Vision Rehabilitation Programme
Supporting independence and quality of life for people with visual impairment
The AKUH Vision Rehabilitation Programme supports individuals living with significant visual impairment that cannot be fully corrected with medical treatment, surgery, or standard glasses. Our focus is on helping patients make the best possible use of their remaining vision, so they can continue to live independently, safely, and with confidence.
Through personalised assessments, assistive solutions, and structured rehabilitation support, we bridge the gap between clinical eye care and everyday functioning — enabling patients to participate more fully in daily life, education, and work.
Conditions We Support
We provide care and support for patients with a wide range of eye conditions that can cause visual impairment, including:
- Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
- Glaucoma-related vision loss
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Inherited retinal disorders
- Optic nerve diseases
- Congenital or childhood-onset visual impairment
- Vision loss due to trauma or neurological conditions
Our Services
We offer a comprehensive set of services designed to help patients adapt, function, and live independently alongside reduced vision. These include:
- Vision Assessment: Detailed evaluation of vision, visual fields, contrast sensitivity, and functional vision abilities.
- Low Vision Aids: We prescribe and train patients in the use of various optical and non-optical aids, which may include:
- Optical Aids: High-power reading glasses, magnifiers (handheld, stand), telescopes for distance viewing.
- Electronic Aids: Video magnifiers (CCTVs), screen readers, and specialised computer software.
- Vision Rehabilitation: Techniques to make the most of residual vision:
- Eccentric Viewing: Learning to use a healthier part of the retina to see better.
- Visual Skills Training: Improving visual perception and processing.
- Counselling and Education: Providing patient and family education about the condition, treatment options, and psychological support to cope with vision loss.
- Mobility and Daily Living Skills: Connecting patients with specialists for orientation and mobility training and occupational therapy to improve independent performance of daily tasks (e.g., cooking, reading, writing, and using technology).
Our Multidisciplinary Team
Our services are delivered by a team of dedicated healthcare professionals, including:
- Ophthalmologists: Evaluate and identify suitable patients, provide medical guidance, and supervise care.
- Optometrists: Lead the vision assessment and counselling sessions.
- Psychiatrists: Provide emotional and psychological support to help patients cope with vision loss.
- Occupational therapists: Equip patients with practical strategies and tools to improve daily functioning.
- Rehabilitation specialists: Work with patients to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
To learn more about our highly trained and skilled experts, search on Find a Doctor under the speciality of Ophthalmology.
If you or your loved one is experiencing vision loss, early rehabilitation can make a life-changing difference. Contact us to schedule an assessment or to learn more about how our services can help you live independently and confidently.
