She began losing her sight at 8 to Stargardt disease and gets around with the help of her guide dogs. She is the first woman in Singapore to become a guide dog handler. Now at 40, her new book ‘A Place For Us’ carries a powerful message that people should be seen as individuals before their disabilities. Cassandra Chiu, author of ‘A Place For Us’ shares her journey and talks about her new book.

<p>She began losing her sight at 8 to Stargardt disease and gets around with the help of her guide dogs. She is the first woman in Singapore to become a guide dog handler. Now at 40, her new book <em>&lsquo;A Place For Us&rsquo;</em> carries a powerful message that people should be seen as individuals before their disabilities. Cassandra Chiu, author of &lsquo;A Place For Us&rsquo; shares her journey and talks about her new book.</p>

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