Author: Louise Calpin

Updated Notice – MySight York Relocation

Posted: Monday 21 October 2024 | Louise Calpin

Since leaving Merchantgate at the end of August, we’ve been working remotely and continuing services via phone or temporary venues while finalising the new premises. We anticipate opening our doors very soon. There may still be minor disruptions during this final setup stage, but our team remains available remotely on 01904 636269 for any support […]

Important Notice – MySight York Relocation

Posted: Tuesday 20 August 2024 | Louise Calpin

This move represents an exciting step forward for MySight York, and we are looking forward to welcoming you to our new space once it is ready. As we move, there will be some disruption to our regular activities. This is necessary as we temporarily work from home and place some of our equipment and materials […]

RNIB Would Like To Learn About Your General Election Voting Experience

Posted: Thursday 1 August 2024 | Louise Calpin

Your experiences form the basis for RNIB’s “Turned Out” reports which they share with the UK Government and the Electoral Commission to keep the pressure up for improvements in the accessibility of voting. This evidence is hugely important if we are to bring about change. RNIB’s past reports have contributed to improved Electoral Commission guidance […]

Age UK York Teams Up With York Leisure Centre To Offer A Weekly Activity Session For Older Residents (60+)

Posted: Friday 26 July 2024 | Louise Calpin

Participants can meet with others to play badminton, table tennis, pickleball, or attend a basic circuits or aqua class. You get to choose what you take part in and no experience is needed – come along to try something new. Free tea and coffee is available and York Leisure Centre has a café if you […]

York Golf Club Raises £10,000 for MySight York

Posted: Monday 8 July 2024 | Louise Calpin

Over the past year, members of York Golf Club and MySight York embraced the opportunity to make a difference for local people living with sight loss. Through various fundraising efforts, including a tombola, a Christmas Fair, a charity golf challenge and social gatherings, the club’s members and supporters have contributed to this worthy cause.   […]

MySight York Chief Executive Scott Jobson statement on General Election

Posted: Friday 5 July 2024 | Louise Calpin

We look forward to collaborating closely with both Luke and Rachael to continue advocating for blind and partially sighted people here in York. Their roles are crucial in helping us drive positive change, enhance accessibility, and provide better support services.   Let’s work together to build a brighter future and make York a more inclusive […]

Accessibility and You – Take part in AccessAble’s survey

Posted: Tuesday 16 April 2024 | Louise Calpin

Providing this information helps to ‘take the chance out of going out’ for disabled people, who can use these Detailed Access Guides to assess whether a venue they would like to visit is suitable for their access needs. A study AccessAble conducted in 2018 highlighted the major accessibility gap for disabled people in the UK. […]

Community Connect – Blind Golf – Have A Go Days

Posted: Monday 26 February 2024 | Louise Calpin

As a part of the Community Connect project, England and Wales Blind Golf are collaborating with MySight York and City of York Council, to run some Have A Go Days throughout the year at local driving ranges with tuition included for all ages. Golf is a great way for families to share quality time together, […]

Help University of York to estimate the value of creative audio description!

Posted: Tuesday 9 January 2024 | Louise Calpin

They are looking for typically developing children and teenagers who are blind or have residual vision, willing to take part in a study involving watching a video animation and a short interview. Total estimated time: 30 min. Meetings (at your convenience) will happen in the UoY School of Arts and Creative Technologies, Heslington, York, or […]

MySight York’s Urgent Appeal This Christmas

Posted: Tuesday 5 December 2023 | Louise Calpin

We are asking members, their friends and relatives if they can give a one-off gift this Christmas? Or could you become a supporter, giving a regular amount each month? £100 provides a volunteer befriender to someone living with sight loss for all of 2024. £50 covers an appointment at our Equipment and Information Centre, where […]