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A group of SVI members, staff and volunteers at the Active 60 Easter Party in Dartmouth Central Club.
SVI members, staff and volunteers at the Active 60 Easter Party

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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.

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A Grand afternoon at the theatre

In late January, SVI members enjoyed a Saturday matinee visit to the Grand Theatre, Wolverhampton to see the acclaimed musical 'Six'. The afternoon began with a relaxed gathering at the Moon Under Water pub opposite the theatre, where members had a light lunch and refreshments before heading over …

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Busking For Charity Selects SVI for 2026

Live music fundraising will help SVI offer more social activities and days out for members. Sandwell Visually Impaired (SVI) is thrilled to have been selected as one of the charities that Busking For Charity (BFC) and The Buskateers will support in 2026. These popular local fundraisers are …

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From West Bromwich to the Mixing Desk: SVI Rocks Record at the MAC

SVI Rocks record at the Midlands Art Centre Recording Studios On 22 November, SVI Rockers visited the Midland Arts Centre (MAC) to record their version of House of the Rising Sun in MAC’s new studios. The session brought together SVI Rocks and the Tipton Collective for an afternoon of music and …

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