Lakes Vision Services

13/05/2026

We have some exciting news

We are delighted to announce the new name of our charity, chosen by you!

🌟Sight Support West Cumbria 🌟

Previously known as West Cumbria Society for the Blind, we would like to thank all of our service users who responded to our name change consultations and provided feedback and suggestions. We have only been able to make this change through your input and support!

We think that the new name better reflects the work we do and hope that it will help us reach more people seeking support.

We have exciting plans to grow our charity and deliver new services, but we will continue to offer the same high level of support to people living with visual impairments in West Cumbria.

22/04/2026

22/10/2025

Tech for Life – Today at Carlisle Sight Support!

Join us for our next Tech for Life session, helping people with sight loss make the most of everyday technology.
Whether you’re looking to get started with your smartphone, explore accessibility tools, or simply build confidence using tech — we’re here to help.

✅ Free, friendly one-to-one support
✅ Drop-in and appointment sessions available
📍 Carlisle Sight Support - Starts 10.30am
💡 Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund
💬 Delivered by Lakes Vision Services

Come along today and discover how technology can empower your everyday life.

Can't make today, we have another session this Friday (24th Oct) and every Wednesday & Friday as well as Tuesday's at Cornerstone

19/09/2025

Help bryony fielding raise money to support UK Sepsis Trust

19/08/2025

Good morning everyone,

I wanted to give you a further update about the next edition of In Touch. Today, I’ll be joining the show to discuss the newly introduced licensing rules for JAWS, Fusion, and other Freedom Scientific products.

You may have heard that Spearow, the holding company for Freedom Scientific, has now brought in a subscription-based license for JAWS in the UK — something I believe is incredibly costly. I had a call from Beth, the producer, who asked for my thoughts on this change, and I’ll be sharing my views during the programme.

I’d encourage you to tune in, listen to the discussion, and, if the opportunity arises, share your own comments too. It’s an important topic that affects many of us, and hearing a range of perspectives will be really valuable.

Thanks, and take care all.

Listen now - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b006qxww

15/08/2025

Good morning everyone. I just wanted to give you all a heads up on the next addition of in touch coming up next week. There will be a feature on it with regards to the new licensing rules for jobs for windows on the freedom scientific products, fusion et cetera so please listen to the show next week and add your comments in if the opportunity arises during the show. I had a call from Beth the producer yesterday asking my view and opinion on the new licensing rules. If you are not aware the Spearow the Holding company for freedom scientific has now introduced a subscription based license for Jaws in the UK which, I think is incredibly expensive. Have a listen to what people say on the show and you can make up your own mind. Many thanks and take care all. 

18/07/2025

📣 Big News for Carlisle!
We’re proud to launch a brand new 2-year project supporting visually impaired people to get the most out of everyday tech.
Whether it's a smartphone, tablet, e-reader, or magnifier — we’re here to help you stay connected and confident.

✅ Free one-to-one support
✅ Drop-in and appointment sessions available
✅ Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund
📍 In partnership with Carlisle Sight Support