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Sight Loss Shropshire Holistic support for visually impaired people of all ages who live in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin | Est. 1922

Our work includes the following:

- Providing grants to help visually impaired people to acquire specialist aids and equipment

- Supporting a network of local social groups for visually impaired people who meet in every part of our area by funding room rentals, transport and refreshments

- Working with our partners to ensure that visually impaired people have a voice, so that service providers meet their needs

- Provide free of charge Living Well with Sight Loss courses: information, advice, support and practical solutions for people with sight loss and those close to them.

Today was committee meeting day! Our sounding board and idea sharers getting together to chat, plan and make things happ...
04/11/2026

Today was committee meeting day!

Our sounding board and idea sharers getting together to chat, plan and make things happen, ably supported by our very own four-legged colleague, Guide Dog Olive.

Always good to have a little extra paws-itivity in the room! 🐾

Meet, Share & Socialise: Join us for a friendly, relaxed get-together where you can share experiences, enjoy a chat and ...
30/10/2026

Meet, Share & Socialise: Join us for a friendly, relaxed get-together where you can share experiences, enjoy a chat and connect with people who understand life with sight loss.

📍 Shrewsbury
🗓️ Saturday 7 November, 10.30am
☕ Palmer’s, Baptist Church, Claremont Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1QG

📍 Telford
🗓️ Saturday 5 December, 11am
☕ Coffee #1, Northfield Street, Telford, TF3 4BL (by Telford bus station)

Whether you’re a regular or thinking of coming along for the first time, you’ll be very welcome!

To find out more or let us know you’re coming, contact Penny or the team on 07778 956096 or email [email protected].

Please share with anyone who might like to join us! 🧡

Image: Promotional graphic for a Working Age Group Social hosted by Sight Loss Shropshire, featuring photos of people chatting around tables and drinking coffee.

Technology can feel daunting when you’re living with sight loss, but the right support can make all the difference.Throu...
29/10/2026

Technology can feel daunting when you’re living with sight loss, but the right support can make all the difference.

Through our free digital skills training, supported by Shropshire Council, we offer practical, one-to-one support to help people who are blind or partially sighted get more from their smartphones, tablets and other devices.

For Michael, it was about feeling more confident using his phone and staying connected with others.

Here’s what he had to say:
“Vicki and her assistant did a great job with my phone and helped me to get back in control. I am very grateful for the help, thank you.”

Read the full story here: https://sightlossshropshire.org.uk/blog/from-anxiety-to-confidence-michaels-digital-skills-journey/

If you or someone you know could benefit from free, tailored support through the Shropshire Digital Skills Programme, we'd love to hear from you.

Image: Michael seated in his home, with his dog on his lap.

Coming up next week: Our free Living Well with Sight Loss phone course offers practical tips, shared experiences and rea...
27/10/2026

Coming up next week: Our free Living Well with Sight Loss phone course offers practical tips, shared experiences and reassurance for people adjusting to changes in their vision.

Explore everyday skills, assistive technology and ways to maintain independence - all by phone, with no special tech needed.

📅 2, 9, 16 & 23 September

Advance booking is essential - get in touch to join us on 07778 956096.

Image: Graphic promoting free Living Well with Sight Loss telephone sessions, and photo of a person listening on a phone.

Our Ludlow and Oswestry Sight Loss Opportunity Groups will soon be holding their final meetings of the year before retur...
26/10/2026

Our Ludlow and Oswestry Sight Loss Opportunity Groups will soon be holding their final meetings of the year before returning in February.

If you’ve been meaning to come along, why not join us for a friendly chat, a cuppa and the chance to connect with others living with sight loss?

📍 Oswestry: Wednesday 4 November, 10.30am–12.30pm at Oswestry Library

📍 Ludlow: Monday 16 November, 10.30am–12.30pm at Ludlow Library

Meetings are free to attend, with small donations towards refreshments always appreciated.

We’d love to see you there! 🧡

👉 Discover more about local groups near you: https://sightlossshropshire.org.uk/our-services/network-of-local-social-groups/

Image: Photo of people chatting over coffee.

For people living with sight loss, everyday tasks like reading letters or checking post can sometimes be challenging, an...
23/10/2026

For people living with sight loss, everyday tasks like reading letters or checking post can sometimes be challenging, and may mean relying on someone else for help.

But technology can offer new ways to do things independently, with greater confidence, privacy and control.

In our Tech Talk Series, our Tech Coordinator, Vicki, shares practical tips, useful tools and accessible technology to help make everyday life easier.

Discover how the right technology can open up new possibilities and support greater independence - listen or watch on our website: https://sightlossshropshire.org.uk/our-services/tech-training-visually-impaired/tech-talk-series/

Image: Hands holding a tablet displaying Sight Loss Shropshire’s Tech Talk with Vicki, Episode 2: Most Useful Apps.

Calling all visually impaired young people aged 14–25! Join us for a fun, festive creative session with Gifted Crafts a...
21/10/2026

Calling all visually impaired young people aged 14–25!

Join us for a fun, festive creative session with Gifted Crafts and make your own unique Christmas gifts using eco resin, a versatile material that lets you experiment with different colours, styles and finishes.

Come along, try something new, meet new friends and have fun! Friends and family members are welcome too.

📅 Saturday 28 November 2026
⏰ 2–4pm
📍 Hadnall Village Hall, Shrewsbury
💷 £5 per person

Booking is essential and places are limited! Contact Penny at Sight Loss Shropshire on 07413 410417 to book yours.

We can’t wait to get creative with you! 🧡

Image: Eco resin workshop graphic showing handmade resin crafts, with details of the workshop for visually impaired young people on 28 November 2026.

Getting online can open up a world of opportunities, from staying in touch with loved ones to shopping, banking and acce...
20/10/2026

Getting online can open up a world of opportunities, from staying in touch with loved ones to shopping, banking and accessing information independently.

But if you’re living with sight loss, using digital devices can sometimes feel challenging. That’s where our free Digital Skills Service can help!

We offer support to help people build their confidence with technology, explore accessibility features and make the most of smartphones and tablets.

Whether you’re just getting started or want to learn something new, we’re here to help you get connected.

Get in touch to discover how our free digital skills support could help you.

Image: Black and white photo of hands holding smartphone.

A wheel-y good time in Shrewsbury! 🚴‍♂️Our Working Age Group members had a fantastic time trying out adaptive cycling la...
07/10/2026

A wheel-y good time in Shrewsbury! 🚴‍♂️

Our Working Age Group members had a fantastic time trying out adaptive cycling last week. A big thank you to Cycling4All Shropshire for joining us and bringing along a selection of demo bikes for everyone to try.

Images: Members try out adapted trikes in Shrewsbury.

07/10/2026

The next Mike Newman in training?!

Video description: clips of young people with sight loss driving high speed racing simulators at our recent event with Perfect Acceleration.

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Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 14:30
Tuesday 09:00 - 14:30
Wednesday 09:00 - 14:30
Thursday 09:00 - 14:30
Friday 09:00 - 14:30

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+447778956096

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