Low vision is a loss of eyesight that makes everyday tasks difficult. A person may find it difficult or impossible to accomplish activities such as reading, watching TV, driving a car or recognizing faces. When vision cannot be improved with regular eyeglasses, medicine or surgery, people with low vision need help to learn how to make the most of their remaining sight and keep their independence. Losing vision does not mean giving up your activities but it does mean finding new ways of doing them.

This lecture will discuss the signs, symptoms and suggestions for improving your sight and maintaining your independence and offer general recommendations to maintain healthy eyesight.

Elsa Zavoda - is a licensed practicing Occupational Therapist. She obtained a graduate certificate in low vision rehabilitation from the University of Alabama. Ms Zavoda has successfully established and implemented 3 low vision programs in NJ. She currently serves as the Program Director for the Low Vision Alliance of NJ.