SeeWay.

SeeWay provides essential resources, guidance and psychological support for people who are navigating permanent changes in their vision. Visit SeeWay.com.au

SeeWay is an initiative of Guide Dogs.

04/06/2026

What is an Orthoptist? National Orthoptic Awareness Week 2026.

Orthoptists are a vital group of eye care professionals who provide a broad scope of services – you may have been seen by one before, whether it was at an ophthalmologist appointment, an eye hospital, or perhaps you’ve received a low vision assessment from one.

A low vision assessment assesses your functional vision, to see what strategies and tools can support you to achieve your goals. For one man living with a diabetic eye condition who was recently assessed, his goals were to read his mail and food labels and see his TV better. A Guide Dogs Victoria Orthoptist performed his assessment at home and as a result, found the right low vision aids and lighting he needed to make the most of his residual vision for these tasks.

If you live with some vision loss and feel you might benefit from a low vision assessment, learn more about how an Orthoptist can support you to achieve your goals by visiting www.seeway.com.au/low-vision-as .

[Image description: An Orthoptist works with a Client at a table, as he reads a letter. Text below on a light blue background reads "What is an Orthoptist?".]

01/06/2026

Learn to shop online for everyday essentials with SeeWay’s free online skills training for people living with low vision.

Online shopping allows you to stay stocked up on everyday essential items like groceries from the comfort of your home. This free training is designed for people living with low vision who want to grow their online skills and shop with confidence, with the added benefit of having everything brought directly to your door.

Join SeeWay trainer Pascal for a free online session to learn the basics of online shopping for everyday essentials.

When: 4 June, 2 pm AEST.

Where: Hosted online via Google Meets.

Register for FREE today at https://bit.ly/onlineskillsform or call 1800 SEE WAY (733 929).

[Image description: A smiling man looks at the camera while using his laptop on a kitchen bench. Text above his photo on a green background reads "Learn the basics of online shopping with low vision".]

28/05/2026

For many people adjusting to changes in vision due to a condition like macular degeneration, it’s often the everyday impacts which are felt the most. The clinical side may be managed well by your eye care professional, but when daily routines begin to be affected, sometimes the way forward isn’t clear.

SeeWay provides free, national support to find your next steps. Whether it’s tips for making the most of technology and residual vision in day-to-day life or talking through the emotional impacts of these changes with a mental health professional, SeeWay links you to support that’s right for you.

If you are living with some vision loss, support is here and deserved. Simply visit www.seeway.com.au or give us a call on 1800 733 929 to find out more.

[Image description: A woman wearing glasses sits at home looking thoughtful. Text on a blue background below her reads "Find support this Macula Month" with the SeeWay logo.]

21/05/2026

Vivid Sydney's 2026 Accessibility Itinerary

Vivid can be a crowded and highly visual experience, which can make for a challenge to navigate with low vision. But it's also a vibrant showcase of culture and entertainment, and the event advertises a range of accessibility features.
Here are some of the highlights of Vivid’s accessibility itinerary:

1. Public transport services and traffic conditions will change – plan your route ahead.
2. Locate accessible viewing areas for different exhibitions.
3. Go beyond the lights and check out the music performances, professional speakers, and dining experiences – many of which are being held during the day for the first time.
4. Advocate for yourself – don’t hesitate to reach out to staff for additional support if you need it.

To find out more about accessibility at Vivid 2026, visit https://www.seeway.com.au/news-and-events/22-may-accessibility-at-vivid-2026.

[Image description: An image of the Sydney Harbour lit up with a purple and blue colour scheme for Vivid, including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House.]

18/05/2026

Learn to avoid scams and protect your personal information with SeeWay’s free online skills training.

When vision changes due to a condition such as macular degeneration or glaucoma, it may feel harder to spot when something doesn’t quite look right online. But knowing the most common signs of scams, fake emails, and suspicious websites makes them easier to identify.

Join SeeWay trainer Pascal for a free online session to learn the basics of online safety when living with low vision, so you and your information can stay protected.

When: 21 May, 2 pm AEST.
Where: Hosted online via Google Meets.
Register for FREE today at https://bit.ly/onlineskillsform or call 1800 SEE WAY (733 929).

[Image description: An older woman uses her tablet in an armchair at home. Text on a green background reads "Learn the basics of staying safe online".]

15/05/2026

Years ago, Harry was diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration. Although treatment slowed changes to his vision, it also prompted him to start thinking ahead. "When I was 60, I still felt 40 in my brain,’ Harry said. ‘But when something big affects you, like your vision, you realise you could be vulnerable, and you’ve actually got to do something about it.’"

For Harry, planning ahead and learning about support options helped him feel more in control of the future.

Read Harry’s story in his own words at www.seeway.com.au/owning-my-future-with-macular-degeneration, or call 1800 SEE WAY (733 929) to find out how we can support you navigating changes in your vision.

[Image description: A photo of Harry sitting on a park bench. Text reads "Owning my future with AMD" on a blue background with the SeeWay logo.]

12/05/2026

Adjusting to low vision looks different for everyone. That’s why at SeeWay we love the chance to attend community events and hear firsthand about your experiences with vision loss, and the support that makes a difference to you. This year, we’ve met with many of you across events in Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria, and we're committed to being part of so many more conversations.

Our SeeWay news and events board is regularly updated with upcoming community events being hosted online and in-person around Australia. Check in weekly to find out what’s new and upcoming for people living with low vision – including where SeeWay is appearing next.

Visit www.seeway.com.au/news-and-events to find out more.

[Image description: SeeWay staff member Kaye stands behind a SeeWay-branded trade display table and banner at the Aged Care Event Community expo in Casey, VIC.]

04/05/2026

Learn to use the dictation and read aloud features of your phone with SeeWay’s free online skills training.

Living with a vision condition such as age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, or diabetic retinopathy can make activities like typing and reading on your phone, tablet or computer more difficult. But did you know your device likely already has built-in speech-to-text and text-to-speech technology?

Join SeeWay trainer Pascal for a free online workshop to learn how you can use dictation and read aloud features on your device with low vision.

When: 7 May (Apple devices) and 8 May (Android devices and PCs), 2 pm AEST.
Where: Hosted online via Google Meets.

Register for FREE today at https://bit.ly/onlineskillsform or call 1800 SEE WAY (733 929).

[Image description: A woman holds out her phone and talks to it. Text on a green background reads "Talk to your device - and have it talk back."]

01/05/2026

This May, Macular Disease Foundation Australia is shining a spotlight on macular health and eye conditions during Macula Month 2026.

Macula Month is an opportunity for people around the country to understand not only their own risk of macular disease, but the support available for those already living with conditions such as age-related macular degeneration.

SeeWay connects you with information and resources, professional counselling services (GP mental health referral required) and online skills training for navigating daily life as vision changes.

Support is deserved at every stage of vision loss. If you are living with a macular condition, SeeWay is here for you. Simply visit www.seeway.com.au or call 1800 733 929 to find out more.

[Image description: A group of smiling children, with one half of the photo showing the affects of macular degeneration. Text on a blue background reads "Find support this Macula Month".]

12/02/2026

When receiving a diagnosis like macular degeneration or glaucoma, the next steps forward might not always be clear. Your eye care professional may advise you on options for managing your condition, but adjusting to low vision is about more than the clinical side, it’s a personal journey of lifestyle and emotional adaption that happens every day.

For SeeWay Client Suzi, it was difficult to know where to start. Friends and family would offer their help, but she didn’t have an answer for them. “I didn’t know what I needed,” said Suzi.

With time, Suzi found the most valuable support for her was finding new ways to keep doing things herself. By learning new digital skills to keep doing what mattered most to her, Suzi stayed connected to her friends and family, making a huge difference to her everyday life and sense of self.

Every journey with low vision looks different, but SeeWay is a place to begin. If you’ve been diagnosed with a low vision eye condition, SeeWay supports you to keep doing what matters most to you.
Start accessing personalised support, resources and information today. Visit www.seeway.com.au.

[Image description: A woman sits in an armchair at home, looking pensive. Text below on a yellow background reads "I didn't know where to start", with the SeeWay logo next to it.]

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