Parents' Place

Are you a parent, parent to be or grandparent with a sight problem? Or are you looking after a child with a sight problem? If so Parents' Place is a safe place to meet, share experiences and get hold of up to date and relevant parenting information.

Spotlight on Christmas

Looking for present suggestions, or just some fun things to do in the holidays? Here are some Christmas gifts and activities ideas for blind and partially sighted children at Christmas time.

Family life

• There is a section all about family life, with stories from parents and young people too. You can find everything from tips by parents for feeding children with sight problems to helpful suggestions for teaching your child about everyday routines and making daily life safe and practical.

Your child's vision

• Just found out your child may have a sight problem? If so you may be full of questions; Coming to terms with your child's sight problem has information that other parents have told us helped them. And our Who's Who guide can help you find out what the different professionals do and how they can help.
• If your child has some sight, Parents' Place can help you make the best use of it - see Understanding your child's vision

Magazines and newsletters

• If you are a blind or partially sighted parent You and Your Child magazine, available monthly on subscription, could be what you need.
• Insight magazine is all about parenting and supporting children and young people with sight problems, including children with complex needs. It's packed with inspiring ideas, stories and advice from teachers, parents and leading experts.

Online community

• Parents' Place discussions - for parent to parent support, informal advice and useful information join the community of parents dealing with the same issues as you.