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Oct 21, 2024
Share Your Vision: Heather Edwards
Heather Edwards has turned her personal journey with cone-rod dystrophy into a mission to support others facing similar challenges. Despite facing difficulties during her youth, Heather now uses her experiences to advocate for awareness and support for blinding diseases, emphasizing that blindness is a spectrum and each person’s experience is uniquely valuable.
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Oct 7, 2024
Soaring as a Visionary Leader at Southwest
James Ashworth, Vice President of Customer Care at Southwest Airlines, has dedicated his career to the airline industry and his advocacy for the visually impaired, driven by his personal experience with rod-cone dystrophy. His leadership and commitment to supporting the blind and visually impaired community have led to significant contributions, including employment initiatives and technological advancements to aid those with vision loss.
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Sep 9, 2024
Perseverance of a Six-Time Paralympian
As a six-time goalball Paralympian, Lisa has turned her progressive vision loss into a powerful source of strength and inspiration. Through her incredible journey—overcoming barriers, achieving five Paralympic medals, and becoming a passionate disabilities advocate—Lisa exemplifies how embracing life’s challenges can lead to extraordinary success and personal growth.
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Aug 26, 2024
Lead With Luna: Meredyth’s Journey With Her Guide Dog
In honor of National Dog Day, we’re celebrating the work of guide dogs and raising awareness about the importance of guide dog services by sharing Meredyth’s story. Her guide dog, Luna, has greatly improved her independence and quality of life, showcasing the significant benefits of guide dog services for those who are blind or have low vision.
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Aug 6, 2024
A Para Triathlete's Journey With Stargardt
This exclusive Beacon Story podcast features WROC’s Adam Chodak and professional Para triathlete Deb Chucoski as they discuss living with Stargardt disease and the amazing achievements of those who refuse to let it define them.
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Aug 5, 2024
Maverick, a determined and adventurous 10-year-old, was diagnosed with X-linked retinoschisis (XLRS) at age six, which led his family to find support and resources through the Foundation Fighting Blindness. Since his diagnosis, Mav continues to pursue his passions in sports and outdoor activities, inspiring his family with his resilience and positive attitude.
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Jul 29, 2024
Woodburning Gives DeafBlind Artist Purpose
Krista Webb has embraced woodburning as a creative outlet to cope with her progressive vision loss due to Usher syndrome. And Krista has built a supportive community on Instagram, where she shares her art and advocates for the blindness community.
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Jul 8, 2024
Barry Smith and Emily Harding Smith
“I have spent a lifetime attempting to prove what I can do, which has allowed Emily and I to be in a place where we can help. Please consider joining us.“
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Jul 8, 2024
A Vision of Hope and Light: Fai and Patrick’s Journey with the Foundation Fighting Blindness
“Legacy giving is about carrying the torch for future generations,” Fai shares. “It’s about ensuring that one day, we can all celebrate victories over vision loss together.”
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Jul 8, 2024
Blind Guy Biking: Enduring the Trails for Stargardt
Chris Smith, a mountain bike enthusiast who was diagnosed with Stargardt disease, transformed his bike into a lifeline after losing his driver’s license. Now, 15 years later, he’s tackling the grueling 2,745-mile Tour Divide race while raising funds for the Foundation Fighting Blindness.