Books:
A Singular View: The Art of Seeing With One Eye
Frank B. Brady, Author/Publisher
P.O. Box 4653 Annapolis, MD. 21403
Excellent book on techniques to for monocular vision. Gives tips on wide variety of situations such as driving, stairs curbs and various sports.
When Bat Things Happen to Good People
Harold Kushner
Avon Books
Inspirational book that addresses the universal question "why?" when tragedy strikes a family.
Beauty and Cancer
Diane Doan Noyes, written by Peggy Mellody R.N.
AC Press, Los Angeles
Grooming and beauty tips for people undergoing cancer treatment. Has camouflage tips for those who have had surgery, including in the area of the eye.
A Different Dimension Adapting to Monocular Vision
Jewele Jones & Jack Diner
Write to:
Francois Durette Oculo-Plastik
1170 East Henri-Bourasse
Montreal, Quebec, Canada H2CIG4
More tips on living with monocular vision. Additional information on eye anatomy and how a prosthesis is made.
Support Groups:
Vision Northwest
4370 NE Halsey
Portland, OR. 97213
1-503-284-7650
1-800-448-2232
Support groups for blind and visually impaired in Portland and southwest Washington areas.
Also can provide resource lists for equipment and supplies for visual aids.
Singular Vision Outreach
P.O.1451
Maryland Heights, MO. 63043
1-314-453-9905
Nationwide organization for individuals and their families who are adjusting to monocular vision Also is an information center concerned with current research and advances in vision care.
For Cancer Patients:
American Cancer Society Oregon
Division & Metro Unit
0330 SW Curry
Portland, OR
1-503-295-6422
1-800-227-6422
For patient services, support groups and cancer information hotline.
