A small group of SocialEyes diners came together on a cold and showery afternoon in March to experience the hearty, wholesome delights of the Ukrainian Sunflower. The friendly atmosphere and tasty food at this unique Wednesbury restaurant soon warmed us up and we even had the whole place to …
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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.
Pedal power
Members were invited in to SVI at the end of February to try out some portable pedal exercisers brought along by Victor Bulso from the Active Wellbeing Society. Everyone seemed to enjoy using both the leg and arm ‘modes’ whilst being indoors in comfort in SVI’s common room. It’s a bit like …
Sound bath success
Sophie from Beat It Percussion held the last of a series of Sound Bath sessions here at SVI on 10 February. She had already held five sessions during 2025. Many participants regularly attended as they felt great benefit from hearing a variety of sounds made by gongs and bells in a relaxed …
