Our Moving Forward Course returns this November with three friendly online sessions offering practical information, advice and skills for blind and partially sighted people.

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, adjusting to changes in your sight or simply looking to build your confidence and learn new skills, the course covers different aspects of everyday life with sight loss.

The course runs on Mondays from 23 November to 7 December, from 2pm to 3.15pm on Zoom. Each week focuses on a different area, from getting out and about safely to making everyday devices easier to use and exploring specialist equipment and opportunities to stay active and connected.

Every session is designed to be relaxed and welcoming, with plenty of space to learn at your own pace.

Course schedule

Session 1 – First Steps: Introduction to Rehabilitation and Getting Out and About

Monday 23 November, 2pm to 3.15pm

Find out about rehabilitation support, practical skills for getting around safely and the help available from local services.

Session 2 – Bigger, Bolder, Brighter: Everyday Smart Access

Monday 30 November, 2pm to 3.15pm

Explore simple ways to make reading, writing and using everyday devices easier, including magnification, contrast, text size and voice control.

Session 3 – Specialist Technology and Staying Social, Staying Active

Monday 7 December, 2pm to 3.15pm

Discover specialist technology, accessible apps and useful equipment, alongside ideas and opportunities for staying connected, active and involved.

We encourage participants to attend all three sessions to get the most from the course. However, if there is a particular session that interests you, you are very welcome to attend just that one.

The course is free and takes place online via Zoom.

How to register

To book your place, call us on 0117 322 4885 or email info@sightsupportwest.org.uk.

You can also find out more about each session on our Moving Forward event listings pages