However, with better understanding, guidance, emotional support and connecting with others who have lived with it, the experience need not hold a bleak future for the individual. Difficulty seeing in the dark or dim light Bumping into objects which seem to appear out of nowhere Missing steps and curbs Tripping, stumbling and fumbling Experiencing mishaps and auto accidents The Heart of TARP Retinitis Pigmentosa is an emotional disease, and it is a family consideration for all its members. At the beginning there is much on-going grief and feelings of despair. TARP is about emotional mending. This human services group is not just another organization for the purpose of sending out resource material and receiving donations.
TARP is committed to restoration of the human spirit and motivating others who have lost heart.
We also connect people with others experiencing vision loss as well as keeping current research updates. Request our famous 'Info Packet' filled with precious RP related information hard to find elsewhere. Encourage family members and friends to log on to this site or contact us directly. Our efforts are supported by a network of loyal volunteers. But, as with any other worthwhile endeavor, we need donations to keep the phone ringing and maintain our Internet connection.