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East Lothian and Midlothian Health and Social Care Partnerships announce new service provider for people with sight loss

East Lothian and Midlothian Health and Social Care Partnerships (HSCPs) have announced Sight Scotland as their new service provider for people with sight loss.

Walking 165 miles to Edinburgh's sights

Kirsty Smith says committing to a Sight for Sight Challenge is a great motivator to get out and exercise during lockdown. The keen walker raised more than £1400 in just 20 days.

Sight Scotland launches Lothians support line to tackle need for family support for sight loss

Press release: Sight Scotland has launched a telephone helpline providing support to people with sight loss and their families.

Time for politicians to focus on sight loss, says Sight Scotland

Press release: Sight Scotland launches its manifesto for the Holyrood elections in May with a call for the next parliament to focus on better support for thousands​ of Scots affected by sight loss. 

Lack of awareness increasing risk of sight loss

Press release: Scotland’s leading sight loss charity is calling for action to raise awareness of risk factors for sight loss, including poor diet and lack of exercise. 

Treading the boards as a person with visual impairment

Kirin Saeed, who is registered blind, has written a play about her relationship with her care worker.

Thank you for your support in 2020

The Royal Blind School's Christmas Grinch has a message to share...

New Head of Learning for Sight Scotland

Press release: Sight Scotland has appointed a new Head of Learning to lead the Royal Blind School and the charity's growing education outreach service.

Volunteers make a magic difference

Today is International Volunteers Day 2020, and we'd like to offer a huge thank you to everyone who has volunteered for us this year.

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