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What do we do?
Sight for Wight is the local independent charity dedicated to providing information & support to visually impaired Islanders, their families, friends & carers.
News
Charity Ball
On Saturday 27th July Medina Lodge No. 35 held a Charity Ball in Cowes, to raise money for Sight for Wight, which is their chosen charity this year. There was a fabulous cabaret of Tony Mears and his wife Julie Wilson who entertained with songs from the 60's and 70's....
Summer Games
Our Mix and Mingle members, this week, are playing summer games and not put off by the wet weather today! Everyone is having fun!
Short Story Writing Competition 2024
Our short story writing competition is back after the success of last year’s which produced some very high quality entries. This is the 15th year of the competition; originally started by our patrons, RC Bridgestock, international crime writing authors. Chris Cane,...
Would you like to have a go on an electric Tandem Bike? If so, we can help!
Mayflower Theatre Trip
Yesterday (Thursday 9th May), Members, Volunteers and Staff went to Mayflower Theatre to watch Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Thank you to the Mayflower Theatre for really looking after us, everyone had a great time and were all singing the songs all the way back to the...
Events
Mix & Mingle Social Group
Our Thursday Social Group has a new name! The group meet every week from 10.30am till 2.00pm at Millbrooke House and give visually impaired people the chance to 'mix and mingle'! We have planned themes each week; e.g. beach day, pub quizzes, bingo, carnival day,...
Dress for Less Fashion Show
Dress for Less is hosting a fashion evening (TBC).
Wednesday Coffee & Chat
We hold a coffee morning each week on a Wednesday at Millbrooke House from 10.00am till 11.30am. All are welcome to join us for a cup of tea or coffee and cake. The cost is £1 and the group is open to all, not just Members. On the first Wednesday of each month we are...
Wednesday Low Vision Drop-in
Every Wednesday, we have a drop-in session which allows you to view and try low vision equipment we have at Sight for Wight without the need for an appointment. If this time is not convenient for you then you are welcome to call us to make an appointment to view our...
Monthly Book Group
Sight for Wight hold a book group on the second Wednesday of each month. The group runs from 2pm for about an hour and discuss the last month's book and then hand out the audible book for the next month. Books are available on USB stick or CD. There is no charge to...
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Our volunteers are the lifeblood of our charity. We estimate that over 200 hours a week are given by our volunteers to help and support visually impaired people on the island.
