Vision West of England

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Vision West of England provide support for people with and at risk of sight loss through direct provision and working with a range of partners, to improve the quality of life for blind and partially sighted people and increase their individual independence.

Vision West of England will also develop an increased knowledge and understanding of the prevention and alleviation of sight loss across the area and develop good practice.

Vision West of England’s mission is to put the needs and aspirations of blind and partially sighted people first, helping create a world in which people living with sight loss can access the services they need within their own communities, in a way that best suits their needs and aspirations.

Putting blind and partially sighted people at the heart of what Vision West of England do, providing person centred individualised support to improve their quality of life whilst increasing independence with a range of activities including:

• Information, advice & support
• Peer support
• Resources and technology
• Family support
• Social activities
• Self-advocacy
• Training, awareness and knowledge
• Developing good practice
• With activities delivered through five work streams
• Independent living
• Networks & advocacy
• Training & self-awareness
• Partnerships & development