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Education, community, and home support for people navigating macular, retinal, and optic nerve conditions.

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“Take Your Finger Off the Trigger”, “Genetics loaded the gun. But the trigger has always been yours.”

Your genes may load the gun—but your choices can help influence what happens next.

Discover Dr. Heather George’s empowering approach to understanding the back of the eye (retina & optic nerve) and supporting your vision and overall wellbeing.

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Book an appointment if you feel this program is for you and it's time to take charge, or share this with someone who may need HOPe, guidance and a path forward.

What HOP Provides

Research-Based Education

Learn more about vision health, supportive lifestyle topics

and program resources in plain language.

Home-based Support

Understand the HOP pathway and the home support

elements available through the program.

Community and Encouragement

Connect with a supportive environment and people who

understand the emotional impact of vision challenges.

Practical Guidance

Receive next-step guidance through introductory

materials, calls and ongoing educational support.

What Members Are Saying

"When your vision is going and you feel like you might lose your freedom, you’re willing to try anything. I’ve done stem cell injections, I’ve tried everything. But I hadn’t seen this particular process before.

I’m delighted that it’s easy to use. My numbers got much better, I was seeing much better, and my dry eye really improved. I’m very encouraged.”

Cynthia, Georgia

"HOP gave me hope when I thought there were no more options. I'm so grateful."

Marcia, Massachusetts

“My daughter, who is an RN, was skeptical at first and thought this might be a scam.

But recently she told me, ‘Mom, if you hadn’t started this, you wouldn’t be where you are today. You wouldn’t be this stable.’

That meant a lot to me.”

Beverly, Montana

Frequently Asked Questions

What eye conditions is the Healing Optics Program designed to support?

The Healing Optics Program was created to support adults living with a range of macular, retinal, and optic nerve conditions.

This includes conditions such as:

Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

Stargardt Disease

Retinitis Pigmentosa

Glaucoma

Diabetic Retinopathy

Optic Nerve Atrophy

And other retinal and optic nerve conditions

HOP is designed as an educational and supportive program for people navigating a variety of vision-related diagnoses and looking for guidance, community, and structured support.

What happens during the free initial call?

The free initial call is an opportunity to learn more about the Healing Optics Program, ask questions, and discuss whether the program may be a good fit for your situation or goals. There is no pressure or obligation to join.

Is HOP a medical treatment or replacement for my doctor?

No. The Healing Optics Program is an educational and support-based program designed to provide guidance, home-based therapy tools, community, and practical resources for people navigating vision health challenges.

It is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified healthcare provider. It is designed to work alongside your existing medical care and eye health team.

Can I join or participate if I live outside the United States?

Yes. HOP supports individuals throughout the U.S. and around the world through online education, resources, and remote support pathways. As long as you have a physical address we can ship your home therapy device, and are able to access online services like Zoom, you can participate in the full program. Availability for specific calls or services may vary depending on time zone and scheduling. We post recordings for our members who are unable to make the live calls.

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