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RAF veteran who served in the Far East reveals VJ Day diary

This article was first published in August 2020 when Sight Scotland Veterans was known as Scottish War Blinded.  

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Mental Health Awareness Week 2020: Top tips for mental wellbeing

This article was first published in May 2020 when Sight Scotland Veterans was known as Scottish War Blinded.

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WWII Desert Rat shares experiences of battle in Africa and Europe

An Army veteran who was involved in the Western Desert Campaign in Africa and the Normandy Landings recalls his experience of serving in harsh and unforgiving terrain throughout the Second World War.

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Rutherglen veteran and former WWII telegram boy recalls Glasgow VE Day memories

Press release: A former World War Two telegram boy has recalled memories of life in wartime Glasgow to mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day. 

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Specialist digital devices are lockdown 'godsend' for Scottish War Blinded veterans with sight loss

Press release: Veterans with sight loss are keeping connected during lockdown thanks to "godsend" digital devices featuring specialise vision impairment equipment.

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Sight Scotland Veterans unveils virtual gallery of veterans' Kelvingrove exhibition

Explore our virtual art gallery, featuring work by veterans with sight loss who create in the Hawkhead Centre's art room.

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Blind Fife veteran shortlisted for Role Model of the Year award

Press release: A blind veteran from Fife has been shortlisted for the ‘Role Model of the Year award in this year's Scottish Veterans Awards - nominated by charity Scottish War Blinded.

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Houston veteran shortlisted for Volunteer of the Year award for work with Scottish War Blinded's veterans with sight loss

Press release: A Houston veteran has been shortlisted for the Volunteer of the Year award in this year's Scottish Veterans Awards - nominated by charity Scottish War Blinded.

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Our new names

We are proud to announce the new names of our two sister charities and share why we changed our names. We’ve continually adapted to ensure we're there for people with sight loss, and will be there in the future too.

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About us

For over 230 years, we have been supporting people impacted by visual impairment. We are one of Scotland's oldest charities and we're dedicated to empowering blind and partially sighted people to lead fulfilling lives.

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