Who are RNIB?
RNIB (Royal National Institute of Blind People) is one of the UK’s leading sight loss charities and the largest community of blind and partially sighted people.
RNIB recognise everyone’s unique experience of sight loss and offer help and support for blind and partially sighted people – this can be anything from practical and emotional support, campaigning for change, reading services as well as products offered in their online shop.
They are a catalyst for change – inspiring people with sight loss to transform their own personal experience, their community and, ultimately, society as a whole. They focus on giving people the help, support and tools they need to realise their aspirations.
Everyday 250 people begin to lose their sight. RNIB has a crucial role to play in creating a world where there are no barriers to people with sight loss. They want society, communities and individuals to see differently about sight loss.
Key Services:
- Children Young People and Families
- Talking Books
- Helpline
- Online Shop
- Sight Loss Advice team
- Technology for Life (including Grants)
- Legal Rights
- ECLOs
- Employment and work advice
Further information can be found on the RNIB website.
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