As the colder months roll in, scam activity is rising fast and many of these attempts are specifically targeting TV Licensing customers. At OpenSight, we’re committed to keeping our community safe, informed and empowered, especially when it comes to protecting personal information. To support this, we’re amplifying TV Licensing’s STOP, CHECK, ASK campaign. It’s a simple, practical framework that helps you […]
OpenSight is delighted to be piloting Community Connections Basingstoke, a new local project designed to make it easier for people with sight loss to access timely, specialist support close to home. From early January to April, OpenSight will be based at The Orchard, home of Basingstoke Voluntary Action, offering friendly, free support to vision-impaired residents […]
Help & Care and Wessex Cancer Alliance are undertaking a project to understand whether people would use a smartphone app called SkinVision to check for changes to their skin. The app is designed to spot early signs of skin cancer and help people decide when to see a doctor. The project team want to know […]
OpenSight is excited to be offering a new internship through the Get Set Progress programme, a national initiative run by Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) in partnership with RNIB. This internship is designed to support blind and partially sighted people into meaningful employment within the charity and sight loss sector. If you’re looking to build valuable […]
The latest Second Sight magazine from OpenSight is out now — packed with inspiring stories, practical advice and uplifting moments from across Hampshire’s sight loss community. In this autumn edition, highlights include: Marion’s story, aged 97, who rediscovered her independence after learning the Steady Eye Technique. “Insights – Living Your Best Life with Sight Loss”, […]
Are you blind or partially sighted? Do you live in Hampshire? Do you have a desire to improve accessibility for blind and partially sighted people? The Hampshire Sight Loss Council (SLC) is approaching its 1st anniversary and we’re now seeking some new volunteers to join them. As a volunteer, you will support us with making […]
Week 7: From Salzburg to the Alps Week seven was all about shifting gears — from city exploring to family time and finally tackling the Alps head-on. Friday took Steve, Eva, and ten-year-old Danny into Salzburg for a day of sightseeing. The city’s rich history, beautiful streets and lively atmosphere gave them a welcome pause […]
Week 5: Taking the Pressure Off and Living in the Moment Since their last update, the road has offered both challenges and small victories. The bike parts they were waiting for failed to arrive on Friday as expected, leaving the weekend in limbo. On Monday, they chased up the tracking details with Haas Health, expecting […]
OpenSight is seeking new Trustees to join our Board and help guide the charity through an exciting new chapter. We’re looking for individuals with a broad range of skills, knowledge and experience to complement our existing Board. While experience in areas such as business, commercial management or eye health would be especially valuable, we welcome […]
Members of the Romsey Social Club recently enjoyed an unforgettable outing on the Solent Dolphin – Alison MacGregor, a purpose-built catamaran designed to give disabled people the chance to experience the excitement of life on the water. The Alison MacGregor is based at Hythe Marina and runs free trips from May through September. With space […]
