Visual Function in Geriatric Eye Disease

Abstract

□ As older people become visually impaired, the aging process itself becomes more of a problem. If they live alone and are left to their own devices, they may not seek help. Much, however, can be done by a community which is aware of the importance of finding these individuals in the early stages of their disease. Once discovered, they can be assisted in retaining their ability to read, to do close work, and to get around independently. Through the use of the many new methods of treatment and more sophisticated optical aids, most older people with a visual impairment can enjoy the restoration of at least a part of their vision and can be helped to continue functioning independently as long as possible.