Finn was just four weeks old when mum Claudia visited emergency at the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne. She knew something was wrong with his eyes. It was the beginning of a stressful 12-month period of testing and medication.
Fortunately, Claudia was connected with Vision Australia at that very first appointment.
While waiting for an official diagnosis, Finn received a functional vision test assessment, and was linked with an early childhood educator, a physiotherapist, an occupational therapist and a speech pathologist. Claudia says the support was such a huge comfort.
2 year-old Finn, enjoying the playground
One year later, after extensive genetic testing, Finn was diagnosed with Leber’s Congenital Amaurosis, which affects the retina and causes severe vision impairment from birth.
Now almost two years old, Finn is always on the go! He loves interacting with the world around him, and he adores singing and humming. Now Claudia is looking to the future with hope.
Thanks to you, Finn was able to get vital early intervention therapy and is learning the life skills he needs to thrive.
