Four Years as CEO!
Our CEO, Keith Eales, reflects on his first 4 years leading a charity supporting those with sight loss across Warwickshire.
Category General Interest
AMD Awareness month: From uncertainty to purpose
Keith Eales, our CEO, shares his personal journey with sight loss and how his experience ignited his passion to help others in a similar position. February is Low Vision and AMD Awareness Month, and for me, it strikes a very…
Volunteering – a role with real impact!
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…
A Paralympic Collaboration
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…
A guide to making entertainment more accessible
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…
Simple ways to make your home work for you if you’re visually impaired.
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 Visually Impaired Cook
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…
Shopping as a Visually Impaired Person
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,…
Supporting a Loved One with Sight Loss – The Do’s and Don’ts
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…
Navigating the Built Environment with Visual Impairment
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…