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Explained: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)

WEBAge-related macular degeneration, also commonly referred to as AMD, is the most common eye condition in the older population. The disease is most common in the over 50’s and …

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New study finds people left to cope alone with emotional impact …

WEBThe mental health problems that arise from sight loss are too often sidelined, leaving people to cope with depression and anxiety on their own according to a major new study …

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Top five tips for eye health in older people Sight Scotland

WEBHere she gives her top five tips for eye health in older people. 1. Get a healthy balanced diet and vitamins. We should all be eating a healthy diet regardless of how many …

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Sight Scotland. Educating & Supporting People With …

WEBCare. Sometimes sight loss can make it difficult to live independently - especially when combined with other disabilities and health needs. Sight Scotland is committed to …

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The Benefits Of Braille

WEBBraille allows blind and partially sighted people to learn spelling, grammar and punctuation and gain an understanding of how text is formatted on the page. Individuals learn in …

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Glaucoma, what are the signs, symptoms and treatments

WEBTreatment. Glaucoma cannot be cured or reversed but with the right medical treatment, the damage can be slowed or in some cases, stopped. Glaucoma can be …

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Registering as sight impaired or severely sight impaired in Scotland

WEBIn Scotland, the Certificate of Vision Impairment (CVI) certifies someone as ‘sight impaired’ or ‘severely sight impaired’. Being registered means that you will be added to your local …

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Sight Scotland, The Scottish Charity For Vision-Impaired …

WEBSee as we see. We are one of Scotland’s oldest charities and have been dedicated to meeting the challenges of visual impairment for over two centuries. We’re a diverse …

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Braille facts Sight Scotland

WEBBraille is a tactile reading and writing system. It opens up the written word to blind and visually impaired people. Here are ten facts about braille to help you learn more about …

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Sight Scotland Supports Vision-Impaired People Of All Ages

WEBBut it needn't be like that. With the right support, life can be very different. Which is where we come in. We offer a range of services spanning all ages. Find out how we can help …

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An introduction to the Canaan Barrie On Body Sign System

WEBThe sign system was developed at the Royal Blind School in Edinburgh. It is used to communicate with children who have multiple disabilities, as well as visual impairment. …

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School For Blind & Visually Impaired Children In Scotland

WEBThe Royal Blind School. The Royal Blind School provides specialist education, care and learning to children and young people with visual impairment, including those with …

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Ophthalmology waiting times continue to rise. Sight Scotland

WEBNewly released figures from Public Health Scotland show that 36% of new outpatients had to wait over 16 weeks for ophthalmology appointments in Scotland. The …

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Employee benefits Sight Scotland

WEBOur Benefits Hub with special offers and savings on health and beauty, fitness, cinema tickets and shopping, through our Employee Assistance Programme. Discounts for …

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New Directors for Scotland's largest sight loss charity

WEBScotland’s largest vision impairment organisation has announced the appointment of two new Directors as it celebrates its 225th Anniversary.Hawys Kilday …

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Sight Scotland and Visibility Scotland launch new partnership

WEBOn 1 April 2021, sight loss charities Sight Scotland and Visibility Scotland started contracts as the new providers of Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership’s (EHSCP) …

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Residential School For Visually Impaired Children & Young People

WEBYour child's team Our dedicated team, which includes qualified residential care workers and nurses, provides 24-hour care and support and is complemented by input from therapy …

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Career Opportunities At Sight Scotland

WEBHere's a summary of the employee benefits we can offer you in exchange for your skills and commitment to us. Our financial benefits include a generous pension scheme, access to …

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SOCIAL CONNECTIONS AND SIGHT LOSS

WEB90% The vast majority of respondents had some experience of loneliness. The survey was conducted through questionnaires and interviews amongst both young and older people …

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