March 13, 2023
Here’s the March newsletter of DeafBlind UK – a link to the full newsletter is at the foot of the article. What is the emotional impact of sight and hearing loss? Meet Tracey – who, at 62, was finding her sight and hearing loss was taking a toll on her mental health. Find out how …
March 13, 2023
We recently published a story about police in West Yorkshire testing the eyesight of drivers. We had a big response to the article, so here’s a follow-up from Compare The Market, who have gone into a lot more detail about this important subject: Safety First Safety should always be the …
March 13, 2023
Halifax Society For The Blind’s weekly update of their activities is below: Monday 13th March 2023 – 12.30 pm –14.30 pm Brighouse Group – friendly gathering of people with sight loss, friends and family for social chat, information, and games. Tuesday 14th March 2023 11.00am -12.00 noon …
March 8, 2023
Below are the main headlines from the March Macular Society e-newsletter – if you want to read more on any of them, the full newsletter is here: There is an exciting development for people living with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), as the first ever treatment for the condition …
March 1, 2023
West Yorkshire Police will be conducting voluntary roadside vision checks between 27 February – 12 March 2023 as part of a nationwide initiative to remind motorists they have a legal responsibility to ensure their vision is roadworthy every time they get behind the wheel. Regular eye tests, every …
February 25, 2023
Here are the details of all HSB’s group sessions for the coming week: Monday 27th February – 12.30pm –14.30pm Brighouse Group – friendly gathering of people with sight loss, friends and family for social chat, information, and games. Tuesday 28th February 2023 11.00am -12.00 noon …
February 16, 2023
Welcome to your February e-newsletter. We’ve got a bumper edition for you, packed with the latest news on how, together, we are Beating Macular Disease. Below are the headlines from the newsletter – to read more on any of the stories below, please see the full newsletter online here. …
February 6, 2023
Welcome to your February e-newsletter. We’ve got a bumper edition for you, packed with the latest news on how, together, we are Beating Macular Disease. Artificial intelligence, or AI seems like something out of a science fiction book! But as Dr Wen Hwa Lee told us in January’s exclusive My Macular …
January 25, 2023
If you’re struggling with certain tasks or activities due to a sensory or physical impairment, there could be equipment to help you manage and stay independent. There’s a lot available, so it’s a good idea to get advice about what could help you. The popular website Independent Age has a range of …
January 16, 2023
Happy New Year and welcome to your January e-newsletter! We’re thrilled to kick off 2023 with a very exciting webinar on Tuesday 17 January when we will welcome Dr Wen Hwa Lee, CEO of Action Against Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AAAMD). AAAMD is a collaboration between the Macular Society, …
January 12, 2023
the latest newsletter from DeafBlind UK is out. As ever, it’s mainly aimed at professionals working with Deaf-Blind people, but it contains plenty of generally useful information, plus links to their excellent website. Read Newsletter Here…
December 14, 2022
This is the Macular Society’s Newsletter – below are a list of their latest stories. You can follow them up and read more here. Welcome to your December e-newsletter – the last one of 2023! Thank you for all your support this year – through all of the challenges and twists and turns, …
December 14, 2022
Pete Hoey, Chief Officer for Halifax Society For The Blind (HSB) is to stand down at the end of December. He’s released a statement looking back at his time in the role: “I wanted to pass on my gratitude to everybody who has worked so hard to make a real difference for local people with …
December 7, 2022
Still looking for last-minute gifts and stocking fillers, perhaps for a person with a visual impairment? The RNIB have possibly got the solution – whether you want a practical present or a nice little something that supports the work they do at RNIB to make every day better for those affected by …
November 30, 2022
Read the full newsletter here New toolkits for sight loss organisations and sports clubs British Blind Sport (BBS) and the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) are pleased to announce the release of two new See Sport Differently toolkits to support sight loss organisations and sports …
November 30, 2022
Read the latest RNIB newsletter online now – read newsletter Here are a couple of their main stories: Resources for cost of living support If you’re feeling under pressure from the current cost of living crisis, we can help. We can provide practical and emotional support and assist with …
November 23, 2022
The Deaf Blind association has an excellent email newsletter – the latest edition is now out. You can read it here…
November 21, 2022
The Macular Society produce an excellent monthly newsletter. Here’s a taste of what’s in this month’s edition, which you can read here. Welcome to your November e-newsletter. You’ve told us how important raising awareness of macular disease is to you, and we’re delighted to tell …
November 15, 2022
Disability Partnership Calderdale would like to invite you along to our annual CHRISTMAS PARTY. It’s totally free to attend and includes a big Christmas buffet. Once again, we will be back at the popular Old Rishworthians Rugby Club, Copley Lane, Copley, Halifax, HX3 0UG, which is accessible …
November 10, 2022
RNIB works with geo and Energy UK to help make smart meters more accessible We’ve worked with geo and Energy UK to develop the accessible in-home display (AIHD) to make it easier for blind and partially sighted people to manage their energy usage. An AIHD works together with a smart meter and …
November 7, 2022
Reading is important. If you’re struggling to read because of your sight RNIB Reading Services offers plenty of solutions to help, whatever your reading tastes and preferences. Browse their growing collection of 30,000 books to borrow, download and listen to on your smartphone, tablet, …
November 7, 2022
Here’s the latest newsletter from the RNIB, with s great mix of stories: Get a Letter from Santa RNIB is once again helping to deliver the magic of Christmas by making sure all children with a vision impairment can receive a special festive letter. Our jolly elves work closely with Santa to …
November 7, 2022
The RNIB offer a mental wellbeing service for people with sight-loss – here’s what they say about it and there’s also a link to sign-up: While isolation, stress and loneliness can affect anyone, we know those dealing with sight loss can experience more feelings of isolation and …
November 1, 2022
Here’s the latest edition of the Halifax Society for the Blind Newsletter. Foreword from the Chair Dear Members and colleagues, welcome to our Autumn Newsletter! As the days get shorter, I start to think about my top tips for a better winter. Autumn always starts with my favourite jumper! …
November 1, 2022
Writer and editor Emma Purcell, who is visually impaired and a wheelchair user, recently wrote a very personal piece on her blog, Rock for Disability, about loneliness. Despite having good friends and family, she won’t be alone in feeling that this can be one of the hardest things about being …
October 13, 2022
As the rising cost of living continues to dominate the headlines, The Macular Society spoke to Kate Urwin, the founder and director of Yorkshire Energy Doctor. Kate offers independent advice on anything to do with energy, whether it is understanding energy bills, advice on the forthcoming price …
October 13, 2022
Welcome to your October e-newsletter. We’re really happy that we can brighten up this autumn with lots of promising updates for you, including two interesting webinars you might like to join this month. The first of this month’s My Macular and Me webinars will feature Dr Tim Corson from …
October 13, 2022
The Macular Society has a new national TV advert which launches today, raising awareness of macular disease and the importance of regular sight tests, as part of a partnership between the Macular Society and Bayer. The new ad features actress and model Dame Lesley Lawson, best known as Twiggy. The …
October 13, 2022
Every week is braille week for some people, but this week is National Braille Week, where awareness of braille and how it works are being raised. The RNIB are a great source of information on braille and they also stock a selection of our braille-related products for you. And if you’re new to …
October 6, 2022
Here’s the latest “What’s On” email from DEX, who provide events for young deaf people in West Yorkshire. There are several BSL videos to go with it! We have been busy planning all of our FREE DDYC events for the rest of this year! I have attached all of the posters to this …
September 5, 2022
This article was prepared by the Macular Society and contains many good tips, especially if you have a visual impairment. Many people living with sight loss already face additional, unavoidable costs. So, when the country is facing a cost of living crisis, this undoubtedly has more of an impact on …
September 5, 2022
September Update Welcome to your September e-newsletter. Next week we’ll be joined by renowned experts from the world of macular research who will share with you the latest developments and discoveries being made by our amazing scientists at our Hope for the Future conference. It’s not too late to …
August 24, 2022
Kane Irish Dance Group, who are based in Huddersfield are looking to form a regular Saturday lesson that is inclusive for all. they have a young blind girl who has recently joined them. Check out her latest video on YouTube
https://youtu.be/SgcSSlkE1Zo Here is the booking link for their next 4 week …
August 11, 2022
A new role which could help transform eye care services for people living with macular disease and other sight conditions, has been appointed by NHS England. Louisa Wickham, who is the medical director at Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, has been announced as the UK’s first National …
August 9, 2022
The RNIB offer free practical and emotional support to help people with sight loss deal with increasing financial pressures. People with sight loss are entitled to financial support to help with the extra costs associated with their disability. They can help you identify the financial help, tax …
August 9, 2022
The latest RNIB newsletter is available to be read in full here It covers a wide range of subjects – here are the main stories, with more information on all of them available via the full newsletter, linked above. : RNIB and Netflix bring AD to movie premiere Netflix and RNIB worked together …
July 13, 2022
Have a go day – Tenpin Bowling 22nd July 10.00 12.00 – if you are interested in coming along, meeting new people and enjoying a fun and competitive game of bowling. Get in touch with Tina at the Halifax Blind Society on Tel- 01422 – 352383. There will be prizes and a free soft drink for …
July 6, 2022
Over the past few years, writer and editor Emma Purcell has been running a petition to make audio descriptions available on all films, TV shows and streaming services. So far, it has reached almost 3,500 signatures, but it needs thousands more. Here, Emma shares 5 reasons why audio description is …
July 6, 2022
Welcome to your July newsletter. Firstly, thank you for all your support across Macular Week 2022. Together we succeeded in raising funds for vital research and awareness of macular disease and the impact it has on so many of our lives. This month we share more of the news from Macular week, …
June 30, 2022
Mr Dave Manning from The Fire Prevention Service gave a fascinating talk on fire safety to our 28 June 2022 Open Meeting. He covered a huge range of topics, including Safe & Well visits, where they visit those at most risk from fire and give them advice and practical support. There’s more …
June 30, 2022
Contact HSB Call HSB’s office: 01422 352383 Email:
info@halifaxblindsociety.org.uk Write: 36 Clare Road, Halifax, HX1 2HX Website:
http://www.halifaxblindsociety.org.uk Halifax Society for the Blind CIO is a registered charity (No 1197353) Download PDF and Word versions of this newsletter Look Out! June …
June 16, 2022
New research could lead to a treatment for both wet and dry AMD: Scientists at The University of Manchester have identified those who are at risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), based on their genes, and discovered underlying changes in the tissue of these otherwise healthy …
May 24, 2022
As part of Volunteer Week 2022, Halifax Society For The Blind will be holding a Volunteering Open Day on Tuesday 7th June, between 10am and 2.30pm, at their new premises (7 Southgate, Halifax). This event is not just about their existing volunteering offer, which they’ll be showcasing on the day. …
May 9, 2022
Welcome to your May e-newsletter. Macular disease can often feel like an unknown condition among the wider public and that is why we are so grateful to you for continuing to spread the word. Thanks to your support great strides have been made over the last few years to push the importance of our …
April 20, 2022
The Naidex exhibition is an event for independent living and supporting the disabled community, showcasing wide-ranging solutions to improve mobility and accessibility, the latest innovations and tech, and explores the future of digital and physical accessibility. Naidex is for everyone. The event …
April 5, 2022
Welcome to your April e-newsletter. While we continue to experience our own challenging times at home and hear about those happening in the world around us, we wanted to let you know we are thinking of you; and we hope you and your loved ones are keeping safe and well. Thank you for continuing to …
March 23, 2022
The lifting of Covid-19 restrictions is lifting my stress level up: Almost all Covid-19 restrictions have been or soon will be lifted across the UK. Our writer Raya, who has muscular dystrophy and respiratory failure, talks about why she is frightened about the changes and concerned about the …
March 23, 2022
Do you know what red and white means? Did you know that someone with a red and white cane or assistant dog harness is deafblind? Read more about red and white canes here. Deafblindness: Spotting the signs. Thousands of people in the UK are living with sight and hearing loss, but how can you tell …
March 21, 2022
Halifax Society For The Blind Newsletter – 18th March 2022 MORECAMBE DAY TRIP and other brief updates. Firstly, I hope this letter finds you in good health. At HSB we are well into planning what we hope will be a lovely new building in Halifax town centre. You may have heard that we’re …
March 7, 2022
Welcome to your March e-newsletter. As we try to keep up with what’s been happening in the news over the last few weeks, we hope you are looking after yourself and would like to take this opportunity to share our solidarity with all those caught up in the recent events in Ukraine and their …
March 7, 2022
Blind Parents UK are a peer support organisation for blind and visually impaired parents and parents-to-be. Here’s what they say about themselves and their services: Our services are completely free and offered by our dedicated team of volunteers, all of whom have a visual impairment …
February 28, 2022
Welcome to February’s newsletter. This edition features new activity cards, UK CMOs’ disabled children’s activity guidelines and a new research project. New activity cards deliver inclusive, challenging, and fun PE sessions Activity Alliance and partners release series of …
February 28, 2022
Covid restrictions removed The Government has removed nearly all Covid restrictions as of 24 February 2022. Staff and students in most education and childcare settings no longer need to undertake twice weekly asymptomatic testing. Rules requiring self-isolation following a positive test have been …
February 8, 2022
Welcome to your February e-newsletter. Thank you for joining us once again and sharing our hope for the future for everyone living with, or supporting someone with macular disease. This month we are excited to share two new developments in research and treatment for both wet and dry age-related …
February 4, 2022
Below you’ll find the latest newsletter from Halifax Society for the Blind, downloadable in three formats. Here’s their intro, which gives you a good idea of what’s inside: We hope this newsletter finds you well. It seems like there’s lots of water under the bridge since our …
January 28, 2022
One of Calderdale’s Social Prescribing Link Workers from the Lower Valley, Ella Fairbrother recently went to meet Katherine Bland, Visual Impairment Team and Michelle Gerrard, Hearing Impairment Team at The Glenholme Re-source Centre, Elland where they are currently based. Ella wanted to know …
January 28, 2022
If you encounter obstructions on pavements in Calderdale and wish to report them, these are your options: Vehicles Obstructions caused by parked vehicles should be reported to the police on their non-emergency number by telephoning 101. Calderdale Council do not have the power to move parked …
January 23, 2022
9 winter warmers to help you deal with the cold if you have a disability: Many disabled people find cold temperatures a struggle due to lack of mobility or poor circulation. Disability and lifestyle blogger Gemma Orton, who lives with spinal muscular atrophy, shares her winter warmers to help you …
January 17, 2022
Welcome to the Professional’s Update from Deafblind UK. Top tips for clear speech Don’t miss our useful guide to help you communicate more effectively with people living with sight and hearing loss. Read more here Our support for carers We offer a wide range of support to carers, …
January 17, 2022
News Disabled boy becomes youngest ever recipient in New Year Honours A Disabled boy who has cerebral palsy and autism is to become the youngest person to receive the British Empire Medal (BEM). Tobias Weller has been given the award in recognition of his fundraising efforts during lockdown. He has …
January 17, 2022
January Update Welcome to your January e-newsletter and Happy New Year! While this month is often a quiet one following December’s festivities, there’s already lots going on in the world of eye health and macular disease that we’re excited to share with you. Despite a very frenetic start to the …
December 8, 2021
December Update Welcome to your December e-newsletter. Christmas is a time when many of us reflect on the past year – and for us, once again, the kindness, compassion and care you have shown with your support in Beating Macular Disease has made us feel thankful and truly blessed. You have …
December 8, 2021
Check out our Christmas articles… It’s now December and officially time to start celebrating all things Christmas. Our writer and editor, Emma Purcell, has just shared 10 Christmas memories growing up with a disability, but we have many more Christmas stories too, including tips for …
November 26, 2021
Professional’s Update November 2021 Welcome to the Professional’s Update from Deafblind UK. This is the organisation’s excellent e-newsletter. Forthcoming events Visit our website to discover a range of interesting events coming up soon, including “Leeds For All – …
November 22, 2021
New videos for Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for children DWP is committed to making communications clear and accessible to all. As part of this commitment, we have made four short videos about DLA for children. They provide a clear and simple overview of the four stages of a DLA for children …
November 18, 2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HGuj-wUM0J4 This Christmas, The Victoria Theatre Halifax is putting on the biggest panto of them all, the fabulous Jack and the Beanstalk. It will run from Saturday 11 December 21 – Sunday 2 January 22 and there will be Signed and Relaxed Performances included in the …
November 8, 2021
November Update Welcome to your November e-newsletter. A huge thank you to everyone who encouraged their MP to attend the Westminster Eye Health Day which marked World Sight Day last month. You made it a great success! Read on to find out more about the fantastic number of parliamentarians who came …
October 25, 2021
Halifax Society for the Blind will be holding a Christmas Fair at the Maurice Jagger Centre, Lister St, Halifax HX1 1UZ (near Sainsburys and the Bus Station in central Halifax) on Wednesday 17th November from 2pm to 4pm …
October 17, 2021
Meeting date: 30 September 2021 Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm Location: Microsoft Teams Meeting Project team attendees • Mark Auger – West Yorkshire Combined Authority • Erica Ward – West Yorkshire Combined Authority • Andrew Bradley – West Yorkshire Combined Authority • Steve Smith – Calderdale Council …
October 11, 2021
To mark Hate Crime Awareness Week – 10-17 October – we have produced a series of videos that look at the issue of Hate Crime and at how to recognise it, how to report it and how the Safe Places scheme offers refuge and support for victims of Hate Crimes. Working with Lead the Way, West …
September 27, 2021
The latest edition of Look Out! – HSB’s newsletter is now out. Ldownload: Look Out! Sept ’21 (pdf) Inside this issue, you’ll find out about:- A major announcement about the fantastic new premises that HSB will be moving to soon, An inspirational story of travelling abroad, Important updates …
September 16, 2021
September 2021 Welcome to the Professional’s Update from Deafblind UK. If you have any feedback about this email, or if there is anything specific that you would like to read about then please contact us. Deafblind Convention 2021 – Living better with sight and hearing loss Where else …
September 4, 2021
Welcome to your September e-newsletter. It is hard to believe it is September already and the summer, despite being a rather grey one, has almost finished. Weather aside, we hope you’ve been able to enjoy a break, or catch up on missed time with friends and loved ones. September is always a busy …
August 31, 2021
You’re invited to the Deafblind Convention 2021 – Living better with sight and hearing loss 7th October, 9am – 5pm Free – click here to register today! Yes, that’s right, Deafblind UK is hosting the UK’s first virtual deafblind convention and we’d love you to join us from the …
August 23, 2021
Tell us how your work has been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic With a lot of disabled people shielding and businesses struggling, work has been tricky for many during this time. To understand how it has impacted disabled people’s work, we’ve partnered with Leonard Cheshire to create a …
August 23, 2021
Access to Work – Overview Access to Work is a publicly funded employment support programme that aims to help more disabled people start or stay in work. It can provide practical and financial support if you have a disability or long term physical or mental health condition. An Access to Work …
August 9, 2021
Welcome to the Professional’s Update from Deafblind UK. If you have any feedback about this email, or if there is anything specific that you would like to read about then please contact us. Deafblind Convention 2021 – Living better with sight and hearing loss This virtual event will be …
August 9, 2021
Welcome to your August e-newsletter. Even if the weather isn’t quite up to scratch, we hope you are enjoying being able to spend precious time with loved ones once more. After what we have all experienced over the last 18 months, it is more crucial than ever to highlight the importance of our …
August 2, 2021
Welcome to the July edition of the Halifax Society for the Blind Activities Update. Exciting times, we have some face-to-face activities to tell you about this time! We are continuing to run phone-based and online groups as well though, so hopefully there’s something for everyone. HSB Activities …
July 20, 2021
Halifax Society for the Blind wish to recruit an innovative and person-centred Activities Coordinator on a permanent contract (£20,952pa pro rata for 25 hours per week). Here’s what their job advert has to say about the role: As registered charity we’ve been providing support to local people …
July 19, 2021
Fresh out is Halifax Society For The Blind’s latest edition of Look Out!, their newsletter. This edition is also produced as a text file for those using screen-reader software, and can be translated into braille or audio on request. For more information, you can also visit their website …
July 19, 2021
The Clinical Council for Eye Health Commissioning (CCEHC) has published the findings of their recent Impact survey on the commissioning and provision of low vision assessment services in England. The impact of Covid-19 has resulted in many low vision assessment clinics being cancelled, and …
July 12, 2021
The walking charity, Living Streets, is running a “Cut the Clutter” campaign, calling for local authorities to prioritise clearing footways and pavements through measures including (but not limited to): 1. Banning all A-board advertising on the pavement 2. Putting in place plans and …
July 12, 2021
LAST CHANCE to take our survey on disability hate crime Our survey on disability hate crime, in partnership with Leonard Cheshire, will be closing this week, so this is your LAST CHANCE to have your say and make your voice heard. The results will help us to highlight the issues with disability hate …
July 5, 2021
This survey is being circulated by our friends at the Halifax Society for the Blind. Dear Members, Supporters, Colleagues and Partners, we hope you are well, and getting some sunshine and feeling good about getting out and about. Whilst you’re increasingly thinking of this, we’ve been putting …
July 5, 2021
Welcome to your July e-newsletter. Firstly, a big, big thank you to everyone who supported us in Macular Week. Every year we are overwhelmed by how many of you show your support, in so many different ways. It is so inspiring seeing you get involved and help spread the word about macular disease, …
July 5, 2021
The BBC has set up a new disability team, to include Cbeebies presenter Cerrie Burnell in the role of Disability Ambassador, Kay Ashton MBE as Creative Diversity Disability Lead, and Nichola Garde as Project Manager of Elevate, a recruitment programme for Disabled people. Cerrie Burnell will work …
June 28, 2021
We, at Disability Partnership Calderdale, in conjunction with Halifax Society for the Blind, recently ran a Focus Group looking at ‘Improving hospital services for people with sight loss’. We are now ready to share the feedback we received, which has been positively and gratefully received by the …
June 17, 2021
Deafblind Awareness Week takes place from 27th June to 3rd July and DeafBlind UK are asking everyone to tell one person about deafblindness! “You don’t look blind” During Deafblind Awareness Week, Deafblind UK will be sharing a series of videos called ” My …
June 17, 2021
You are invited to a ‘Have a go’ Bowling session at Pennine Bowling Club, Organised by Halifax Society for the Blind and Pennine Bowling Club On Tuesday 29th June at 11am At Wellholme Park, Brighouse Have you ever wanted to try flat green bowling? Come along to their taster session and give it a …
June 17, 2021
Below is a link to download Halifax Society For the Blind’s latest edition of their newsletter, Look Out! In this edition, they share plans for resuming face to face services when the general easing of Covid19 restrictions occurs. They had a marvellous Volunteer Week piece, with feedback …
June 14, 2021
First Steps is a project conceived by British Blind Sport to empower and encourage children with a visual impairment between the ages of 3 – 11 years old to develop their early developmental movement skills and to become physically active. While many schools offer PE to encourage children to engage …
June 7, 2021
June Update Welcome to your June e-newsletter, and happy Volunteers’ Week! A huge thank you to all of our incredible volunteers who have continued to deliver such a valuable service over the past 18 months. This month could spell the end of coronavirus restrictions for much of the UK. However you …
June 7, 2021
Twelve deaf, neurodivergent and disabled artists based across the UK have been commissioned to produce new film and audio works for BBC platforms this summer, which is part of BBC Arts’ Culture in Quarantine initiative. In addition, from the 14th to 18th June 2021, BBC Radio 3 will be broadcasting …
June 7, 2021
As we start to come out of lockdown and move towards our new ‘normal’, Disability Horizons. the online magazine, has been reflecting on the last year and how it has affected disabled people. One positive to come out of the Coronavirus pandemic is that the availability and growth of …
June 2, 2021
The Disability Rights Handbook is now online We are delighted to announce the launch of a new digital version of the Disability Rights Handbook 46th Edition 2021-2022. Created to support remote working, this enhanced version of our flagship publication is an essential resource for all professional …
June 2, 2021
This is the latest newsletter of the Activity Alliance, who work for equality in sport for people with disabilities. Activity Alliance News Welcome to May’s newsletter. This edition features our new strategy, Achieving Fairness, and the new campaign, Football Your Way. New strategy …
May 26, 2021
This Press Release is from Hebden Bridge Disability Access Forum, supported by Halifax Society for the Blind and Disability Partnership Calderdale. Disabled people in Hebden Bridge and throughout Calderdale are stepping up their campaign for the banning of A boards and other obstructions on our …
May 14, 2021
HSB Activities Walking Group news Thanks to everyone who showed an interest in a walking group and gave feedback about what sort of walks you might like. We are looking into partnering with other groups who already go out walking, and will update you as soon as we are clearer about how this will …
May 4, 2021
A prototype of the first accessible pregnancy test has been unveiled by the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) to help blind and visually impaired women know their results privately for the first time. In a campaign looking to promote and raise awareness of accessible design, it is …
March 13, 2023Here’s the March newsletter of DeafBlind UK – a link to the full newsletter is at the foot of the article. What is the emotional impact of sight and hearing loss? Meet Tracey – who, at 62, was finding her sight and hearing loss was taking a toll on her mental health. Find out how …
March 13, 2023Halifax Society For The Blind’s weekly update of their activities is below: Monday 13th March 2023 – 12.30 pm –14.30 pm Brighouse Group – friendly gathering of people with sight loss, friends and family for social chat, information, and games. Tuesday 14th March 2023 11.00am -12.00 noon …
March 1, 2023West Yorkshire Police will be conducting voluntary roadside vision checks between 27 February – 12 March 2023 as part of a nationwide initiative to remind motorists they have a legal responsibility to ensure their vision is roadworthy every time they get behind the wheel. Regular eye tests, every …
January 25, 2023If you’re struggling with certain tasks or activities due to a sensory or physical impairment, there could be equipment to help you manage and stay independent. There’s a lot available, so it’s a good idea to get advice about what could help you. The popular website Independent Age has a range of …
November 30, 2022Read the full newsletter here New toolkits for sight loss organisations and sports clubs British Blind Sport (BBS) and the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) are pleased to announce the release of two new See Sport Differently toolkits to support sight loss organisations and sports …
February 28, 2022Welcome to February’s newsletter. This edition features new activity cards, UK CMOs’ disabled children’s activity guidelines and a new research project. New activity cards deliver inclusive, challenging, and fun PE sessions Activity Alliance and partners release series of …