Vision North Somerset

19/06/2026

One for your diary
Date Tuesday 30th June, 11am - 2pm

Vision Zone with Optelec UK - solutions for Low Vision and other sight support organisations, including:-
Vision North Somerset
Synapptic
Bristol Braille Technology
Macular Group Leader
Blind Veterans
Citizens Advice
Voluntary Action North Somerset
Swansea Libraries

The first image below shows Vision North Somerset demonstrating the Meta Glasses during the day. The second image advertises the event and those attending, as listed above.

19/06/2026

MEETING ROOM HIRE
WESTON-SUPER-MARE
We have some limited availability of our lovely meeting room in Weston-super-Mare.
✔️ Projector ✔️ Kitchen with microwave ✔️ Whiteboard ✔️ Adjustable lighting ✔️ Serviced refreshments by request ✔️ Terrace ✔️ Two parking places
Rental is £25.00 per hour. To check availability, call 01934 419393 or message [email protected]

Pictures under this post show the interior and exterior of the room, the kitchen area, the fully accessible entrance and the terrace. The room hold max 50 people, with a wooden effect floor and a high central pyramid ceiling. Tables and the padded chairs can be moved around to suit your needs. The kitchen is set off to the side of the main room. Facilities include an urn, kettle, crockery, microwave and sink. Accessible toilets are next to the room. One wall features sliding doors onto the small terrace, about 1.5m wide and the full length of the room. You are able to access the garden.

18/06/2026

By entering this month's North Somerset Community Lottery, you could be in with a chance to win a £1,000 Ikea gift card or a £1,000 cash prize.

Tickets are £1 each, 50% of which directly supports us here at Vision North Somerset.

Thank you for your support.

The image below has a blue background with pictures of Ikea's sitting room and dining room furniture.

18/06/2026

On Tuesday, 30th June, 11 am - 2 pm, Optelec UK - solutions for Low Vision is running an event to demonstrate products that help people with low vision. Alongside them are the CAB, Macular Society, VANS, Synapptic, Orcam and Bristol Braille.

We have just Blind Veterans sign up for the event as well.

The staff of Vision North Somerset will be on hand to talk to you about our services and what we can do to support people with sight and hearing loss.

There will be refreshments and cake available. We hope to see you there.

16/06/2026

"I thought I just needed new glasses."

Many people don't realise that the gradual changes they're experiencing could be caused by cataracts.

Common signs include:
✔️ Blurred or cloudy vision
✔️ Difficulty seeing in bright light
✔️ Increased glare from headlights
✔️ Colours appearing faded

The good news is that support is available at every stage of the journey. From diagnosis through to treatment and recovery, the right advice and low vision aids can help people continue enjoying everyday activities and maintain their independence.

This Cataract Awareness Month, let's help raise awareness of the signs and encourage regular eye examinations.

16/06/2026

If you're interested in Smart Glasses and would like to try a pair of Ray-Ban Meta, we will be running demonstrations at the Optelec UK - solutions for Low Vision event at Neva Road on Tuesday, 30 June, between 11am and 2pm.

No need to book, just come along.

The image below is of the Ray-Ban Meta next to their brown charging case

15/06/2026

On Tuesday, 30th June, Optelec UK - solutions for Low Vision are holding their 'Solution for Low Vision Day' with several providers, VANS, CAB and of course, us here at Vision North Somerset.

The event is being held in our lovely Bradbury Room, at 3 Neva Road. We would love you all to join us between 11am and 2pm.

- We will be demonstrating the RayBan smart glasses.
- We have items of ex-stock for sale, so you can grab a bargain,
- We will have refreshments available, including a nice slice of cake.

No need to book a place, just come along.

The image below lists the following suppliers and organisations.
Vision North Somerset, Citizens Advice, Voluntary Action North Somerset, Optelec, Synapptic, Orcam and Bristol Braille

07/06/2026

We did it! And smashed our target - though there's still time to donate!

❤️ Thank you so much to everyone who has donated so far. You are all just wonderful! We're chuffed!

Www.justgiving.com/page/vnssponsoredwalk

❤️ Massive thanks to the dedicated members at
Nailsea & Backwell Rotary who make this event happen each year.

The staff team at VNS made a (very!) last minute entry to the Nailsea & Backwell Rotary Charity 5k as part of our own National Volunteering Week efforts. We've raised £650 (with Gift Aid) towards our hubs and activities programme for people with visual impairments. There's still a little more to add too, so your kind donations will bring us in at around ❤️ £700 ❤️

If you'd like to help take us up to our stretch target of 😍£1000 😍, you can donate

- at Just Giving, www.justgiving.com/page/vnssponsoredwalk
- by cheque made out to Vision North Somerset
- by cash at our Weston base

Charity reg 1165364
3 Neva Road, WsM, BS23 1YD

[Access: Four pictures below are captioned]

06/06/2026

We're so close to our target! Thanks, all!

Our staff team will be at the Charity 5k this weekend!

Thank you SO much to everyone who has donated so far. To help,
You can sponsor us here:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/vnssponsoredwalk
This the staff team at Vision North Somerset is giving up their time to raise funds for our charity.

+ Donate here https://www.justgiving.com/page/vnssponsoredwalk
+ Drop some spare change into one of our pink elephant collecting tins (there are over a hundred in shops and other places around the county. Call us to find your nearest!)
+ Pop into our Neva Road base to donate by card, cash or cheque
+ Drop a cheque in the post (mark the envelope 'volunteers' week, and make it our to 'Vision North Somerset'. Please include your address and phone number)

We're aiming to raise £500 this Sunday to add to our total. Please share this post! ❤️

Vision North Somerset is a registered charity, number 1165364. 3 Neva Road, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1YD. 01934 419393.

05/06/2026

Supporting your child at school with technology

If your child is blind or partially sighted, accessing learning at school can bring different challenges at different stages. Join us on Thursday 18 June for a special Parents Virtual Hub session with the education team at Thomas Pocklington Trust
They will share practical advice on:
• how technology can support your child at school
• practical tips to help them get the most from technology
• some of the tools and approaches that may help
• where to find further help and guidance
There will also be time to ask questions and hear from other parents who understand.

Thursday 18 June, 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Online via Microsoft Teams

This session is part of our Parents Virtual Hub, a friendly space for parents of children and young people with a vision impairment to connect and share experiences. To find out more or book your place, call us on 0117 322 4885.



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