Who Is Edward Solomon

Retiree Edward Solomon is more than a friend to the blind. He is their helper, chauffeur, tour guide and confidante. Five days a week, from Monday to Friday, Solomon helps to run errands for a group of blind friends.

Whether it is trips to the bank, shopping for groceries or paying bills, Solomon thinks nothing of going the extra mile for those who need his services.

He accompanies them to the hospital for follow-ups which can be taxing to the blind as they may have to move from the doctor’s clinic to the lab for tests, and to the pharmacy to collect their medication.

Solomon, 75, is sometimes accompanied by his wife Padmini, 68, a part-time teacher at an international school in Kuala Lumpur. Life has been good to this elderly couple and they want to give back to society with whatever energy and money they have.