From Tech Frustration to Freedom: Discover What Is Possible with Assistive Technology

Feeling stuck with tech as you navigate vision loss?

You are not alone and there is a better way forward.

Join me for a free webinar to learn simple tools, clear steps, and real solutions

that meet you where you are.

No experience needed. Just curiosity and a desire for more independence.

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Expert guidance for blind and visually impaired—written by someone who’s lived it.

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Victoria Essner 

International Best-Selling Author

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MEET ME...

I am Victoria "Vickie-Hummingbird" Essner a devoted Christian wife, mother, and loyal friend. Despite my visual impairment, I've embarked on numerous adventures, exploring the landscapes of Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Pennsylvania and Utah.

One of my most cherished roles is being a caregiver for my husband, a legally-blind Veteran in hospice care.

Unlocking Potential: Empowering Individuals with Visual Impairments

Welcome to Victoria Essner’s Website
I empower individuals with visual impairments and caregivers through assistive technology, advocacy, and real-life support.

My journey began when I became legally blind as a child, shaping my lifelong mission to help others overcome challenges and embrace independence. I understand the struggles caregivers and those with vision loss face and I work to bridge the gap between them with practical solutions and compassion.

This platform is built on lived experience, resilience, and the belief that everyone deserves the tools to thrive. Together, we can create a more inclusive future filled with confidence, connection, and opportunity.

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Imagine a Life Made Easier

With these free guides that help individuals thrive

and empower employers to champion accessibility with confidence.

The Ultimate Assistive Technology Resource Guide

Master Assistive Technology and Reclaim Confidence in Your Digital Life

Confidence Through Accessibility

Create a More Inclusive, Productive Workplace One Step at a Time

#1 BEST-SELLING BOOK

From Tech Frustration to Freedom Book

From Tech Frustration

To Freedom

Are you struggling to navigate assistive technology?

Feeling overwhelmed by screen readers, magnification tools, or accessibility settings? You’re not alone and help is here!

Listen to "BLESSED THRU BLINDNESS" Podcast.

Welcome to Blessed Thru Blindness Podcast, where I, your Host, invites you to make every day count.

Join me as we embark on a journey of inspiration, featuring heartfelt interviews with extraordinary individuals from diverse backgrounds, including caregivers and blind individuals.

Through their compelling stories, we aim to uplift, motivate, and empower listeners to embrace life's challenges and seize every opportunity to thrive.

Tune in to discover the resilience, strength, and wisdom that lie within each of us, and let's spread our wings together as we navigate the journey of life.

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Supporting Someone You Love?

Caregiving brings its own questions, responsibilities, and emotional weight. A separate caregiving support experience is coming soon, created specifically for those supporting a blind or visually impaired loved one.

Coming soon. No commitment required.

Here Are What People Say About Me!

Karen Tumbleson

For many years, I've known Vickie, and have been an observer of her unsurpassed love and patience as she serves as a caregiver for her husband, in every aspect of his life. She is his cheerleader, his emotional wellness guru, and strives to meet his needs with patience and love.

As her husband's needs have multiplied over time, she has patiently worked to create a team to meet his needs, tailored to his unique situations, and to foster an environment where he feels loved, cared for, and safe, despite ongoing health challenges. She seems indefatigable in meeting his needs, and putting him first and foremost, above all other priorities that she might wish to pursue. He's her #1 priority, and Vickie has been his advocate as they together have travailed the road of health challenges, and have sought to have the best outcomes possible in the many years that these various trials have arisen.

Shauna Whetten Earl

Vickie Essner is my hero! I am in awe of how she cares for Bob with the upmost tenderness, compassion, patience, and diligence! She willingly sacrifices her own comforts to make sure Bob has everything he needs and does it with a smile. I have been especially impressed by Vicki's organization and ability to manage all levels of his care. It has been sweet to watch Vicki coordinate numerous agencies and people to meet Bob's ever increasing needs. Vicki has a grateful heart. Just being around her makes me a better person.

Mandy Brown

It is my pleasure to tell you a little bit about the manner in which Vickie takes care of her husband, Bob. For several years, I have watched Vickie balance, her church, work, and home life while taking care of Bob's every need. She makes it look seamless. I am amazed at her attitude, patience, persistence, and love shown not only to Bob, but to those she has involved in giving him the best all around care. She makes sure he has a sense of community, feels comfortable, and receives encouragement to stay upbeat and positive. Vickie definitely has the skills, resilience and love to care for Bob for the rest of his life. She also has the ability, patience and awareness to involve others when she needs help to completely satisfy his needs. I love Vickie. He has inspired me to serve and love the rest of my life. Sincerely Mandi Brown.

Andy Parker

Vikki has helped me with a lot my blindness problems and working with technology

Karen Tumbleson

Vickie brings deep patience, resilience, and firsthand caregiving experience gained through years of supporting her husband through complex health challenges. Her guidance reflects a hard-earned understanding of what it takes to care for a loved one with confidence, compassion, and clarity.

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