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Summary: Information, advice and forums for parents of blind or partially sighted children, and parents who have sight problems.


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Parents’ Place is a safe place to meet other parents, pick up tips and advice, and get information about health, rights and services.

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Insight magazine

Insight magazine is for parents and everyone who supports children and young people with sight problems, including those with complex needs. It's packed with ideas, stories and advice from teachers, parents and leading experts.

Advice and support

Get in touch with your nearest family services officer.

If you need to find a local Qualified Teacher of Visually Impaired Children (QTVI), phone our helpline on 0845 766 9999 or 020 7388 2525, or email helpline@rnib.org.uk.

Content author: parents@rnib.org.uk

Last updated: 23/07/2008 16:13

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Your stories

Rachael Anne's story - Throughout her childhood, Rachael Anne moved house several times. It wasn't always easy to adjust to new schools and new places, but that didn't stop her developing talents in acting and music. She is now a trainee Family Services Officer at RNIB Birmingham. "Even when life is tough, anything is possible and you should never give up." Rachael Anne's full story