Local doctor raises $5000 for vision service

Woy Woy ophthalmologist Dr Anil Arora has raised $5000 to support Vision Australia's essential services for Central Coast residents who are blind or have low vision.

Celebrating his 50th birthday, Dr Arora said he wanted to give something back and, in lieu of presents, he asked his friends and family to help him raise $5000 to support a charity close to his heart.

"Vision Australia does a fantastic job of helping people who are blind or have low vision.

"Over the years, I have been amazed at the dedication, passion and commitment that they show to help those who need their help," said Dr Arora.

Vision Australia's services follow every stage of life, from families with infants and small children to those who have deteriorating vision due to age related conditions.

"Independence is the ultimate aim of our services," said Vision Australia, Gosford team manager Ms Amanda Hancock.

"We want all our clients to be able to achieve the outcomes that are important to them.

"The support of people like Dr Arora is crucial to help us to do this," said Ms Hancock.

Dr Arora raised more than $3000 from the generous donations of his friends.

However, his goal was to raise $5000, so he wrote out a personal cheque to make up the difference.

"As an ophthalmologist, it is always hard to tell people there is nothing more I can do to improve their sight, so it is great to know that I can refer them to Vision Australia.

"I hope this donation will help Vision Australia to continue to provide essential services to those with visual impairment.

"It is a very worthy cause," said Dr Arora.

Media Release, 5 Oct 2012

Megan Bishop, Vision Australia