When Daniel Bateman’s wife lost her sight, he was determined to do all he could to ensure she lived life to the full. And by helping Lauren regain her independence with the support of the Guide Dogs charity, Daniel discovered a passion for helping others.
The 28-year-old told how his wife was born with water on the brain, which damaged her retina. When she developed a cataract aged 23, it served only to agitate the issue and after 17 operations on her eyes, she lost her sight completely.
Daniel, 28, said: “When Lauren lost her sight she lost everything – friends, her job and her sense of purpose. “But Guide Dogs helped her piece her life back together. “It started with white cane training, so Lauren could find ways to leave the house on
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