helpful, compassionate and knowledgeable and I look forward to keeping in contact with the organisation.

Guide Dogs NSW/ACT

Guide Dogs Victoria

Guide Dogs SA/NT

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5 comments:

  1. AbbeyMay 1, 2012 at 11:45 AM

    I have stargardts too but My vision is worse than yours at 20/350 but i have asolutley no need for a guide dog ive never even had to think about it and they say im gonna be able to drive? So why do you need a guide dog my vision is much worse and i dont...

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  2. Chrissy ReneeMay 4, 2012 at 4:13 AM

    Hi Abbey, I'm not actually going to get a guide dog or need it either, they are an organisation that do much more than their name suggests.

    As for driving, not sure who has said you can drive but the legal limit in my state in Australia is 20/40 so you might want to check with your doctor!!

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  3. AbbeyMay 7, 2012 at 10:54 AM

    I live in america and I can drive with bioptics anywhere under 45 miles per hour although it still may not happen. here in america you can drive without glasses until you are past 20/200:) but like i said i can use bioptics, and why arnet you getting a guide dog now?

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  4. Chrissy ReneeMay 17, 2012 at 4:11 AM

    I don't think we have bioptics here. That's crazy you can drive! I'm jealous! I bought a car just before I was diagnosed! Now it just sits in my driveway!!

    I was never getting a guide dog but they are so cute!

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