“Why should I LET a LITTLE THING like Low vision STOP ME?”

Hi, I'm Sam Seavey, creator of The Blind Life, a YouTube channel dedicated to helping people with blindness and low vision live more independently through technology. Recognized by the Foundation Fighting Blindness as one of the best online resources for the blind and low vision community, The Blind Life has grown to more than 85,000 subscribers and features over 1,000 videos covering assistive technology, accessibility tips, product reviews, tutorials, and interviews with leaders in the blindness community.

My journey with vision loss began at age 11 when I was diagnosed with Stargardt disease, an inherited retinal condition that causes central vision loss over time. Since then, I've spent more than 30 years learning, researching, and working with assistive technology. That personal experience, combined with my professional work, allows me to share practical advice that comes from both lived experience and hands-on expertise.

Over the years, my work has been featured in publications including USA TODAY and WIRED, and I've been a guest on numerous podcasts and media outlets discussing accessibility and assistive technology. I've also had the opportunity to collaborate with companies such as Google, Sony, Apple, and Microsoft on accessibility initiatives, product evaluations, educational content, and advisory projects.

In addition to creating content for The Blind Life, I lead the assistive technology program at a nonprofit organization, where I provide training, evaluations, and one-on-one support to individuals with blindness and low vision. Whether I'm reviewing the latest technology, speaking at conferences around the world, or working directly with clients, my goal is always the same: to help people gain confidence, embrace technology, and live their Best Blind Life.