Information & Advice
At OpenSight, we are passionate about empowering individuals with the resources they need to lead fulfilling lives.
Our team provides personalised support, innovative tools, and comprehensive guidance to help those with vision impairments thrive.
Low Vision Assessments
A Low Vision Assessment (LVA) is a comprehensive evaluation designed to assess how reduced vision affects your daily life and to develop strategies to help you maintain your independence. During the assessment, our highly trained Independent Living Advisors will work closely with you to understand the specific challenges you face and to tailor solutions that address your unique needs.
We also offer personalised guidance on navigating eye conditions, enhancing mobility, using technology and accessing audio resources. Our aim is to make a meaningful difference with continuous support.
A Low Vision Assessment (LVA) is a comprehensive evaluation designed to assess how reduced vision affects your daily life and to develop strategies to help you maintain your independence.
We also offer personalised guidance on navigating eye conditions, enhancing mobility, using technology and accessing audio resources. Our aim is to make a meaningful difference with continuous support.
Unlock Your Benefits with OpenSight’s Expert Support
In 2023/2024, OpenSight secured a life-changing total of £422,032 in benefits. If you are registered as vision impaired, you could be entitled to financial and practical support to help address challenges caused by your disability.
OpenSight’s Benefits Advisor is here to assist people of all ages with:
- Attendance Allowance for those over 65.
- Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for individuals under 65 who have required assistance for at least six months and hold a Certificate of Vision Impairment.
Don’t miss out on the support you’re entitled to – contact us today and let OpenSight help you unlock the benefits you deserve!
You can also contact us to schedule an appointment.
Assistive Technology
Technology is becoming an essential part of day-to-day life for people with low vision.
We provide support for those living with visual impairment to get the most out of their smartphones, iPads, and tablets. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a regular user, we can provide support and training.
This includes:
- Support to help you get online and access new technology
- Training in how to use smartphones and tablets with either screen reading or magnification software
- Introduction to apps which can help with daily tasks such as reading labels, navigation, and public transport
Call us now to book your appointment, or click here:
Contact Us
Want to find out about further support? Please get in touch today.
Local Information Hubs
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Information Hubs
We host monthly information hub sessions at various venues across the county which provide visitors with the chance to meet our friendly and knowledgeable staff in person, without needing an appointment or having to travel long distances to unfamiliar places.
Our Information Hubs are places where people with sight loss can get practical help and learn to use technology to make the best use of the sight they have, which will make a massive difference to their mental wellbeing. We would encourage anyone with friends or relatives who are blind or partially sighted to let them know about this new service and to come along.
Our team is ready to assist with all matters related to sight problems, including questions about aids, equipment, daily living issues, and statutory benefits.
We host monthly information hub sessions at various venues across the county which provide visitors with the chance to meet our friendly and knowledgeable staff in person, without needing an appointment or having to travel long distances to unfamiliar places.
Our team is ready to assist with all matters related to sight problems, including questions about aids, equipment, daily living issues, and statutory benefits.
