Help and Support for Visually Impaired Children and their Families
Useful Vision is a registered charity providing positive opportunities and fun-packed events for blind or partially sighted children around the North East. We work with children and their families to give them the help they need to flourish.
Our Mission is to provide accessible, positive opportunities and activities to visually impaired children and their families throughout the North East region. We support children so that they can learn new skills and make new friends – reducing social isolation through increased confidence and self-esteem.
About Useful VisionWhat we do
Resources, Help and Support
As a key part of our service we offer practical advice and emotional support for children, siblings and families from early years through to young adulthood.
We’ve collected together some useful resources to provide help, assistance, and guidance for blind or visually impaired children and their families.
ResourcesOur Events
Our huge range of imaginative activities, relaxed family events and skills workshops are designed to meet the needs of visually impaired children of all ages and abilities. Here’s what is coming up:
14
Nov
Family Activities
Zoom Choir
Join us in our first three sessions of our new virtual choir using Zoom. Jenny Brewis, who ran our regular…
View Event28
Nov
Family Activities
Zoom Choir
Jenny Brewis, who ran our regular choir before lockdown, has very kindly agreed to set up an online choir for…
View Event12
Dec
Family Activities
Zoom Choir
Jenny Brewis, who ran our regular choir before lockdown, has very kindly agreed to set up an online choir for…
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Q & A session to share experiences of SEND services for children and young people in South Tyneside
3 virtual Q & A sessions have been arranged by South Tyneside Council to give parents and carers an opportunity…
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The National Lottery Community Fund
We are delighted to receive funding from the Coronavirus Community Support Fund, distributed by The National Lottery Community Fund to…
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Accessible Public Transport
New regulations for 2021 state that all ‘quiet running’ vehicles, including electric buses, must emit a noise to ensure pedestrians…
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Volunteer
We’re always in need of friendly, reliable people to lend a hand. Whether it's helping on one of our event days, bringing the community together, or supporting in the office - we'd love to hear from you if you can help.
Join our friendly team, build your experience, and make a real difference today.
Our Volunteer Roles"I feel so lucky to have this fantastic charity here in the North East. Thank you for everything."
"Everyone was so approachable, our children felt comfortable to talk to them and join in"
"Great family orientated charity, giving fabulous experiences for all."
"It was good not to be the only family with a child with learning disabilities at a venue"
"This was the first time I have been to an event and went home stress free and relaxed. Thank you so much it was amazing!"
Our Supporters
