Definition: A small hole in the macular - different from macular degeration. Causes problems such as straight lines appearing wavy.
Category: Eye Condition
Credit: RNIB
Source: http://www.rnib.org.uk/eye-health-eye-conditions-z-eye-conditions/macular-hole
Services specifically catering for people with Macular hole
Being diagnosed with
macular disease can leave you and your family feeling isolated and uncertain about the future. But, there is no need to face macular disease alone; the Macular Society specialist
helpline team provide free information, guidance and
advice to anyone affected by central vision loss whether it's you, a friend or a family member.
It is not unusual for some people with
macular disease to feel isolated, especially if it's difficult to get out and about. However, there is no need to feel alone - MS telephone befrienders can provide a regular friendly phone call, which may help to rebuild confidence and independence. Their telephone
befriending service may be especially helpful if you cannot get to one of their
support group meetings, but would like to talk to someone who has experience of macular disease.
The
Macular Society can put you in touch with a Treatment Buddy who has already had treatment, for information and reassurance. If you are experiencing visual hallucinations (
Charles Bonnet Syndrome) due to sight loss there is a buddy service where you can talk to someone who has also experienced visual hallucinations for information and reassurance.
Meets 2nd Monday of every month, 10.30am-12.30pm. All welcome. Meet at Heritage Suite, Maesteg Health and Wellbeing Centre, Hartshorn House, Neath Road, CF34 9EE.
The
Macular Society has local self-help
support groups across the UK. The groups vary in size and style but all offer invaluable practical and emotional support to people with macular disease from people with macular disease. Click the link below and enter your postcode to find the group near you.
Group supporting people with
macular degeneration. Meets on 3rd Tuesday of every month at 10.30am. Mill Bank Community Centre, Holyhead, Anglesey.
Support group for people with
macular disease. Meets on the 2nd Monday of every month at Quaker House, Dean Street, Bangor. 1.30pm.
Support group for people with
macular disease meets on 2nd Thursday of every month, 1-3pm. Gwesty Ty Gorsaf Hotel, 1 High Street, Blaenau Ffestiniog.
Meets on the first Monday of the month from 10.30 to 12.00 at Craig y Don Community Centre.
Meets on 3rd Monday in the month at 1.30pm. Hafod - Park, Abergele, Conwy.
Support group for people with
macular disease. Meets on the third Thursday of the month, between 1pm at AVOW, 21 Egerton Street, Wrexham.
Support group for people with
macular disease at Evergreen Hall, Angel Street, Bridgend, CF31 4AD. Meets on the first Friday of the month from 10 am to 12pm.
Support group for people with
macular disease. Meets at CIB monthly on the last Friday of the month. 10.30am - 12.30pm. Cardiff Institute for the Blind, Jones Court, Womanby Street, Cardiff CF10 1BR.
Support group for people with
macular disease. Meets on 3rd Wednesday of every month, at 1.30pm. Theatre Fach, Dolgellau, Gwynedd.
Support group for people with
Macular disease. Meets monthly, on first Monday of the month at 11am. Cae Mor Hotel, 6 Penrhyn Crescent, Llandudno.
The
Macular Society is developing a range of online
training modules which will give healthcare professionals a greater understanding of central vision loss.
