Client Event: Great to welcome @AssociatedOptic to our Centre in #Sheffield this week so that we could find out more about their products... 'Providing people living with sight loss the tools to remain independent'. Products include magnifiers, glasses, lighting and telescopes
ALT Image is John from Associated Optical standing behind a desk with lots of products and promotional information
After an outstanding first day at #VisionaryConference24, we're unwinding with a drink courtesy of @AssociatedOptic, before the excitement starts again with the Visionary Annual Awards Dinner.
ALT 2 rows of wine glasses resting on discs with Associated Optical partner of Eschenbach. On the left side is a note from Associated Optical thanking everyone for supporting blind and partially sighted people, and offering a drink on them.
ALT A wine glass with a disc resting on the rim with the logo for Associated Optical partner of Eschenbach. A row of wine glasses behind are resting on the same disc.
ALT 6 logos – Top row, left to right: Associated Optical – Partner of Eschenbach and EssilorLuxottica. Second row, left to right: Russell-Cooke and Specsavers. Bottom row: The Powell Family Foundation and Utility Aid.
ALT 6 logos – Top row, left to right: Associated Optical – Partner of Eschenbach and EssilorLuxottica. Second row, left to right: Russell-Cooke and Specsavers. Bottom row: The Powell Family Foundation and Utility Aid.
ALT 5 logos – Top row, left to right: Associated Optical – Partner of Eschenbach and EssilorLuxottica. Second row, left to right: Russell-Cooke and The Powell Family Foundation. Bottom row: Utility Aid.
Client Info: Today is #SunglassesDay & a good time to repost this about a visit we had from @AssociatedOptic who came to demo a new range of cocoon glasses & the UV protection they can offer. We've got a range in stock if you'd like to try them please book an appointment with Rob
ALT 2 members of staff trying glasses on.
ALT Images 1 is a picture of a range of different styles of glasses and different coloured filters on 2 display stands
Glaucoma runs in families.
If you’re living with #glaucoma, encourage your family and friends to attend sight tests every two years.
Glaucoma can be treated. The earlier it is detected, the more successful the treatment is likely to be .
#GlaucomaAwarrenessWeek
ALT Glaucoma can run in families but being aware of a family history of Glaucoma could protect your loved ones' sight for generations to come
It's #SunAwarenessWeek a good time to mention about a visit we had from @AssociatedOptic recently to demo a new range of cocoon glasses & the UV protection they can offer. Lots of choices of filters, anti-glare & contrast enhancement. Please contact Rob to try them.
ALT Image of 2 members of staff trying glasses on
ALT Photo of a range of different styles of glasses and different coloured filters on 2 display stands.
DATE FOR YOUR DIARY
Join us on 23rd May between 10.30 - 3.30 @SightSupDerbys .
We will be talking about hand held Electronic Magnifiers and showing you how to use them including the benefits they could have on a day to day basis.
sightsupportderbyshire.org.u…
How do your eyes focus?
Your eyes contain a clear lens which is held in place by a ring of muscle. As you look at something, the ring of muscles contracts or relaxes and the lens changes shape to bring the object into clear focus.
Today for #WorldBrailleDay we're sharing this beautiful artwork created by blind artist Emma Major.
Emma has incorporated #Braille dots into her art.
Do you know what it says?
@64millionartists
ALT a black and white piece of abstract art. Braille dots read "HOPE"
ALT Black History month in white over a red, yellow and green background. Breaking down barriers headline. 3 photos of panellists, their names underneath Leah King, Souleyman Bah and Courtney Nugent. Below reads:
3 phenomenal speakers share their lived experience of sight loss, culture, stigma and attitudes they each faced. Equally we will hear about the barriers they have broken and still need to break through, their achievements, support services and resources that have helped them. An authentic webinar truly harnessing lived experience.
Bottom left has the details of the webinar When: Wednesday 18th October 2023. Time: 7-8:30pm. Where: Online on Zoom. To register email info@bamevision.org. Hosted by BAME Vision and BAME Vision logo at the bottom in the middle, with the website in small print underneath. The poster is on a black background, with red, yellow and green decorative accents in a small section on each corner.
We are delighted that we are in Birmingham today and tomorrow for the Visionary Annual Conference. This year’s event will focus on what the Visionary network does best: Connect, Develop, Share, and Inspire. #visionaryconference23
ALT 12 logos – Top left Associated Optical – Partner of Eschenbach, right BlindAmbition, second row left Compass – The whole life view, right Charitylog, third row left Guide Dogs, right Individual Technology Solutions – For vision impaired people, fourth row left Optelec UK – Enhanced vision, Freedom scientific, Optalec, Schweizer, right RNIB – See differently, fifth row right Specsavers, right Together.ly, bottom row left Torch Trust, right Utility Aid.
ALT 12 logos – Top left Associated Optical – Partner of Eschenbach, right BlindAmbition, second row left Compass – The whole life view, right Charitylog, third row left Guide Dogs, right Individual Technology Solutions – For vision impaired people, fourth row left Optelec UK – Enhanced vision, Freedom scientific, Optalec, Schweizer, right RNIB – See differently, fifth row right Specsavers, right Together.ly, bottom row left Torch Trust, right Utility Aid.
Don’t lose sight of what matters. 4.7Million NHS sight tests have been lost since the pandemic started. Half of sight loss is avoidable so if you haven’t had an eye test in the last 2 years #EyeWeek is the perfect time to get back into the habit & book one, because #VisionMatters
ALT Cartoon illustration of a woman wearing trial lenses. The back ground is a light blue. Next to her are the words Routine eye tests are essential health checks for everyone!. A darker blue strip along the bottom of the graphic contains a black National Eye Health Week logo and the hashtag #VisionMatters.
1 in 5 teens are now short-sighted (myopic) & the number of young people with the condition is on the rise. Check out our practical tips to help prevent, correct and control myopia... because #VisionMattersvisionmatters.org.uk/downloa…#EyeWeek#MyopiaAndMe
ALT Cartoon illustration of a teen roller blading. She wears glasses and is carrying a backpack. Next to her on the light mustard-coloured background are the words myopia and me. A darker mustard strip along the bottom of the graphic contains a black National Eye Health Week logo and the hashtag #VisionMatters.