Vanessa's Story

Vanessa was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa 30 years ago. 

 For her, Vista has been there through every stage, from those early moments of uncertainty to learning how to adapt and move forward. 

She talks about how difficult it can be to take that step into using a white cane, and how important it is to have the right support at that point. 

But for Vanessa, Vista’s support goes far beyond that. 

From mobility and technology to social connection and simply having someone to talk to, it’s something she describes as being there “all the way through.” 

As she says, many people don’t realise just how much support is needed until they face it themselves. 

If you were diagnosed with sight loss tomorrow, would you know where to turn? 

For so many people, the answer is Vista.

[Video Description: Vanessa is seated and speaking to camera. She has light brown hair tied back and wears glasses. She is dressed in a camouflage print top with a navy gile over it. Behind her is a light coloured wall with a sign that reads “Vista family.” Sunlight falls across part of her face and shoulder as she speaks.]