Amir Khan, a 28-year-old from Hapur, Uttar Pradesh, lost his sight in both eyes due to a severe road accident. Having studied only up to Class 5, a lack of guidance and support after the accident left him dependent on a disability pension, as he was unable to pursue further education.
His circumstances worsened further with the loss of his father to cancer in 2022, followed by his mother's sudden passing from a heart attack in 2023.  Amir was suddenly left with the sole responsibility of supporting his younger brother and sister.
During this difficult time, a neighbour directed him to the Eyeway Helpline. The Eyeway team provided him with counselling support, and motivation and reassurance that visual impairment does not prevent a person from becoming independent and achieving their goals.
The Foundation’s counsellor, identified a suitable career opportunity for Amir, guiding him towards a massage therapist training programme in Chennai.Seizing this opportunity, Amir travelled to Chennai, and successfully completed his training at the Kayuchi Massage Center, and was offered a job at the same facility. During a recent follow-up, Amir shared that he is on the path to becoming self-reliant.
His story is a wonderful example of how need-based counselling, encouragement, guidance and timely support can transform the lives of people with visual impairments. Today, he is not only moving towards financial independence but is also in a better position to support his younger siblings.
Team Eyeway