Sight loss awareness day to be held in Chichester

4SVS and Blind Veterans UK will be joined by a number of key organisations including the Blatchington Court Trust, the RNIB, Look UK, the Macular Society (Chichester Group), the Thomas Pocklington Trust and the WSCC ROVI Team (Rehabilitation Officers for the Visually Impaired). During the day, attendees will be able to talk to these organisations, understand what they do and find out how they can provide support. There is also an opportunity to learn about general good eye health and the chance to try out sim specs, which replicate a number of sight loss conditions, in order to promote awareness of visual impairment.

4Sight Vision Support CEO Kirstie Thomas commented, “We are delighted to be co-hosting this event and welcome so many other key organisations who provide help and support for those living with sight loss. We invite everyone to come along to find out more about what practical help is available in the county.”

This drop-in event is being held at the Jubilee Hall, New Park Community Centre, Chichester on Tuesday, September 12, from 1-3pm. Attendance is free and refreshments are included. The event is being held in the run up to National Eye Health Week from 18 – 24 September, a nationwide awareness week which promotes the importance of good eye health and the need for regular eye health checks for all.

For further information contact 4Sight Vision Support 01243 838001, email [email protected] or visit www.4sight.org.uk/sight-loss-awareness-day-september-23 Further information about Blind Veterans UK can be found at www.blindveterans.org.uk