In this section find tips to make life at home easier and more comfortable. Read about
practical adaptations,
home safety,
support and care services,
reducing your fuel bills and
staying warm. If you think you need help to
adapt your home find out what your options are.
We have a free
Technology Support Service which can help with technology in your home.
There's also a whole range of products available to help you remain independent and are available through our
Online Shop or many of the
resource centres, based around the UK.
Action for Blind People's housing service can advise you of practical solutions to help you live more independently at home.
Specially trained staff, usually called rehabilitation workers (or rehabilitation officers), can support you in a range of activities and can help you learn ways to move around safely in and around your home. Our
Find useful organisations database can help you locate one near you or call RNIB's Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or at
helpline@rnib.org.uk. Check out support from your local council for more information.
We are ready to answer your call Monday to Friday 8.45am to 5.30pm. Outside these times, leave us a message and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
To make your home safer for a child with a sight problem visit child safety at home.
If you have sight problems and need some assistance in your home, find out how to get help from a volunteer and what support they can offer.