Retinal Realities Podcast – Episode 29 – Redefining Independence
In this powerful edition, host Claudette Medefindt sits down with Caryl Baum, a retired lawyer, mother, grandmother, and visionary advocate living with Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD).
Brought to you by Roche Products South Africa, this episode explores the emotional and practical realities of vision loss — from diagnosis to daily life.
Caryl shares her deeply personal journey, the impact of losing central vision, and the adaptive tools and mindset that help her thrive. From white canes and screen readers to scrapbooking and travel, she proves that vision loss doesn’t mean losing your purpose.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about retinal health, this episode offers insight, hope, and practical advice. Tune in and be inspired by Caryl’s resilience, humour, and unwavering spirit.
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