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:
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Oct
Family Activities
Tim Lamb Children’s Centre
Have a fun packed day a the Tim Lamb Childrens centre. We have exclusive use of all the facilities incluidng;…
View Event29
Oct
Family Activities
BBC Interactive Tour
If you like watching television this could be the day out you have been waiting for. You will step into…
View Event30
Oct
Family Activities
Ice Skating Billingham
Suitable for all abilities, whether you are a first timer or a seasoned professional you will enjoy a great experience. …
View Event31
Oct
Family Activities
Halloween at Hall Hill Farm
Explore the Halloween Maze and have a try at wizard school or pumpkin carving. There are lots of animals to…
View Event02
Nov
Family Activities
Showcase Cinema Teesside – Abominable
Watch Abominable, the story of a magical Yeti that must return to his family , at the Showcase Cinema in…
View Event09
Nov
Skills Workshops
Dance Workshop
Learn a variety of dance styles and moves at our exclusive dance session. A qualified teacher leading the session alongside…
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Fundraising
Thank you Esh!
The Trustees of Useful Vision are extremely grateful to the Esh Foundation for their very generous donation of £1000 towards…
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Fundraising
Production Manager at EGGER Raises Funds
Noel Urwin, a Production Manager at Egger UK Hexham plant has raised money by running at various organised runs last year…
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Fundraising
Thank you to the Ballinger Charitable Trust
We would like to thank Trustees of the Ballinger Charitable Trust for their generous donation of £30,600 to Useful Vision…
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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
