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Lace up your walking boots and join Team Berkshire Vision for the Maidenhead Boundary Walk 2026!

It’s a fantastic day out and a great way to raise vital funds to help us support people in Berkshire living with #SightLoss

Ready to sign up 👉 berkshirevision.org.uk/general/maid...

Green graphic reading “Sight Loss Myth Busters”. Large text says: “Another assumption: You shouldn’t use phrases like ‘see you later’.”

White graphic reading “The reality”. Text explains that everyday phrases like “see you later” or “did you watch that?” are completely fine unless someone prefers different wording.

Sight Loss Myth Busters – Week Five 💗 

People sometimes worry about saying the wrong thing to someone with sight loss.
But everyday language like “see you later” is completely fine.

Read more:
www.henshaws.org.uk/hints-and-tips/sight-los...

#SightLoss #Accessibility #Inclusion

a photo of hayley in a berkshire vision running top next to Lux. test reads - Watching the difference that Berkshire Vision has made to Lux’s life has inspired me beyond words. That’s why i’m running the London Marathon for Berkshire Vision

On 26th April Hayley will be taking on 26.2 miles, running the London Marathon to support Berkshire Vision. 🏃‍♀️
Hayley is running for her Goddaughter, Lux, who lives with #SightLoss and autism.


👉 Support Hayley here: 2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/hayley-ki...

Go Hayley 👏

We are proud partners with Visionary
Visionary is a fantastic membership organisation for local #sightloss charities. All Visionary members & partners can benefit from a 10% discount on our Mental Health First Aid courses.
www.visionary.org.uk/news/n...

Sight Loss Myth Busters – Week Four 💗

A common myth is that people with sight loss can’t work, study or live independently.

In reality, many people do all three with the right tools and support.

Read more:
www.henshaws.org.uk/hints-and-tips/sight-los...

#SightLoss 💗

A bright pink graphic with white text that says 'Choosing the right cane tip matters' and 'Learn more in our new blog'. Four cane tips are positioned across the centre: pencil tip, rolling ball tip, marshmallow tip and pathfinder roller tip.

The tip on your long cane affects how confidently you navigate.

If certain environments feel harder to manage, it may be worth exploring alternatives.

Our new blog explains more 💚
www.henshaws.org.uk/hints-and-tips/cane-tips...

#SightLoss #Accessibility

Close-up of a person having their eye examined using a slit-lamp microscope in a clinical setting. A purple graphic overlay in the foreground includes the World Glaucoma Day logo and the text "World Glaucoma Day."

It’s World Glaucoma Day. 🌍

Glaucoma often has no early symptoms, making regular eye tests vital for early detection. In Scotland, NHS eye exams are free and can help save your sight.

Don't wait for your vision to change - book an eye test today.

#WorldGlaucomaDay #EyeHealth #SightLoss

Green slide with the heading “Sight Loss Myth Busters.” Large white text reads: “What people often assume: Everyone with sight loss uses a cane or guide dog.”

White slide with the heading “The reality". Large green text reads: "Not everyone needs or chooses to use mobility aids. Many people navigate independently in different ways.” Decorative pink and green corner graphics appear.

Sight Loss Myth Busters – Week Three 💗

Sight loss isn’t always visible.

Not everyone with sight loss uses a cane or guide dog. You often can’t tell just by looking.

Read more:
www.henshaws.org.uk/hints-and-tips/sight-los...

#SightLoss 💗

Dave Steele looking off camera, wearing a black turtleneck and holding his cane. A banner across the bottom reads "Board of Trustees" with colourful geometric accents in the top right corner.

We’re delighted that Dave Steele has joined our Board of Trustees 💗

Dave already champions Henshaws as a Patron and now brings his lived experience of sight loss to help guide our work as a Trustee.

#Henshaws #SightLoss

Living Well With Sight Loss Courses Discover Living Well With Sight Loss, a free and supportive course from Berkshire Vision where adults living with sight loss (and their family or friends) can gain practical tips, build confidence, share experiences and learn about local support, technology, independence skills and wellbeing. Join us to connect with others and find practical guidance for everyday life.

Adjusting to #SightLoss can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our Living Well with Sight Loss course offers a safe pace to share experiences, learn practical tips, and connect with others who truly understand.

Find out more - berkshirevision.org.uk/livingwellwi...

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Congratulations to all of our 300 Club winners for February

⭐️ 1st Prize of £150 - No. 11
⭐️ 2nd Prize of £75 - No. 66
⭐️ 3rd Prize of £50- No. 228

All winners have now been informed, thanks to everyone for participating

#SightLoss #fundraiser #communitysupport #VisualImpairmentSupport #300club

Sight Loss Myth Busters – Week Two 💗 

MYTH: Blind people can’t use smartphones.
FACT: Modern smartphones include built-in accessibility features like screen readers and magnification.

Read more:
www.henshaws.org.uk/hints-and-tips/sight-los...

#SightLoss

We are proud partners with Visionary
Visionary is a fantastic membership organisation for local #sightloss charities. All Visionary members & partners can benefit from a 10% discount on our Mental Health First Aid courses.
www.visionary.org.uk/news/n...

A split image of two people wearing Meta Smart Glasses: at the top is a woman smiling gazing upwards, and at the bottom is a man with a beard pointing towards his face. The image is decorated with teal and pink circular graphics and the text "New Blog" appears in the bottom corner.

Meta glasses are sparking talk in the visual impairment community 👓✨

Our latest blog explains what they are, how they work and shares real insight and key pros and cons 💚

www.henshaws.org.uk/hints-and-tips/meta-glas...

#SightLoss #AccessibleTech #Henshaws

Dark green background with white text reading “Myth” and a large light green X symbol. The quote reads: “If you can do that, you must have some sight.”

White background with green text reading “Fact.” Text explains that being able to do something doesn’t mean someone isn’t visually impaired, it often means they’ve adapted. Decorative corner graphics appear in pink and green.

💗 Sight Loss Myth Busters – Week One

The first in our series challenging myths about sight loss.

MYTH: Blind people can’t see anything.
FACT: Total blindness is rare. Sight loss exists on a spectrum.

Read more: www.henshaws.org.uk/hints-and-tips/sight-los...

#SightLoss

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the Trinity Christian community school sign

Last week our Trustee and Ambassador Chris Owen visited Trinity Christian School in Reading to talk to them about #SightLoss and Berkshire Vision

If your school or group would like to help us raise awareness about #SightLoss please contact Clare on info@berkshirevision.org.uk

Confidence and mainstream tech 💚

Sarah shares how Meta smart glasses help her feel more secure, using AI to describe text and surroundings and support everyday life with sight loss.

🎥 Full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-wBd0oPazgA

#SightLoss #Accessibility #AssistiveTech #InclusiveTech

Deafblind Bath woman counting down to Mount Everest challenge Karolina Pakenaite, 29, has Usher syndrome which causes progressive hearing and sight loss.

29-year-old Karolina Pakenaite lives with progressive #HearingLoss and #SightLoss due to #UsherSyndrome - and she's hoping to be the first #deafblind person to climb Mount Everest. ⛰️ #BlindNewWorld

(Story via BBC ⬇️)

A group of eight smiling adults holding open laptops, standing in an office setting.

Huge thanks to AJ Bell who donated laptops to our Manchester office today 💗 

Your support helps us continue supporting people living with sight loss, and we really appreciated you taking the time to visit us 💗

#ThankYou #CommunitySupport #SightLoss #Henshaws

AMD is the most common cause of permanent and severe sight loss in people over 60

#AMD is the most common cause of permanent and severe #SightLoss in the UK, affecting around 600,000 people. This number is expected to more than double by 2050. We're funding multiple #ResearchProjects into treatments for the condition.

Read more https://ow.ly/YiaM50Y6rjp

#VisionLoss

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Our EYECAN Cook sessions were a HUGE hit last year, helping visually impaired islanders gain independance in the kitchen.

If this is something you or a loved on with sight loss would be interested in, please get in touch with us to learn more on 01534 864689 or info@eyecan.je

#jerseyci #SightLoss

Daisy, a young woman with glasses, wearing a pink Henshaws t-shirt, Santa hat and festive tinsel, smiles while holding an inflatable guitar during a Christmas performance. Other performers wearing Santa hats and holding inflatable instruments stand beside her.

Daisy stands on a large paddleboard on a canal with two other young people. All three wear life jackets and hold paddles. Daisy stands in the centre holding a red paddle, while the others stand at either end.

Daisy sits smiling on a yellow office chair during her work experience at Henshaws’ head office. She wears glasses and a cream hoodie, with desks, computers and colleagues working in the background of the open-plan office.

💚 Daisy’s story is all about confidence, independence and trying new things.

"Having a visual impairment doesn’t stop you from doing your favourite things."

Read her story:
www.henshaws.org.uk/news/daisy-having-fun-an...

#Henshaws #SightLoss #YoungPeople

Jeweller faced with ‘disaster’ of sight loss praises charity for support - Visionary A jeweller from Arbroath who faced the “absolute disaster” of losing his sight has praised a north-east Scottish charity for helping him adapt and keep working. Robin Key, 81, was...

Robin, a jeweller is provided support by North East Sensory Services to continue working after diagnosis of macular degeneration.

#AMD #SightLoss #Employment

Read more: www.visionary.org.uk/latest/jeweller-faced-wi...

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The Day of the Triffids (1963)

Spotify: tinyurl.com/mrp666zn

RSS Feed: tinyurl.com/mr29s6z7

#film #movies #cinema #filmability #disability #blindness #blind #sightloss #sciencefiction #scifi #60s #cultclassic #JohnWyndham #TheDayOfTheTriffids #podcast #follow #share

EYECAN’s Annual Reflection 2025 – EYECAN

Our CEO, Mark Coxshall, is delighted to share EYECAN's Annual Reflection for 2025.

It was a wonderful year, and we’re very proud of everything we achieved!

Please head over to our website to find both PDF and plain text versions of our annual report.

eyecan.je/news/eyecans...
#SightLoss #jerseyci

a photo of hayley in a blue vest top . In a small flash at the bottom is a photo of Lux. text reads London Marathon 2026 . the Berkshire Vision logo and the London Marathon Logo

✨ Meet Hayley – Our London Marathon Runner

Hayley is running for her Goddaughter, Lux, who lives with #SightLoss

"Watching the difference that Berkshire Vision has made to Lux’s life has inspired me beyond words"

Support Hayley 2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/hayley-ki...

We are proud partners with Visionary
Visionary is a fantastic membership organisation for local #sightloss charities. All Visionary members & partners can benefit from a 10% discount on our Mental Health First Aid courses.
www.visionary.org.uk/news/n...

Vision Impairment: Science, Art and Lived Experience by Dr Michael Crossland (documentary) Dr Michael Crossland discusses his research on how cutting-edge AI technologies can offer immediate support for those with low vision

New documentary! Prof Philip Schofield and Dr Michael Crossland discuss how cutting-edge AI technologies can offer immediate support for those with low vision, and the work of visually impaired artist Luka Kille.

Watch now: uclpress.co.uk/podcast/visi...

#SightLoss #BeautifulMinds

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🎁✨ 12 Days of Giving – Day 2 ✨🎁

A #SightLoss diagnosis can be overwhelming. Just £10 can fund a Support Officer to offer a listening ear, practical help, and emotional support when it’s needed most.

Thank you 💜
www.justgiving.com/campaign/12d...

How awful! Why is eye protection not part of the kit? 80% of the sensory information humans process is via vision. Protect that! #eyesight #vision #sightloss