Welcome to Sight Support West of England

If you’re blind or partially sighted, or starting to experience changes in your vision, we’re here with information, advice and a wide range of services to help you stay independent, active and enjoying what matters to you.

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How We Can Help

Looking for advice or information about living with sight loss? Find out how our services and resources can support you.

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Newly Diagnosed?

If you're adjusting to a new diagnosis, we’re here with information, emotional support and advice to help you move forward.

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Information and Resources

Practical guides, tips and trusted information to help you live with sight loss – covering daily life, technology, health, employment and more.

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Up-coming events in your area, from information and advice sessions to social groups and sporting events.

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Coming this autumn: Local and Online Meet-ups

Coming this autumn: Local and Online Meet-ups

New Local and Online Meet-ups are coming this autumn. Enjoy relaxed local gatherings or join themed online discussions designed for working age blind and partially sighted adults.

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New digital skills courses covering accessibility features and screen readers

New digital skills courses covering accessibility features and screen readers

New Digital Skills courses will help blind and partially sighted people use smartphones and tablets with accessibility features or screen readers.

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For every £1 spent, we receive 50p towards our services. And if you hit the £25,000 jackpot, we also get £2,500! Everyone’s a winner!

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