Family Support and Events
With the right support, blind and partially sighted children and young people can take part in activities, socialise and have fun growing up feeling included.
What we offer
Our Children, Young People and Family (CYPF) teams provide information and advice for parents and young people.
Shape and Share events
RNIB Children, Young People and Families (CYPF) team offers regular opportunities for children and young people aged 0-25 and their families to come together in various locations across the UK.
Each event offers:
- A chance to meet other families
- Activities, games or crafts for younger children
- Engagement opportunities for young people
- Support, information and discussion for families on a range of topics relating to everyday life at home, education, transitions, social life and leisure, mobility and independence.
- Opportunities to have your say, shape and get involved in local and national campaigns.
- Information about wider services from RNIB and partner organisations.
All children and young people aged 0-25, their siblings, parents and family members are welcome to attend.
You can book a place on any of these events by filling out our online booking form.
To be added to our distribution list or for more information about these events please email [email protected].
Get involved – events coming up!
Shape and Share London
Where?
Kidzania, Shepherd's Bush, London W12 7GA
When?
Saturday 8 February 2020, 10am - 4pm
Who?
Children and young people with a vision impairment aged 0-25 and their families
Age-appropriate activities will run throughout the day, including the VI sports taster sessions, arts and crafts, life skills and parent workshops.
For further information about this event please contact:
- Tom Norton (CYPF Support Officer South England)
- M: 07971 692441
- E: [email protected]
Shape and Share North Wales
Where?
Ruthin Craft Centre, Park Road, Ruthin, Denbighshire, LL15 1BB
When?
Saturday 15 February 2020, 11.30am - 3.30pm
Who?
Children and young people with a vision impairment aged 0-25 and their families
Age-appropriate activities will run throughout the day, including artist led art and craft sessions, life skills and parent workshops.
For further information about this event please contact:
- Claire Milton (CYPF Lead, Wales)
- M: 07870 643 461
- E: [email protected]
Shape and Share Northern Ireland
Where?
Galgorm resort and spa, 136 Fenaghy Road, Ballymena BT42 1EA
When?
Saturday 29 February 2020
Who?
Children and young people with a vision impairment aged 0-25 and their families
Age-appropriate activities will run throughout the day, including the VI sports taster sessions, arts and crafts, life skills and parent workshops.
For further information about this event please contact:
- Marcella Dempsey (Family Officer)
- M: 028 3033 4117
- E: [email protected]
Shape and Share North East
Where?
Bede Tower, Burdon Road, Sunderland, SR2 7DZ
When?
Saturday 14 March 2020, 10.30am - 1.30pm
Who?
Children and young people with a vision impairment aged 0-25 and their families
For further information about this event please contact:
- Craig Brown (CYPF Support Officer North England)
- T: 0113 386 2820
- M: 07872 424479
- E: [email protected]
Shape and Share Northern Ireland
Where?
Maldron Hotel, Butcher Street, Derry/Londonderry, BT48 6HL
When?
Saturday 21 March 2020
Who?
Children and young people with a vision impairment aged 0-25 and their families
For further information about this event please contact:
- Laura McCauley (Family Insight Project Coordinator)
- T: 028 7122 6323
- E: [email protected]
Contact your local team to find out what’s on in your area.
You can also call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or email [email protected].
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