On the 26th February 2021 my father was taken to hospital for a check up and never returned home. Sadly he passed away on the 14th April 2021 at QE hospital, Woolwich. He became blind due to Diabetes and Medical negligence a in his late 70's which took away his freedom, his happiness and all sense of safety and independence. Living with sight loss is incredibly hard and depressing especially when you're elderly and frail. In the last 18months of his life, he could not even see his own hands, he could not see his face in the mirror, he could not see his wife or any family member. Dad would have to rely on mum and his carers as well as family members to keep him safe and secure in every environment. Every visit especially hospital visits there after were unbelievably scary, not knowing who is by his side to guide him. Walking to the bathroom and around the house itself had become impossible and dangerous to do alone. 

Every day in the UK, 250 people begin to lose their sight. Kent Association for the Blind will be there for people as they come to terms with losing their sight. KAB offers practical and emotional support, advice and guidance, whether it's tips on cooking safely, reading, walking with a long cane or advice on benefits. The Take on 250 campaign is a great way to raise money for KAB, so that it can continue to provide much needed services for people with a sight impairment, including its Eye Clinic Liaison Officers, Counselling, Support and Social Groups.