Carlisle Sight Support Services
Aids & Equipment
We have a display of specialised equipment which you can try.
Vision Support and Empowerment
The Vision Support Officer can visit visually impaired people in Carlisle and surrounding areas, offering practical advice on lighting and low vision aids, such as magnifiers, Talking Book machines, talking watches and clocks. Information and assistance can also be provided regarding technical equipment.
The Vision Support Officer can also assess for any other support needed and refer accordingly to other agencies.
Our aim is to help visually impaired people to lead an independent lifestyle.
Home Support Service
Our Support Workers visit mainly elderly people, to read mail, write letters, etc. The aim of the scheme is to help people to live as independently as possible in their own homes.
Information & Advice
We can help by advising you ourselves or signposting you in the right direction. Visual Awareness Training Sessions given by qualified staff also talks to local groups, such as Brownies, Scouts and the Women’s Institute, can be arranged.
Socials & Support Groups
- Coffee Time at Number 9 - First Thursday in the month (11am to 12:30pm) at the Resource Centre, Brunswick St. Carlisle. - Refreshments, Occasional Speakers and just an opportunity for a good chat.
- Brampton Tea & Chat - Second Tuesday in the month (11am - 12 noon) at St. Martins Church Cottage, Brampton.
- Gourmet Gossip - Third Thursday in the month (11am - 1pm) at the Resource Centre, Brunswick St. Carlisle - Soup and a sandwich and a bit of craic.
- Glaucoma Support Group - Last Tuesday i the month (10.30am to 12 noon) at the Resource Centre, Brunswick St. Carlisle.
- Dalston Tea & Chat - Last Friday in the month (11am - 12 noon) at the Victory Hall, Dalston.
- Charles Bonnet Syndrome Support Group - Bi-monthly Friday meeting (10.30 - 12 noon) at the Resource Centre, Brunswick St. Carlisle.
Free Membership
Membership is Free and you will also receive regular newsletters in large print or on memory sticks.