Through Gia's Eyes Foundation

Through Gia's Eyes Foundation We are a 501c3 noprofit foundation who help children and young adults with Stargardt's disease or who are visually impaired to lead an independent life.

Our daughter Gia was diagnosed with Stargardt's disease in 2014, an inherited form of Juvenile Macular Degeneration that appears between the ages of 6 and 20. It causes progressive central vision loss to the point of legal blindness. Our journey was long and challenging. After seeing four ophthalmologists who could not tell us what was wrong with her vision, we finally took her to an Emory Neurosu

rgeon who diagnosed her with Stargardt’s Disease. It was difficult to hear there is no cure and basically there is nothing we can do. Gia struggled in school and could not learn like the other children. The teachers tried to be helpful but didn't know where to begin to help her. That’s when we took her to CVI (Center for the Visually Impaired) in Atlanta for help. They tested and evaluated her to see what would work best for her in school. By the end of the day they had already formed a list of recommendations showing the best way to teach and help Gia in school. They showed us several assisted devices for the vision impaired which would work best for Gia. This year, 5th grade, was the best school year for Gia. She had gone through so many emotions the past 4 years from feeling isolated to unconfident. Gia was fortunate to have assisted devices for school, an I-pad, HD Magnifiers and other devices. Unfortunately, there are many who can't afford additional devices and have to depend on the public school system. That’s where Through Gia’s Eyes Foundation (TGE) comes in. Through Gia's Eyes Foundation, our mission is to help children and young adults with vision impairment. To create a Vision for the Future of those debilitated by this disease. To improve their life by providing assisted devices, vision rehabilitation, sponsorship programs, camps and support group. Through Gia’s Eyes Foundation will help those suffering from vision impairment and get the help and devices they need to help their children live an independent life. Alice Pergolini -

01/27/2025

At the Center for the Visually Impaired, we transform challenges into opportunities. To learn more about how we can support glaucoma patients or to book a low vision exam, please call us at 404-875-9011.

05/02/2024

We are back with our STARGARDT’S STARS!⭐

Every month, we will be featuring a community member - our Stargardt’s Stars!

Stargardt’s is a rare condition, and besides our needs, our community has unique skills and are incredible individuals!

So please meet Zayd! Zayd is 12 years old. He has a passion for football. His favourite subjects at school are Maths, Geography and History and he has a real passion for maps and factual information about the countries of the world and their histories. He has an excellent memory and spends a lot of time reading and listening to audiobooks. He got diagnosed at age 7, and though the Stargardt’s journey has had its expected ups and downs, Zayd’s sense of humour, positivity and approach to life has really helped him accept it. He aims to be a diplomat when he’s older. He was recently on a BBC radio interview which they later published too. Check the interview: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hereford-worcester-68144749

We are proud of you and wish you the best, Zayd!

Our Stargardt’s community is full of brilliant people. Stay tuned to meet more of our shining Stars soon. ⭐

PD: Zayd is smiling and drinking a water bottle at a restaurant.

04/29/2024

Low vision occupational therapists (OTs) are trained to understand how vision loss affects a person’s overall well-being. They promote creative ways to adapt and overcome challenges and obstacles to assist...

12/19/2023

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