Communication and technology articles
Podcasts
More and more people are enjoying podcasts but with so many podcasts out there, it can be hard to know where to start, here are a few suggestions to get you started.
Making your communications accessible: Best practice guidance for organisations
A practical guide for businesses and organisations on how to make written materials, signage and digital content accessible for people with sight loss.
Oh, I see what you’re saying! How audio description brings the world to life
So much of what we enjoy in our leisure time is visual: TV, films, theatre, art and sport. If you are living with sight loss, you might think this is...
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Tips and Tricks for Reading and Writing
Ten quick tips for reading and writing. From magnifiers and lighting, to audiobooks, writing guides and large print calendars.
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Support Groups and Services Taking Place Across the Region
Find details of regular support groups and serivices that take place locally and online.
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Making TV more accessible: Audio description and other tools for better viewing
TVs and streaming services can be more accessible than you think. Learn how to use audio description, screen magnification, and voice guidance to make watching easier.
Travel Apps for Bus Journeys
Travel Apps can help you plan your journey by entering your destination into the search box, the App will then give you a route plan, including bus numbers and departure times.
Making Technology Work for You – Devices that can help
Practically every new phone, tablet or computer has built-in accessibility functions which can make a real difference to people with sight loss. Read this brief summary of some of the devices which can help.
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Technology in Your Pocket
So many of us have a smart phone or tablet sat on the table next to us or in our pockets, but are we all making the most of them? There are a few simple things you can do to make your device work for you.
“Be My Eyes” App
Alun Davies reviews this must have App for blind and partially sighted people. I have been totally blind since 1978. In 2015 I discovered the iPhone and this I told...
Making Technology Work For You – Built in technology
Your everyday technology (e.g. mobile phone / tablet) has a large range of built in features you can use to help with the challenges sight loss can pose.
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Reading Independently
No matter what level of sight you have, there are ways in which we can help you to remain an independent reader.
Making Tech Work for you – Travel Apps
Travel apps can help with planning and safely navigating your journey - find out more.
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Making Tech Work for You – Online Shopping
Marc Gulwell, our Sight Loss Advisor Manager writes about how shopping online has helped him. As someone registered blind, one of the most difficult things I have found to do...
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Technology Guides
Have a look through our range of accessible guides to help you make the most of the technology you have in your home.