Supporting others
If someone you care about is worried about their eyes, waiting for an appointment with an eye specialist or has found out they have an eye condition, there’s lots of ways you can support them.
In this section
Making communication and environments accessible
Find information on how communication and environments can be made accessible for blind and partially sighted people.
Protecting local vision services for children and young people
Children and young people (CYP) with vision impairment require a high level of specialist provision to learn on equal terms with sighted children. These services are a vital lifeline, but as councils review their budgets they can come under risk.
Parenting a child with a vision impairment
In this section, we have information, resources and advice on how you can support a child or young person with sight loss.
Diagnosis and emotional wellbeing
From emotional support to clinical information, find in-depth resources to help support your emotional well-being following a vision impairment diagnosis.
Find out about the Visibly Better Spaces Certification
Read about the Visibly Better Spaces certifications, and find key information on ensuring environments meet the needs of people with sight loss.
Guiding a blind or partially sighted person
The practical advice and information given here will help you feel confident about guiding people with sight loss.
Supporting a loved one with an eye condition
If someone you care about is worried about their eyes, waiting for an appointment with an eye specialist or has found out they have an eye condition, there’s lots of ways you can support them. Here are some ideas to help you offer your support.
Family and friends groups
Our free, informal sessions offer practical advice, information and guidance designed to help you support your loved one with sight loss. You can also find out about the organisations, products and services that can support you.
