Volunteer Team Update
This is an opportunity for all volunteers to come together socially with refreshments and entertainment and kept informed of all the latest news at Sight for Wight.
This is an opportunity for all volunteers to come together socially with refreshments and entertainment and kept informed of all the latest news at Sight for Wight.
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 […]
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 equipment. Please note if […]
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, music day and much more! Members bring along their own […]
It is recommended that all volunteers participate in this training to gain some understanding of and insight into sight loss as well as learning the essentials of sighted guide training. Refresher training every two years is recommended. Training will take place at Millbrooke House. Level 1 covers the training required to become a Community Sighted […]
Striders meet on the last Friday of every month. They walk on different routes around the Island and then finish off with lunch at a local pub or restaurant. The group is open to all visually impaired people who like longer walks in the countryside and, of course, there are always sighted guides on hand […]
SingAbout is a social singing activity run by Independent Arts. It can help to improve your memory, breathing, speech, movement and confidence. It is a great opportunity to meet new people and everyone is welcome. A variety of music is included, including traditional rounds and rhymes, songs from shows and music hall favourites as well […]
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 join the […]
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