Focus Birmingham

Focus Birmingham Focus Birmingham is one of the key providers of specialist support, care, advice and guidance to those with visual impairment and other complex disabilities.

Care Support and Services
We currently offer a range of services and resources that are designed to support independence and facilitate people with visual impairments and other disabilities to lead fulfilling lives. Our care and support services cover 3 main areas:
• Community Services
• Day and Residential Services
• Low Vision Services

Our Values
Our values provide the basis of the work we do w

ith visually impaired and disabled people. They also underpin the way we operate, driving behaviour and influencing decision making processes.
• Dedicated
Truly committed to making positive differences to the lives of those we help.
• Empowering
Providing inclusive, enjoyable and fulfilling experiences for all involved.
• Flexible
Open to new ideas and ways of doing things
• Professional
Maximising our impact through well organised operation and effectively delivered activity. For more information please see our website

21/08/2026

One question from our Wellbeing Day stayed with us:

“What is one thing you wish more people understood about sight loss?”

Here is what people told us. 👇

In order of appearance, speakers are from Focus Birmingham, Birmingham Mind, Birmingham Talking Newspapers and NHS Diabetic Eye Screening Programme.

Video description: Representatives from different organisations speak to camera in a brightly lit event space, with exhibitor stands and banners behind them. They share one thing they wish more people understood about sight loss.

19/08/2026

Being a driver at Focus is about more than getting people from A to B.

You’ll help people travel safely and comfortably to our Day Service, taking the time to communicate clearly and make sure nobody feels rushed.

The role offers 20 flexible hours across a Monday-to-Friday rota. Perfect for someone looking for meaningful part-time work or recently retired.

Interested? Apply here:

https://www.focusbirmingham.org.uk/jobs

If it's not for you, please share it with someone who could be a great fit. 🙌

Video description: Bob, a driver at Focus Birmingham, sits in the back of one of the charity’s minibuses and talks about why his role is so important.

18/08/2026

If you hear Miley Cyrus, Coldplay and Ed Sheeran belting around Focus, it can mean only one thing…

Sing Signing! 🎶

It is a firm favourite in our day service, bringing people together to enjoy the music, learn Makaton signs and join in in their own way.

Behind the fun, those signs can also help people express how they feel, what they need or something they want others to know.

Plenty of fun - and plenty worth singing about!

Video description: A short, silent clip shows two people sitting together during a Sing Signing session at Focus Birmingham. Smiling and facing the camera, they move their hands and arms as they use Makaton signs, occasionally turning towards one another.

17/08/2026

Plenty of people left our Wellbeing Day with a leaflet in hand and details of a service they wanted to follow up - exactly what we hoped to see.

We asked our partners: “What is one thing you'd like people to take away from Wellbeing Day?” 🎤

If you could not join us but would like help finding the right support for living with sight loss, call us on 0121 393 4849.

In order of appearance, speakers are from Focus Birmingham, NHS Diabetic Eye Screening Programme, West Midlands Fire Service and Midland Mencap.

Video description: Representatives from different organisations speak to camera in a brightly lit event space, with exhibitor stands and banners behind them. They share one thing they hoped people would take away from meeting them at Wellbeing Day.

“So… have you been flossing?” 🦷We were delighted to welcome the community dental team into our Day Service for a check-u...
14/08/2026

“So… have you been flossing?” 🦷

We were delighted to welcome the community dental team into our Day Service for a check-up.

A trip to the dentist can feel like a big deal when the place and people are unfamiliar. So, through our Deep Engagement Partnership with Birmingham City Council, we brought the dentists to Focus instead - somewhere people already feel comfortable.

The team shared brushing and healthy eating tips, as well as tailored advice on suitable toothbrushes and toothpastes. They took time to understand different sensory needs, and make sure everyone could take part in a way that worked for them.

There were some brilliant questions too. And yes, unfortunately Ribena does contain a lot of sugar - much to the disappointment of a few people in the room!

Everyone had something useful to take away, including new two-headed toothbrushes and toothbrushing charts, which one person quickly described as their "homework"!

Another public health session ticked off - with cleaner teeth and plenty of questions answered.

Healthy Brum

Image descriptions: Six photos from a dental health session at Focus Birmingham. Dental professionals carry out a check-up, demonstrate brushing techniques using large models of teeth and speak with people about looking after their teeth. The session is interactive, with people smiling, asking questions and practising brushing techniques.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Wellbeing Day!More than 100 people came along to meet organisations from across ...
07/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Wellbeing Day!

More than 100 people came along to meet organisations from across Birmingham and find out more about the support available for people living with sight loss.

We were delighted to welcome Blind Dave Heeley MBE DL, who shared his own experiences in an inspiring talk, with his guide dog Peter alongside him.

By bringing so many services together in one place, we wanted to prove that support across our city does not have to feel complicated. Just as importantly, we wanted to create a welcoming space where people could stop, chat properly and get to know the people behind the different services.

A big thank you to Dave and Peter, everyone who came along and all of the partners who helped make the day what it was.

Image description: Four photos show Blind Dave Heeley MBE DL speaking to attendees with his guide dog Peter beside him, while a bright room is filled with visitors and pop-up banners from different services. Other photos show a visitor sitting inside a fire engine and a woman smiling as she chats with someone at the event.

Wondering who you’ll be able to speak to at Wellbeing Day this Friday? 👇From sight loss support to mental wellbeing to s...
06/08/2026

Wondering who you’ll be able to speak to at Wellbeing Day this Friday? 👇

From sight loss support to mental wellbeing to scam awareness, there will be 20+ stalls and services to explore throughout the day.

You’ll be able to meet:

VI Social
Birmingham Talking News
Erdington Walking Group
Queen Alexandra College (QAC)
Men’s Walk and Talk
Macular Society
Midland Mencap
Birmingham Trading Standards
Birmingham Mind
James’ Place UK
Guide Dogs UK
Deafblind UK
Birmingham Deafblind
NHS Diabetic Eye Screening Programme
West Midlands Fire Service
Edgbaston Neighbourhood Network Scheme
Northfield Neighbourhood Network Scheme - Northfield Community Partnership
Augmented Lifestyle CIC

Take your time, ask questions and speak to whichever services feel most useful to you or someone you care about.

𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟕 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭, 𝟏𝟏𝐚𝐦–𝟐𝐩𝐦
Queen Alexandra College, Harborne

Attendance is free, but please reserve your place in advance: https://www.focusbirmingham.org.uk/Event/wellbeing-day-2026

Image description: A yellow, two-panel graphic promoting Focus Birmingham’s Wellbeing Day at Queen Alexandra College. The left side features photos of Blind Dave Heeley, a smiling couple and an eye examination. The right side highlights four parts of the event: guest speakers, information stands, wellbeing activities, and advice and support.

If you’re joining us for our Wellbeing Day this Friday, designed for people living with sight loss, here’s what’s in sto...
04/08/2026

If you’re joining us for our Wellbeing Day this Friday, designed for people living with sight loss, here’s what’s in store. 👇

In the first hall, you’ll find stalls from charities, organisations and local services offering information, resources, guidance and signposting. They’ll be there throughout the day, so you can take your time, ask questions and speak to whoever feels most useful to you.

There will also be a refreshment area with tea and coffee, space to sit and chat, and a light lunch available from 12pm.

In the second hall, talks and workshops will run throughout the day. These will include practical kitchen skills, scam-awareness advice from Birmingham Trading Standards, a mental wellbeing session with Mind and more.

Blind Dave Heeley MBE DL will also be opening the event!

Take part in as much or as little as you like, move between the two halls at your own pace and enjoy the day in the way that works best for you.

𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟕 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭, 𝟏𝟏𝐚𝐦–𝟐𝐩𝐦
Queen Alexandra College, Harborne

Attendance is free, but please reserve your place in advance: https://www.focusbirmingham.org.uk/Event/wellbeing-day-2026

Image description: A yellow, two-panel graphic promoting Focus Birmingham’s Wellbeing Day at Queen Alexandra College. The left side features photos of Blind Dave Heeley, a smiling couple and an eye examination. The right side highlights four parts of the event: guest speakers, information stands, wellbeing activities, and advice and support.

One of the most useful things to learn after losing your sight is how to make everyday technology work for you.Simple ch...
29/07/2026

One of the most useful things to learn after losing your sight is how to make everyday technology work for you.

Simple changes to your phone, tablet or computer - such as increasing text size, using voice controls or turning on screen-reading features - can make everyday tasks feel much more manageable.

That is just one of the areas covered in our Living With Sight Loss course. It offers advice on technology, support services and techniques that can make daily life easier. It is also a chance to meet other people with sight loss, share experiences and learn from one another.

If you or someone you know could benefit, get in touch with our team to find out more or book a place.

Upcoming sessions:

𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬, 𝟏𝟎𝐚𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝟏𝟐.𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦
24 August to 21 September
26 October to 16 November

𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬, 𝟏𝐩𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝟒𝐩𝐦
30 July to 20 August
1 October to 22 October
26 November to 17 December

To book your place, call 0121 393 4849 or email [email protected] or [email protected].

Image descriptions: Two yellow and dark blue graphics about the Living Well With Sight Loss course.The first graphic introduces the free 4-week course and includes booking contact details. The second graphic lists upcoming Monday and Thursday course dates.

What do we need to talk about more when we talk about living well with sight loss?Is it the uncertainty that can follow ...
28/07/2026

What do we need to talk about more when we talk about living well with sight loss?

Is it the uncertainty that can follow a diagnosis?

The challenge of knowing where to turn for support?

Or the importance of speaking to people who truly understand what living with sight loss feels like?

Wellbeing is about so much more than health, which is why we’re holding our 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 7 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 at Queen Alexandra College (QAC) Official Site.

Designed for people living with sight loss, together with their families, carers and supporters, the day brings specialist organisations, services and community groups together in one place.

Whether you're looking for advice, emotional support, information, demonstrations or simply the opportunity to meet others who understand, you'll find people ready to help - because no one should have to navigate sight loss alone.

What do you think needs to be talked about more when it comes to living with sight loss?

If you or someone you know could benefit from the day, we'd love to welcome you.

Book your free place: https://www.focusbirmingham.org.uk/Event/wellbeing-day-2026

Image description: A smiling couple sit together in a garden, each holding a colourful mug. The man has his arm around the woman as they smile towards the camera. Decorative curved lines and arrows frame the image.

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48-62 Woodville Road
Birmingham
B179AT

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

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