All councils in England provide a service called vision rehabilitation which offers crucial training and advice to people with sight loss.
Evidence shows that many blind and partially sighted people are failing to receive vital vision rehabilitation support. According to the latest research the benefits of good vision rehabilitation avoids more than three times the cost of these services. Our current campaign, See, Plan and Provide, is calling for improved access to vision rehabilitation assessments and support.
Thanks to our fantastic supporters, many councils are becoming more aware of the value of vision rehabilitation.
Now, with councils currently considering their budgets for the coming year, there is an urgent opportunity to ensure that vision rehabilitation services are given the right resources to see, plan and provide:
Our 'Spotlight' series highlights good practice of local authorities when it comes to vision rehabilitation. Read about Durham County Council's Sensory Service: Spotlight on Vision Rehabilitation Durham (178.12 KB)
Find out all about the vital role a Vision Rehabilitation Officer plays by checking out our Diary of a Vision Rehabilitation Officer.
Everyone has a role to play in ensuring that blind and partially sighted people receive tailored vision rehabilitation support. We’ve produced a range of resources to help you take action and improve services in your local area:
You can also read the research that highlights the extent of the problems blind and partially sighted people face when trying to access vision rehabilitation services in England:
We've also produced helpful guides for local authorities when commissioning services for blind and partially sighted people:
Spotlight Series: in 2016, we gathered examples of local authorities delivering best practice when it comes to vision rehabilitation
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