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We're so pleased to be involved in this year's Cornish Christmas Giving Catalogue! Why not buy a loved one the gift of changing lives this year? You'll receive a gift certificate (printed or digital) to pass on to your family member or friend. More info in the link below!
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iSightCornwall is 168 years old today - that's a lot of candles! We've witnessed 2 World Wars, 7 Monarchs, 31 Prime Ministers and helped thousands live the life they choose without limitations. Thank you to everyone who has supported us and made this milestone possible!
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Sharing an incredible achievement from iSightCornwall member Nic who recently climbed to the top of Snowdon/Yr Wyddfa! Together with her family, Nic - who is severely sight impaired - tackled loose stones, the bright sun and the shadows it cast to make it to the top in 3 hours!
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Did you know you can use your Blue Badge as Photo ID in the General Election tomorrow? For more advice and tips, check out our blog post on voting with sight loss below: isightcornwall.org.uk/voting…
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We had a fantastic time at @iSightCornwall. Thank you to everyone who came over to learn about our products that support people who are visually impaired or who are blind.
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The iSightCornwall team have been busy brushing up on our fire safety this week with a team meeting to go over procedures and a practice fire drill! 👩‍🚒🧯
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Today is #MenstrualHygieneDay (#MHDay2024), a day to increase awareness and action towards achieving a #PeriodFriendlyWorld. As part of the worldwide discussion, iSightCornwall member, Tracy gave a candid account of the challenges she faces as a blind woman [1/2]
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She said: "Dealing with a period is the worst thing about being a blind woman. For most people it's a private time but it’s not private when you’re blind." Her full story can be found on our website here: isightcornwall.org.uk/menstr… [2/2]
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Today is #WorldLupusDay, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the autoimmune disease. As well as affecting joints, skin and organs; Lupus can affect the eyes. It can lead to eye pain, dry eyes, change in visions, and vision loss. Read more here: verywellhealth.com/lupus-and…
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The BBC have a brilliant interview with Victoria Harrison, the UK's first blind overseas ambassador. Victoria discusses how attitudes have changed, some of the challenges she faces, and how her sight loss helps her create human connection: bbc.co.uk/news/disability-68…
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We're delighted that Saltash BAPS (Blind and Partially Sighted) club has been awarded the Saltash Town Council Civic Award for Contribution to the Community! The club were recognised for supporting visually impaired people in Saltash. Well done to our members and volunteers!
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Happy 80th anniversary to Launceston Visually Impaired Club! We're delighted to be celebrating this wonderful occasion with a special lunch with members and volunteers today!
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Just a reminder that Monday is a Bank Holiday and so the Sight Centre will be closed! We will pick up any messages left over the weekend when we return on Tuesday at 9.15am. The team are here until 4pm today to answer any questions or to offer support. Call us on 01872 261110.
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We were delighted to be invited to Cornwall Airport Newquay (@Newquay_Airport) to offer training on guiding people with a vision impairment! The training was delivered to the passenger assistance team as part of the airport’s ongoing commitment to passengers requiring assistance
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Kelly Jones, Ground Operations Manager at the airport said: "By fostering an inclusive environment and equipping our assistance team with the skills to effectively support individuals with visual impairments... [1/2]
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...we not only enhance the travel experience for all passengers but also demonstrate our commitment to accessibility." [2/2]
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We are so pleased to be one of 68 organisations being supported by @CornwallVSF and @ciosicb's VCSE Health Improvement Fund! Awarded via the @Cornwall_CF, the fund will be used to help blind and partially sighted people in Cornwall who may be isolated or vulnerable. Thank you!
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If you're struggling to change your Talking Clock or Talking Keychain after the clocks changed on the weekend, check out our video from iSightCornwall Assistive Technology Advisor, Dom. Find it below or give us a call on 01872 261110 for more help! youtu.be/2BIWd8Ay20I?feature…

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