A preliminary investigation of the well-being of visually impaired ex-service personnel in the United Kingdom

This pilot study aimed to provide a preliminary assessment of well-being in an adult sample of 97 UK blind veterans, predominantly composed of 80 year olds.
Results suggest that members of Blind Veterans UK are functioning well and are satisfied across four life domains (vocation, finances, health, and social relationships). Lower health satisfaction was identified, particularly in blind veterans with comorbid mental health conditions.
Results are discussed in relation to the older age of the sample and recommendations are made for future research in this population.
There is an accompanying infographic summarising the results of this study, available to view here.