"At the beginning there was basically nothing - nothing at all. The eye hospital's (attitude) was 'You've got an eye problem. Bye. Sort it!'"
Andy Stowe, Mansfield
Andy's experience is not unique. In fact…
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Only 8 per cent of people are offered formal counseling by their eye clinic when diagnosed
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A shocking 23 per cent of people losing their sight leave the eye clinic without even being certain of the name of the condition that caused their sight loss.
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One fifth of people say they don't even recall receiving any visit from social services in the year after they were registered as blind.
By 2050, nearly 4 million people will have sight loss. Don't let them go it alone.
Ending the injustice - you can help
The Lost and Found campaign aims to ensure that high-quality information, advice and emotional support are routinely available to individuals who are told that they are losing their sight.
Take action now in three simple steps to help us to ensure that vital information, advice and support is available to everyone losing their sight.
Campaigners are already making a big difference. The Care Quality Commission, England's independent regulator of health and social care services, has listened to people's concerns and is examining the case for a review.
Together we can end this injustice.
Further information
Read our Lost and found campaign reports, showing why this campaign is so urgently needed.
For further information you can contact the campaigns team on 020 7391 2123 or by email at campaign@rnib.org.uk.