How We Help

We aim to help with all aspects of life with sight loss.

Starting with a member of staff based in York Hospital’s Eye Clinic, our aim is to support you every step of the way, from advice on specialist equipment, to social activities, home visiting and vital emotional support.

There is more information on all of our services below.

Two people in the Equipment and Information Centre, one of them is holding a phone.
MySight York's Equipment Centre - there are cabinets with displays of the different equipment all along the top. There is also shelves with equipment on display.

Equipment and Information

Our Sight Loss Advisors offer specialist advice and support to help you manage the day to day challenges of living with sight loss.

A client, on a sensory walk, holding and feeling a leaf

Activities

We run a range of regular groups which give people the chance to share ideas, learn new skills and make friends. New members are always welcome.  

ECLO with patient

Hospital Eye Clinic

Our Sight Support Service at York Hospital Eye Clinic is there to ensure that high quality emotional support is available when you need it most.

Treasurer’s House Guided Touch Tour Consultation. Rebecca Allott, Visitor Experience Officer and four members, plus one volunteer, smiling at today's Treasurer's House consultation standing in the entrance area. There is also a Guide Dog standing in front of his owner, looking at the camera.

Community Connect

With funding from the National Lottery Reaching Communities Fund, our Community Connect Project aims to build strong relationships and improve accessibility to places that matter to the sight loss community.

A person receiving counselling

Counselling

Changes in your eyesight can sometimes be difficult to manage. Counselling is an opportunity to talk openly about how you feel in a confidential and supportive environment.

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Befriending

MySight York’s free befriending service can be accessed either over the phone or in person. The aim is to bring joy and positivity to those living with sight loss in York, helping to reduce loneliness, isolation and providing practical support.

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Accessible Technology

In today’s ever evolving digital world, accessible technology is changing how we live our day-to-day lives in many ways. From smartphones, tablets, apps and wearable technology, all designed to help you navigate the world in different ways.