N-Vision is an independent charity which serves the areas of Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre and provides services and support to anyone with reduced vision living in the area regardless of age or means.The charity was first formed in 1910 and continues to provide services over 100 years later. Our services and activities include: Care Services: [...]
The secret of long life is regular exercise according to Hilda Johnson who has just joined the country’s exclusive centenarian club complete with congratulatory ‘welcome’ card from the Queen, 92. Hilda, who lives at our Princess Alexandra Home, was born in Todmorden 100 years ago. In her teens Hilda worked below stairs as a maid [...]
We are holding a Low Vision Clinic in Garstang Medical Practice on Wednesday 5th December. Stephanie Beasley, Brian Casey and Nick Hamlett from Associated Optical will be conducting low vision assessments and providing general low vision advice/support. Nick is also bringing a sample of the electronic aids which Associated Optical sell. This is the first [...]
If you are experiencing reduced vision you will not want to miss this exhibition of the latest, up to date products and services to help people with sight loss. It is bigger and better this year with exciting new products. Friday 28th September between 10.00am and 3.00pm Sharples Hall, Bosworth Place, Blackpool. FY4 1SH For [...]
It was worth the wait! That was the verdict after N-Vision’s very first Café Club in Blackpool. The Blackpool Fylde and Wyre Society for the Blind has been running monthly café clubs with great success at St Annes, Kirkham, Cleveleys, Poulton and Fleetwood – but the perfect setting for one in the heart of Blackpool [...]
N-Vision low vision worker Brian Casey, former racing driver, county squash player, sports mad, lost his sight to two sports injuries 27 years ago. He's just seen his wife for the very first time From a distance – apart from the trendy Star Trek like glasses – Brian and Beverly Casey look like any other [...]
Please come along and join us on the 11th May at Barton Grange Garden Centre where we will be promoting eye health and raising awareness of sight loss and the challenges faced by those who are blind and partially sighted. You will have the opportunity to meet our staff and volunteers to learn about sight loss and [...]
