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.
Eye to Eye Conference 28-29 October 2010
Eye to Eye is organised by GDBA and The National Blind Children's Society and is aimed at connecting young people with sight loss and their families with professionals from the clinical, social and education fields.
Read the conference programme and register on the Eye to Eye conference website.
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Magazines and newsletters
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If you are a blind or partially sighted parent You and Your Child magazine, available monthly on subscription, could be what you need.
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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.
Information and support
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In each section you will discover links to useful organisations. Also check out our Orgfinder database which holds details of thousands of other organisations in the UK and overseas that can give you information, advice and support.
Online community
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