Passionate in providing services for people with a vision impairment. Raise awareness to remove barriers,promote independent living, enjoy life/new experiences.
South Wales Charity
Joined February 2010
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We're hiring @SightLifeWales. See sightlife.wales/jobs/ for details.
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Have you ever tried bowls or even thought about it?We are a little ‘biased’ (bowls joke 😀) but it’s a gr8 sport. Disability Bowls Wales is growing and is looking for more members. Get in touch to find out more on our Twitter or FB page or contact John Wilson on 07970 460257
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March is Save Your Vision Month! Explore the latest issue of Look Forward for an insightful interview into cataract surgery and its impact on vision health. Stay proactive about eye health this month! #SaveYourVision #RetinaUK
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We have identified a better way of working together to enhance cataracts services and would value your feedback.
Have your say: orlo.uk/UBH71 #SEWalesCataracts
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Please place any brown paper in your orange recycling bag.
Brown paper cannot be recycled in the same way as white paper due to the fibre quality.
🔗bridgend.gov.uk/residents/re…
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Does your blind/partially sighted child start uni this year?
Do they want to get more confidence ahead of #FreshersWeek?
We are holding a free online event on the 24th of September just about this, so make sure you let them know!
Info and registration:
bit.ly/3Pl9J3K
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Welsh Bowler Autumn OUT NOW online.fliphtml5.com/hxtl/ln…
Check out this edition online. Delighted to be in it👍 The edition showcases some of the amazing inclusive bowls that’s been going on throughout the summer. Check out who is on the front cover too…
@dsw_news @BowlsWales
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Whether you're excited or nervous about the idea of going to university, we're here to help.
Click the link to read our six steps, based on the experience of 30 young people with #VisionImpairment who made the jump into #HigherEducation.
bit.ly/3AYU00b
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Are you or is someone you know about to undergo glaucoma surgery? We know this can be an overwhelming experience, and that's why we run our buddy scheme, which pairs you with someone who has already been through the same procedure. 🤝
Learn more here: buff.ly/3UiR74y
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Dr Jasleen Jolly @JKJolly4 joined our latest webinar to discuss her research on Charles Bonnet syndrome. Her project is looking to develop our understanding of visual hallucinations in patients with sight loss and to raise awareness of the condition.
bit.ly/45n4t5a
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More inclusive bowls action today @LlandodBC with Mixed Ability Triples at 2pm involving VI/PD/LD bowlers in the final.
Also Sue Jones ( one of our Welsh PD bowlers ) is in the final of the Mixed Pairs at 2pm with Ryan Davies.
Good luck to everyone 🍀👍 enjoy the greens.
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Welsh 🏴Finals are taking place @LlandodBC now. Guaranteed quality bowling, plenty of supporters, groans, cheers & of course a ☔️shower or two make 4 gr8 finals. What is also fantastic is all the inclusive bowls that can be seen. Find out more 👇
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A gr8 competition between West Glam & Ceredigion. With 2 wins each it came down to shots. Well bowled all. Some super bowls & gr8 to see one of our VI bowlers in the triples.
A close result but well done West Glam on a super win. 👏👏teamwork @BowlsWales
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The performance of 'Owl at Home' at 11 am will be audio described, preceded by a Touch Tour at 10.30.
The kind, old owl returns with an enchanting tale about friendship in Theatr Iolo's Owl at Home.🦉
After both performances there'll be free arts and crafts activities in the Theatre Foyer for audiences to enjoy!🎨
📆 Sat 30 September
🕥 11am, 2pm
🔗 chapter.org/whats-on/perform…
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More exciting news for people with late-stage dry AMD as another drug to treat the condition has been approved for use in the US. macularsociety.org/about/med…
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