Action for Blind People

Action for Blind People is a national charity which provides  support for blind and visually impaired people in all aspects of their lives.

Action for Blind People (part of the RNIB group) have been invaluable source of help and guidance since I was first diagnosed as Visually Impaired.  They are my first port of call when I have any questions and provide help and support with adapting to sight loss.

The staff from my local branch are always willing to help and answer any questions I have.  They have visted me on a numerous occations, advising me on my rights as a VI person, helping me fill in forms and even helping me secure funding and a grant from the Elizebeth Finn Care trust.  They're always willing to talk on the phone or get back to my calls an emails very quickly.

They helped me get the right amount of Disability Living Allowance by helping me fill in the forms.  DLA is notoriousy difficult to get what you are entitled to but as they have so much experience in applications they were able to give me the advise to successfully get the maximum I could for my condition.

They also offered support and advice on employment possiblities.  They offered to talk to any potential employers and even come to interviews to help explain what assistance could be given to companies employing blind or VI people.

Visit their web site or give them a call details below).  They are an amazing charity and will no doubt be able to help you in many ways.

"Action for Blind People is one of the largest charities in the UK providing free and confidential support for blind and partially sighted people in all aspects of their lives.
We are dynamic and have a reputation for talking less and doing more.

Driven by the needs of visually impaired people, we deliver what people say they need, not just what we think they need.

Our mission is to inspire change and create opportunities to enable people with sight loss to have equal voice and equal choice.

Action for Blind People is more than just a name - it is what we do."

Quote from Action for Blind people website

Contact

 Action for Blind People
14-16 Verney Road
London
SE16 3DZ

Head Office phonr number:
020 7635 4800

Helpline (for the use of blind and partially sighted people and their families):
0800 915 4666

http://www.actionforblindpeople.org.uk/