A Gravesend armed forces veteran is calling on visually impaired ex-servicemen or women to get in touch with Blind Veterans UK.
Eric Gouge, who had a six-and-a-half year spell with the Royal East Kent regiment after the Second World War, has spoken about the support he received from the charity.
Eric Gouge
It was only later in life that Mr Gouge lost his sight as a result of detached retinas, caused by vascular arthritis.
He added: “Blind Veterans have helped me a lot.
“Their support allows me to live on my own at home and lets me meet other veterans who are also coping with severe sight loss.
“They provide me with a Daisy Player which reads books and emails for me. I don’t know what I’d do without that equipment.
“I would recommend anyone who is ex-armed forces to get in touch for support.”
If you are a visually impaired ex-serviceman/woman, or care for someone who is, find out more at: www.noonealone.org.uk or phone 0800 389 7979
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