North Central Sight Services focus on vision
SIDDLE
“Ms. P.” always had been in excellent health and did not realize the significance of what was happening to her eyesight as she enjoyed her ninth decade of life. As the struggle with daily activities became more difficult, Ms. P. decided to visit an eye doctor and was diagnosed with macular degeneration. Despite visual acuities of 20-400 in both eyes, she was determined to maintain her independence at her home in rural eastern Lycoming County for as long as possible. As the disease progressed, Ms. P. started to suffer from anxiety issues and depression due to this drastic change in her lifestyle and compromised independence. Then she learned about North Central Sight Services. In 2003, Ms. P. became a specialized service customer through North Central Sight Services in the social services program. Lynn Siddle, a life skills assistant, visits her every other week. “We take her to all of her medical appointments and errands,” Siddle explained. “Ms. P.
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