Anthony Walker has lived in his Silverton residence for about six years. The 64-year-old told WCPO 9 News he’s struggled with his vision for years and it’s continued to get worse.
“When I come in everything turns dark red, so I’m really limited now,” said Walker.
Walker said his troubles seeing have turned into problems traveling. He travels with a walker made for the visually impaired, telling us he usually walks to the pharmacy about a half-mile from his apartment to pick up medicine.
“I was just up there last Thursday … I went up there and I made it back,” Walker said.
But his trip across the intersection of Plainfield Road and Zinsle Avenue has no crosswalks or signs.
“I have to stand and listen for the cars,” Walker said. “There’s no markings, there’s nothing I can do about that.”
WCPO 9 NewsWalker said he applied for a guide dog to help him get around last fall. He had to submit a video of his living conditions, provide any medical conditions and show where he walks.