SVI is working in partnership with SCIPS (Sandwell Community Information and Participation Service) to seek the views of the blind and visually impaired community around evacuation plans from high-rise buildings. This is part of a government consultation, following on from the Grenfell public …
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SVI is managed and run by blind and visually impaired (VI) people. We give information and support to anyone in Sandwell with an interest in visual impairment. Our services enable VI people to be as independent as possible and help overcome the challenges of sight loss. We make sure that the needs and concerns of VI people in Sandwell are embedded in local service planning and delivery.
Seeing in Isolation Events in June and July
Seeing in Isolation: In Conversation with Blind & Visually Impaired International Photographers on Wednesday 30 June 2021, 6 to 8pm Do you need to have sight to take photographs? This question will be explored at this event that brings together blind and visually impaired international …
Book now for our new health, confidence and wellbeing sessions
Exciting news for our SVI members! Health, confidence and wellbeing sessions are starting at the end of June and beginning of July. They are part of our new ‘Mind Body Moving Forward’ programme. Contact the office to book your place! 'Mind Body Moving Forward' is all about supporting you to …
