Welcome to Sight Support West of England
If you’re blind or partially sighted, or starting to experience changes in your vision, we’re here with information, advice and a wide range of services to help you stay independent, active and enjoying what matters to you.
How We Can Help
Looking for advice or information about living with sight loss? Find out how our services and resources can support you.
Newly Diagnosed?
If you're adjusting to a new diagnosis, we’re here with information, emotional support and advice to help you move forward.
Information and Resources
Practical guides, tips and trusted information to help you live with sight loss – covering daily life, technology, health, employment and more.
What's on
Up-coming events in your area, from information and advice sessions to social groups and sporting events.
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Update on our Thornbury charity shop
We are sadly closing our Thornbury charity shop on 4 April 2026, but ongoing support will still be available locally through our new advice hub.
New digital skills courses covering accessibility features and screen readers
New Digital Skills courses will help blind and partially sighted people use smartphones and tablets with accessibility features or screen readers.
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Showdown Have a Go Day – Bristol
We are exploring plans to start a regular Showdown club in Bristol and are hosting a Have a Go Day so people can come along and try the sport. Showdown...