Testimonials

We value the feedback from our patients, families, and supporters. Your input helps us enhance our low vision rehabilitation services, programs, and products. The following testimonials reflect the positive impact of our work. Some testimonials were recorded before our name changed from Deicke Center for Visual Rehabilitation to Spectrios Institute for Low Vision. Those heartfelt comments remain just as relevant today.

Video Testimonial

Written Testimonials

"The glasses and low vision equipment that the students receive through Seeing Is Believing are essential to their success in school.”

Erin

Vision Program Supervisor, SCCCASE

“We purchased a reading machine (CCTV) for my mom…she missed reading newspapers, magazines, recipes, and seeing photos for over a year. Thanks to Spectrios Institute at Deicke House, this has now become possible. You have given my mom her quality of life back.”

Ruth and her daughter Renee

“I love the fact that I can return to using the computer to get e-mail from my family, especially my grandchildren, and also track my finances. This makes me feel much more independent and in control of my life.”

A computer class participant

“Dr. Coalter took care of my mother and patiently walked her through the steps of relearning how to use the very small amount of sight she has left. Your counseling services were excellent, and each member contributed to helping my mother cope with her blindness.”

A grateful patient family

“The ideas and visual aids you provided were extraordinary. I am so grateful to Spectrios Institute at Deicke House for my dad’s mini-binoculars. When he got the binoculars and saw the rest of the family, he would say, ‘Stand right there, I want to see you.’ He focused on each of us—it had been such a long time since he had seen our faces. You have given my dad a new lease on life.”

Dana on her father’s experience

Patient Stories

Whether you are a patient, coach, parent, alum, or just a friend of Spectrios, your story can inspire others and highlight the transformative impact of our work. Thank you to those who have shared their story, helping promote understanding and empathy for those facing similar challenges.

Meet Dorothy

October 18, 2024 No Comments

Meet Dorothy Dorothy has age-related macular degeneration in both eyes. Last fall, she came to Spectrios to learn about technology and devices to help her live her best life. Dr. ...

Meet Mary

October 17, 2024 No Comments

Meet Mary In the realm of vision loss, stories of resilience, perseverance, and the human spirit’s ability to conquer adversity often stand as powerful testaments to our vital work here ...

Meet Greg

December 20, 2022 No Comments

When a new patient makes an appointment, we encourage them to take advantage of our comprehensive program. This program includes a meeting with an optometrist, occupational therapist and an access ...

Meet Kate

December 19, 2022 No Comments

We usually share an interview with a patient. Kate was a speaker at our Gala. Her words were so powerful, we decided to give this space to her. Thank you ...

Meet Nancy

December 2, 2021 No Comments

When you get the news that you have vision loss, it is a blow. What will you do now? Many patients learn they are going to lose their vision and ...

Share Your Story

We love featuring stories from our patients in our Blog and Brightside Newsletter. If you have a story you’d like to share, please contact our Director of Community Relations at 630-690-7115 ext.106.