Lana’s
Sightline Story
I developed Retinitis Pigmentosa because of Behcet’s Disease when I was younger. I live with my parents and have carers coming to take me out twice a week, so feel quite lucky in that I can get out and about to do some things I like.
Pre-Covid I would access a variety of groups locally that supports people who are sight impaired. Unfortunately, these groups aren’t running anymore, and I don’t use public transport so that hinders me a little nowadays.
I love to go to the theatre and visit different museums. The Lowry Theatre is my nearest and I really enjoyed the performance of “The King and I” there. I always like to catch the local pantomime at Christmas too – that was hilarious last year. I have nieces and nephews, so we all enjoy a trip to catch a show or visit a museum. I do my own online reviews of theatre shows and podcasts too!
My Sightline befriender is lovely, and we are approaching our 3-year befriending anniversary in August!
We chat about what we’ve been up to each week. She’ll always ask me what theatre show I’ve been to and if I enjoyed it.
We chat about lots of other things too; Becky shares any must watch TV shows she’ recently seen or maybe a new recipe she tried for a meal. I always like to hear what she’s been up to. I don’t know why but sharing day to day things is really comforting to me.
Names have been changed to protect identities.
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