Join OpenSight’s Vibrant Social Clubs: Where Community and Friendship Thrive At OpenSight, our network of warm and welcoming social clubs is designed to bring people together in a supportive, inclusive environment. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, enjoy lively entertainment, or simply connect with others who understand the challenges of living with a Vision […]
Empowering Independence: OpenSight’s Active Age groups for People Who Are Blind or Vision Impaired For adults who are blind or vision impaired, the journey can be emotionally overwhelming. Unlike children or older adults, individuals of working age often feel a deep sense of anger, confusion, and grief over the loss of their independence and the […]
Unlocking Possibilities with Assistive Technology: Support for People Who Are Blind or Vision Impaired In today’s world, technology plays a vital role in helping people with low vision stay connected, maintain independence, and enjoy their favourite activities. Even if you’re not naturally drawn to technology, many of our service users have found that learning a […]
Accessing Benefits: Support for People Who Are Blind or Vision Impaired If you are registered as blind or partially sighted, you may be entitled to financial support and other assistance to help with challenges related to your vision impairment. Some benefits are means-tested, which take into account your income and savings, while others are non-means-tested […]
Low Vision Assessments: Enhancing Independence for People Who Are Blind or Partially Sighted A Low Vision Assessment (LVA) is a comprehensive evaluation designed to assess how reduced vision affects your daily life and to develop strategies that help you maintain independence. At OpenSight, our highly trained Independent Living Advisors work closely with you to understand […]
What do we see? How the world looks to blind and partially sighted people – video by Thomas Pocklington Trust
Optometrists Services across England expand as The College of Optometrists’ survey shows 22% of people noticed their vision get worse over the course of lockdown. The College of Optometrists advice on avoiding eye strain: Apply the 20-20-20 rule – every 20 minutes look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. That will give your […]
There are many advantages of being Registered due to sight loss. Regrettably, it is an undeniable fact that the reason for someone to be Registered is because their vision has become significantly poor and may be facing many concerns and anxieties this presents. For someone who is experiencing sight loss there is practical and financial […]
Did you know if you are blind or severely sight impaired you are entitled to a 50% concession on the cost of your TV License? Your license will also cover anyone who lives with you. To apply, make a photocopy of your Certificate of Visual Impairment (CVI) from your local authority or ophthalmologist indicating that […]
