Retinal Realities

🎧 New episode! We speak to Ferdie Danzfuss, developer of the Umsizi Reader app 👏 A FREE tool helping visually impaired users read in all 11 SA languages. Inspiring + practical insights 💡 Listen: youtu.be/xepcj8eX3H4 #Accessibility #AssistiveTech #RetinalRealitiesPodcast

✈️Flying with a guide dog takes planning, trust & advocacy. On the podcast, Mariza shares real-world insights on local & international air travel with her guide dog, Dottie — from paperwork to long-haul flights. 🎧 Listen: bit.ly/RetinalRealiti… #InternationalGuideDogDay

🌍 World Health Day | 7 April Every choice we make affects our health — including our sight. In our latest #RetinalRealities episode, we explore how healthy living supports long‑term eye health and wellbeing. 🎧 Listen now youtu.be/4ipZHx79WOs #WorldHealthDay #RetinaSA

Join Retina SA! Help support users of the Umsizi Reader App, improving access for blind & low‑vision South Africans. Apply: headoffice@retinasa.org.za Closes 13 April retinasa.org.za/assistance/job…

In this episode of Retinal Realities, SAOA CEO Harry Rosen discusses how optometrists are trained, regulated, and integrated into South Africa’s eye‑care system — including equipment standards, referrals, and World Optometry Week. Listen here youtu.be/Pt-Oaj6INPE

📢 Message from our Chairperson " Grateful to close my first year leading Retina South Africa with incredible staff, volunteers, partners & supporters. Thank you for helping us grow bigger, better & bolder — here’s to an amazing year ahead! 💙 With gratitude, Sonya Lee Mahabeer”

📷 Your R100 ticket brings hope to children living with inherited retinal conditions - and could send you to Zanzibar! 📷 Enter here: retinasa.org.za/.../Raffle-Zan…... #ZanzibarGetaway #LuxuryEscape #islanddreams #RetinaSA #makeadifference

🎙 New Episode! November spotlight: Diabetes & Disability Awareness. Kaylin Otto shares how a Diabetic Retinopathy diagnosis became a journey of resilience & purpose. 💡 👉 Listen now: youtu.be/r1d3P8_SwMg

🎧 Retinal Realities Ep. 29: Caryl’s AMD journey redefines independence. From diagnosis to daily life, she shares tools, hope & humour. 🔗 youtu.be/HpvFLcEKTE8 #RetinalRealitiesPodcast #AMDjourney #VisionLossAwareness #RetinaSA #RocheSouthAfrica #RedefiningIndependence

🎙️ Retinal Realities Episode 28 - Empowered to Educate Diagnosed with Stargardt at 10, Pieter Lindeque turned challenge into purpose—building an inclusive tutoring platform for learners with low vision. Listen on YouTube 🔗 youtu.be/_Ya6240hRDw

🌟 New #RetinalRealities Podcast This Women’s Month, meet Kat Flanagan, diagnosed with RP at 5, Ironman finisher, and proof that vision loss can’t dim determination. From fashion to triathlons, she’s redefining possible. 🎧 youtu.be/i8X1ZW9k_NY #WomensMonthSA

Retinal Realities Episode 26 – From Canvas to Counselling Meet Alexandra Makhlouf: artist, aspiring therapist, and advocate. From vision loss to mental health support, her story is one of healing and resilience. youtu.be/QwQaS2TZyCg #RetinalRealities

Win a 7-night Zanzibar escape worth R75K! 🏝️ R100 ticket = your chance to win + help prevent blindness. Enter now: bit.ly/4na0xOR #RetinaRaffle

🎧 New #RetinalRealities episode! This #InternationalYogaDay, Claudette Medefindt shares how yoga brings calm, strength & resilience for those with vision loss. 🧘‍♀️ Tune in for inspiration + simple practices anyone can try. 🎙️ Listen: bit.ly/4lfkQIF

🌟 The June Edition of Out of Sight is here! 🌟 📢 AGM on 19 July—join us to shape the future! 🎉 Win a Zanzibar getaway! Support a great cause & enter now: 🌴✈️ 🎫 bit.ly/43mrB5w 🔗 Read the full newsletter: bit.ly/3T7Wc0v #RetinaSouthAfrica #OutOfSight

Your seat at SUPERTROOPERS LIVE helps give hope. Every ticket sold supports Retina SA’s vital work in preventing blindness. Your support = impact. 📷 1 June | Emperors Palace | R200 📷 Reserve your seat today: bit.ly/4d60NJL

🎉 Manny Moodley joins Retina South Africa as CEO on April 14, 2025! Diagnosed with Stargardt's Dystrophy at 8, Manny’s passion and expertise make him the ideal leader for our future. 🌟 Read his inspiring journey: bit.ly/3RgG8sv #CEOAnnouncement #RetinaSA

Important Update: The Retina SA Contact Numbers Have Changed! We're thrilled to announce our updated contact information! New Numbers: Head Office: 010 497 9489 WhatsApp: 082 074 7116 You can now reach us at these new numbers for all your inquiries and support.

Para Participant Spotlight: 🚴✨ Joel Zeijlstra shares his inspiring journey as a para cyclist in the latest Retinal Realities Podcast! Hear about his challenges & triumphs at the 2024 Dis-Chem Ride for Sight. 🎧 Listen now: youtu.be/ZxeDQ-PwYfo #Ride4Sight2025 #RetinaSA

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