Harper Kate, McFee Catharine, Macdonald Ian, Jones Marilyn
Canadian National Institute for the Blind, Calgary, AB.
Can J Ophthalmol. 2006 Jun;41(3):373-7. doi: 10.1139/I06-028.
As Alberta's population ages over the next 20 years, the number of older adults experiencing age-related blindness or vision loss is likely to at least double. To prevent a crisis in low vision service provision, we need to build upon, and extend, existing partnerships between the CNIB and ophthalmologists, optometrists, government policy makers, and other service providers. Future service models for low vision rehabilitation should also emphasize interventions such as counselling and peer support that enhance quality of life. With thoughtful planning, adequate funding, and involvement of all stakeholders, Alberta has the potential to become a world leader in the field of low vision treatment and rehabilitation.
在未来20年里，随着艾伯塔省人口老龄化，患有与年龄相关的失明或视力丧失的老年人数量可能至少会增加一倍。为防止低视力服务提供出现危机，我们需要巩固并拓展加拿大国家盲人协会与眼科医生、验光师、政府政策制定者及其他服务提供者之间现有的伙伴关系。未来的低视力康复服务模式还应强调诸如咨询和同伴支持等能提高生活质量的干预措施。通过深思熟虑的规划、充足的资金以及所有利益相关者的参与，艾伯塔省有潜力成为低视力治疗和康复领域的世界领先者。
