04/15/2026
Tuesday, April 2, 2026, in Leander, Texas, at H-E-B Plus! in Leander, was one of those moments that really stayed with me.
Rick San Juan and Chelsea C. Nguyen, serving as his sighted guide, decided to try something new at H-E-B Plus—testing the free Be My Eyes app to see if he could complete his grocery shopping independently.
And honestly… we didn’t know what to expect.
With the help of a live virtual volunteer, Rick was guided through the entire process—finding items, scanning groceries, bagging them, and even navigating self-checkout. Step by step, it all came together.
And it worked.
There was a moment of pause—realizing just how powerful something like this can be. Not just convenience, but confidence. Not just assistance, but independence.
Chelsea captured the experience as it unfolded, witnessing firsthand what’s possible when the right tools and support come together.
This is what accessibility looks like.
This is what independence feels like.
📱 The Be My Eyes app is completely free on iOS and Android.