The work we do is built on the belief that sight loss shouldn’t ever mean losing independence or connection. Our team delivers services that support people living with visual impairments across Warwickshire, but much of our work simply wouldn’t be…
Earlier this year, we had the privilege of working with the Paralympics Heritage Trust to create audio descriptions for their recent exhibition. Warwickshire Vision Support were approached by the Paralympics Heritage Trust to help them with an exhibition being held…
Being visually impaired doesn’t mean you have to miss out on experiencing your favourite band, football team or theatre show. Many venues across the UK offer special arrangements for people with disabilities, including sight loss, to ensure an enjoyable and…
Living with sight loss may mean your home may need some adjustments to ensure you can continue to live safely and independently. Making a few simple changes can vastly improve your daily life. Maximising Natural Light One of the easiest…
The prospect of preparing and cooking a meal can be daunting for some visually impaired (VI) people. But, with a little thought and planning, it’s possible to produce great results. The Kitchen For those who have some residual sight, good…
Living independently as a visually impaired (VI) person presents many challenges and shopping is one of the most significant – from navigating crowded aisles to reading product labels, there are numerous obstacles. However, with thoughtful planning and the right tools,…
When a loved one is diagnosed with sight loss, you want to help – but what’s the best way to do that? And what are the pitfalls you need to avoid? Of course, every situation is different but there are…
In a previous discussion, I touched upon the unique challenges of using public transport when you’re visually impaired. However, the journey begins long before one reaches the bus stop or train station. Let’s delve deeper into the challenges of navigating…
The debate around the proposed closure of railway station ticket offices got me thinking about the whole subject of using public transport as a visually impaired person. I am pretty lucky as I am a reasonably independent person who is…