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There was a time when I saw the cane as a symbol of what I’d lost.Now, I see it as everything I’ve gained.My cane is my ...
14/10/2025

There was a time when I saw the cane as a symbol of what I’d lost.

Now, I see it as everything I’ve gained.

My cane is my courage - it gives me the confidence to step out, connect, and live fully again.

It’s helped me rediscover community, independence, and the freedom to chase my dreams - no matter how blurry the path looks some days.

For anyone still hesitant to pick up a cane
- please know, it’s not a sign of weakness.

It’s a tool of empowerment.

It’s the bridge back to the world
… and to yourself.

Today is International White Cane Day.
I’m celebrating confidence in one hand,
independence in the other,
and a heart full of pride for how far this journey has taken me. 🦯💖🏆
[ID: Joanne is sitting in a chair at the dining table of the Blind Australian of the Year gala. She is holding her finalist glass trophy in one hand, and her rose gold Glam Cane in the other. Joanne is smiling. She’s wearing an indigo blue sleeveless long dress, rose gold earring and bracelet, and has sparkling pink nail polish on.]

Blindness doesn’t define us - how we live does 💛We celebrate life, friendship, and the freedom to be in the moment.This ...
14/10/2025

Blindness doesn’t define us -
how we live does 💛

We celebrate life, friendship,
and the freedom to be in the moment.

This is what inclusion looks like:
joy, connection, and community.

[ID: A lively scene on the dance floor as people with low vision and blindness, along with their supporters, dance and celebrate together. Joanne is in the centre wearing a blue dress, smiling with her arms raised in joy, surrounded by others moving and laughing under soft blue lighting. The energy is vibrant and full of connection.]

This one is for us - for everyone experiencing blindness and low vision 💛It was such an honour and truly humbling to be ...
13/10/2025

This one is for us - for everyone experiencing blindness and low vision 💛

It was such an honour and truly humbling to be nominated for Blind Australian of the Year 2025.

When I attended the gala and heard there were 100 nominations for this this year’s awards, I was speechless.

From the moment I found out I was nominated, I felt an overwhelming sense of pride - not for myself, but for everyone I represent.

This nomination isn’t just mine: it’s for Live Well With Vision Loss, for those facing hardship, for the newly diagnosed trying to find their way, and for everyone living courageously with vision loss and building lives filled with happiness, purpose and connection.

Together, we’re creating awareness, inclusion, and accessibility - paving the way for future generations to live well with vision loss 💛 [ID: Joanne is wearing an indigo blue fitted long dress, and smiling as she accepts her finalist trophy on stage at the Blind Australian of the Year Awards 2025. Terry, the CEO of Link Vision presents the trophy. He is wearing a white jacket, shirt and black pants, and holds a gold and silver Glam Cane. Behind Joanne, the event screen reads “Individual Recipient Maurice Gleeson.” The moment captures celebration and pride.]

11/10/2025

Tonight is the Night!!

The Blind Australian of the Year gala awards.

And the BIG reveal of my newest Glam Canes.

The glammiest of all of my fabulous canes. 💖

AND she needs a name!

With hours left to go until the event, add your ideas in the comments NOW.

The winning name shall be announced on the red carpet
TONIGHT! ✨ {VD: Joanne is travelling in the passenger seat of a car on her way to Brisbane. Her hair is styled with it pulled back on one side and curly. She is all glare gold Lamb cane with a black handle.]

10/10/2025

The day before the Blind Australian of the Year Awards and it’s all happening! 💃✨

Rennai and I have been non-stop today - community meeting ✅,
dress and shoes ✅,
and yes… picked up my new Glam Cane! 😍

The excitement’s real,
but before tomorrow’s big night,
it’s gym and wellness centre time! 💪 🧘‍♂️

Because sometimes the best way to calm the nerves
(and the chaos)
is a good workout and fun with a friend.

[VD: Joanne Marie is inside ‘The Office’, Rennai’s Health Cab And Co Van. Her strawberry blond hair is pulled back by her sunglasses. She is tanned, happy and has on a yellow sports bra with white banding and is wearing white pearl studs.]

🌿 Four Reasons Why Inclusion Matters 🫶 1. Everyone deserves access.Whether at work, school, or in public spaces - inclus...
09/10/2025

🌿 Four Reasons Why Inclusion Matters 🫶

1. Everyone deserves access.
Whether at work, school, or in public spaces - inclusion ensures equal opportunity for all.

2. Diversity strengthens communities.
People with low vision bring valuable insights, adaptability, and innovation to every environment.

3. Inclusion reduces isolation.
Accessible design and attitudes help people feel seen, connected, and confident to participate.

4. It creates empathy and awareness.
When inclusion becomes the norm, understanding and compassion naturally grow.
[ID:
A warm, empowering awareness graphic with a soft peach background decorated with coral leaf accents. The heading reads “Different Vision, Shared Humanity” followed by a banner that says “Why Inclusion Matters.” Below, a light coral box lists four points. At the bottom right stands Joanne in a black dress, holding her long white cane. Her calm, confident expression conveys strength, inclusion, and connection.]

🌎 World Sight Day 2025 Your eyes deserve a little extra love - today and every day 💛Most of us take our sight for grante...
09/10/2025

🌎 World Sight Day 2025

Your eyes deserve a little extra love - today and every day 💛

Most of us take our sight for granted … until something changes.

But caring for your eyes doesn’t have to be complicated -
it just takes awareness and small, consistent steps that make a big difference over time.

Here are 4 easy ways to start protecting your eyes today:

👩‍⚕️ 1. Have Regular Eye Checks
Don’t wait until you notice changes — early detection can prevent or slow vision loss. A routine check can catch things you can’t see yet.

💻 2. Take Screen Breaks
Follow the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds. It helps reduce digital eye strain and dryness from too much screen time.

🕶️ 3. Protect Your Eyes from UV Rays
Sunglasses aren’t just a fashion statement — they help prevent cataracts, macular degeneration, and sun damage. Choose high UV lenses for full protection.

🥦 4. Nourish Your Eyes
Feed your vision from the inside out! Eat foods rich in Vitamin A, C, and omega-3s - like leafy greens, carrots, and fish — to support long-term eye health.

Remember:
Your eyes work hard for you every day - return the favour. Love your eyes today, in work and in play 💛
[ID:
A bright, positive awareness graphic featuring a message about eye health. At the top left is the Live Well With Vision Loss logo, showing a stylised blue eye with a crescent inside. The background is split between soft blue and teal tones. On the top right, an eye chart and contact lens items are pictured on a light blue background. Large purple text reads: “4 simple habits today to protect your eyes tomorrow.” Below this, a light blue box listing 4 healthy eye tips.
On the right is Joanne, smiling, wearing sunglasses and holding her long white cane gestures with one arm extended towards the healthy eyes tips. Joanne radiating confidence and positivity.]

Whether you’re at work, on the move - your eyes are working hard for you every single day. This World Sight Day 2025, le...
08/10/2025

Whether you’re at work, on the move - your eyes are working hard for you every single day.

This World Sight Day 2025, let’s pause and show our eyes some love.

Eye health isn’t just about seeing clearly - it’s about living fully.

A simple check-up,
A break from screens,
Or wearing your sunnies and a hat
can make a world of difference.

As someone who lives with severe vision loss, I know firsthand how precious sight is
- and how vital it is to protect, respect, and include every kind of vision as we create awareness around the spectrum of vision loss.

Eye health is everyone’s business
- at work, at play, and in every moment in between. 💛
[ID: Joanne Marie is sitting at a table in a restaurant, smiling as she speaks to someone on her mobile phone. She’s wearing a green, ribbed singlet top, and her strawberry blonds hair is clipped back with a gold clip. In front of her on the table is Joanne;s iPad - open and in the keyboard stand - and a glass of wine. The restaurant windows are open as it’s a sunny warm evening while Joanne catches up on work and phone calls while waiting for her friends to join her for dinner.]

08/10/2025

Sometimes the most powerful clarity comes when we stop fighting the waves and simply learn to move with them. 🌿

[VD: Two pelicans are moving up and down through the waves near the shoreline. It is a stormy day out to sea, and the water is a bluey grey colour with light waves rolling in. A long pier is in the background to the left of the image.]

Living with low vision certainly adds a few extra twists and turns in life.Each time my vision declines, it’s a new chal...
07/10/2025

Living with low vision certainly adds a few extra twists and turns in life.

Each time my vision declines,
it’s a new challenge
- an emotional ride of accepting change, retraining, and learning to navigate the world in different ways.

But I refuse to let my vision loss define me or limit my joy.

I made a conscious choice -
to live life on my terms.

I’ve always valued the benefits of staying active, exploring my passions, and embracing the beauty of the world around me.

Sure, there are days when the struggles of vision loss feel overwhelming, and motivation can be hard to come by.

But I’ve learned that it’s okay to feel low sometimes - it’s a natural part of the journey.

The key is to not stay there for long.

Self-care has become a crucial tool in my toolbox, helping me to pull myself out of those dark moments and back into the light of doing the things I love.

So, even when it feels like the world is spinning, remember that prioritising yourself and your wellbeing is the best way to keep moving forward. [ID: Joanne Marie is standing at the end of the pier and is leaning up against the white railings. It’s a blue sunny day but cool and windy. The ocean is a deep blue and there’s a sailing boat in the distance. Joanne is smiling and her strawberry blonde hair is blowing in the breeze. She is wearing her Ray-Ban Meta sunglasses, a cream coloured, loose, warm sweater, gunmetal grey leggings and is holding her lung blue Beria sparkling cane out in front.]

We’ve all done it - pretended we can see better than we can, nodded when we couldn’t make out details, avoided situation...
05/10/2025

We’ve all done it -
pretended we can see better than we can,
nodded when we couldn’t make out details,
avoided situations that expose our vision loss …

But living behind a mask takes a toll.

At work I felt exhausted, unseen …
Slowly watching my confidence decline,
Seeking more time alone as I struggled to keep up.

At home I stopped cooking, ironing …
After all I had to catch up on the work I couldn’t get through during the day.

Socially I withdrew.

Life had been full and fun once.
But as the years progressed I withdrew further.

I learnt to be alone - exhausted by the thought of going out,
By the overstimulation and struggle trying to navigate with Low Vision.

If this is you, know that you’re not alone.

Reach out to organizations like vision loss support organisation,
connect with the Blind and Low Vision community for support,
guidance, and strategies to embrace your true self.

Whether at home or at work,
there’s help available to remove the mask and access the training,
aids, and tech you need.

Share your story
and tag
This Blindness Awareness + Mental Health Awareness month.

Together we can unmask what lies beneath,
find our strength, our resilience to live well with vision loss.
[VD: Joanne Marie is inside a room and standing in front of a large window. The trees outside are full of bright green leaves and the sky is blue. Joanne is wearing a gold and white decorate mask, and a pale leopard printed, sleeveless dress. Her hands are crossed as she holds her Glam Cane.]

Losing vision is like walking througha foggy maze of emotions- uncertainty, fear, loneliness, and grief. It’s no surpris...
04/10/2025

Losing vision is like walking through
a foggy maze of emotions
- uncertainty, fear, loneliness, and grief.

It’s no surprise that mental health struggles
often intertwine with vision loss.
But too often people are met with
ignorance and dismissal,
their grief and pain overlooked.

This October, let’s acknowledge
the complexities of vision loss,
validate the mental health
challenges that accompany it,
and stand with those who walk this path.

No-one should feel they have to walk it alone.
[ID: Joanne Marie is standing again an autumn coloured brick wall. She looks out to her right and only her shoulders and above are shown. She has makeup on, he strawberry blond hair lightly curled, but her expression is one of sadness.]

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