As many as a million Adults in the UK experience a level of sight loss which significantly affects their ability to see and read clearly.
Some 88% of these are aged 60 or over, the majority of who have become visually impaired in adulthood and this figure is increasing in line with demographic trends towards a longer life expectancy.
Evidence shows that the needs of this group frequently go unrecognised, and therefore un-addressed. In many cases, sight declines gradually and is perceived as "Just part of getting older", rather than as a disability.
Those working with older people should be alert to signs which may indicate a sight problem. Many older adults are reluctant to disclose their visual impairment and, even if they do, are unlikely to have had a full assessment of their needs.
The information below provides links to Support Groups,Trusts, Charities and Individuals that will understand and offer HelpSupport and Guidance.
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Website: www.visionaid.org
Serving the visually disadvantaged in Under-Served Areas.
Welcome to our web site. Our mission at Next Up Technologies is to bring new and interesting technologies and applications to the Internet community. Talking software is our focus and we are developing a series of programs for the PC and portable platforms.
We are the UK's leading charity offering information, support and advice to over two million people with sight problems. Our pioneering work helps anyone with a sight problem – not just with Braille and Talking Books, but with imaginative and practical solutions to everyday challenges. We fight for Equal Rightsfor people with sight problems. We fund pioneering research into preventing and treating eye disease. Our projects such as Talk and Support and Parents’ Place make a difference to peoples lives.
We aim to make computers accessible and enjoyable to use for everyone, especially those people who do not have standard requirements. We stock a range of unique products that will improve the way that you use your computer.
Blind in Business is a charity based in the City of
Action for Blind People is a dynamic national charity founded in 1857. We are one of the largest charities in the UK working with blind and partially sighted people to enable them to transform their lives. Every year we provide direct support for more than 22,000 visually impaired people. Our mission is to inspire change and create opportunities to enable blind and partially sighted people to have equal voice and equal choice.
British Blind Sport (BBS) is a national registered charity based in Leamington Spa. Since its beginnings as a registered charity in 1976, British Blind Sport has become the leading voice for visually impaired people in the world of sport and leisure, both at home and internationally. The work of the charity enables visually impaired people to have the same opportunities as sighted people to access and enjoy sport and recreational activities in the UK.
BCAB is an organisation of visually impaired people who use Information and Communications Technology (ICT). Our members range from experienced computer professionals to people who are beginning to explore the use of Information and Communications Technology for leisure, study or employment.
The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association wants a world in which all people who are blind and partially-sighted enjoy the same rights, opportunities and responsibilities as everyone else. Our mission is to provide guide dogs, mobility and other rehabilitation services that meet the needs of blind and partially-sighted people.
The object of the Royal Blind Society today – as for the last 140 years – is the relief of people who are blind or partially sighted and in charitable need. It fulfils this objective by giving cash grants to provide essential support for those on low incomes and by providing a range of holidays and leisure opportunities.
Our purpose is to enable individuals who are blind or partially sighted with additional disabilities to achieve their full potential. SeeAbility enables people to realise opportunities, make choices and enhance their quality of life.
The Talking Newspaper Association of the United Kingdom (TNAUK) was set up in 1974, initially as a membership organisation serving the needs of the rapidly growing network of local talking newspapers throughout Great Britain. It to concentrate exclusively on its primary purpose of serving as national newsagent for blind and partially sighted people and others for whom print is not an accessible medium.
Website: www.nextup.com
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Website: www.rnib.org.uk
Website: www.able2use.com
Website: www.actionforblindpeople.org.uk
Website: www.britishblindsport.org.uk
Website: www.bcab.org.uk
Website: www.guidedogs.org.uk
Website: www.seeability.org