Concerned about your eyesight?

Whether you were born with a visual impairment or experienced sight loss later in life, Action can provide you with the practical support needed to adapt to changes in your life. We can also provide advice and support to your friends, family or employer. Whatever the need, Action can help.

Housing

Finding the right housing for your needs is crucial. Action for Blind People believes that decisions about your housing options should not simply be influenced or restricted by your visual impairment.We are here to give you advice about your housing options.

Employment

We work with blind and partially sighted people on a one to one basis to prepare them for employment and support them in finding suitable jobs. Our Self Employment advisers also offer support to blind and partially sighted entrepreneurs.

Welfare Rights

It is estimated that 94% of blind and partially sighted people do not receive all the benefits to which they are entitled. Are you receiving the correct benefits?

Assistive technology

Advances in technology are now providing people with the opportunity to communicate more efficiently and effectively.

Sight Loss Information Service

Our friendly and knowledgeable team are on hand to demonstrate equipment and products, and to offer free and impartial advice on sight loss.

Publications Library

Action for Blind People's publications are available in a variety of formats.

Call us on our National Freephone Helpline: 0800 915 4666

Action for Blind People Registered Charity Number 205913

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