Trustees and staff of SVI send out a big thank you to everyone who has so kindly responded to our masks appeal. So far we have received over 50 reusable masks and a further 1000 disposable medical/care masks. Amongst the donors who got handy with a needle and cotton were our very own members Ian …
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Masks wanted for blind people’s charity
As news breaks that masks or covers are to be compulsory in several social settings, we urgently need your help. Are you handy with a needle and thread? Already skilled at making coronavirus masks or want to develop your creative flair? Blind and partially sighted people in Sandwell need your …
Share your sight loss stories
A message from a member of SVI – Karren Visser. Lockdown has changed our lives and we have had to learn new ways of being in contact. Except it’s not the same as a chat over a cup of tea or a curry down the pub! Many SVI members will have either met or spoken to Becky from Multistory and me, …
Grant award to help us increase support
Blind and visually impaired people in Sandwell have been given a boost from Big Lotteries Awards for All. SVI has been awarded a grant to expand our support for members who are isolating or finding it difficult to cope during the pandemic. Since lockdown began, we have contacted all our members …
Using Technology to Keep In Touch
Keeping in touch can be challenging for people who are isolating or shielded and don’t feel confident with new technology. For visually impaired people, there can be added difficulties. In our efforts to keep ‘business as usual’, if you can call these times ‘usual’, SVI’s Board of Trustees met …
