Parents with sight problems

If you're a blind or partially sighted parent, you may need a listening ear or just some practical advice. Check out the external links on this page for organisations and resources that might help.

Talk to other parents

The VIParents email group is for parents who are blind or partially sighted. See discussion forums for other ways to talk to other parents affected by sight loss.

See our events listings for support groups and local events for families.

Parent stories

Looking for ideas? Read our stories from parents with sight problems.

Online shop

See the RNIB shop for hundreds of toys, games, books, publications and equipment for blind and partially sighted people.

Books

Your local library service may have children's books in a variety of formats, including audio. Or try:

Last updated: 12 November 2010

Make a donation

Right now we can only reach one in three of the people who need our help most.

Please make a donation and help us support more blind and partially sighted people.