We’re pleased to share the latest audio edition of the Partially Sighted Society Newsletter, now available to listen on YouTube.
This month’s episode brings together powerful lived experience, the latest developments in eye health research, education updates, and practical advice for anyone living with or supporting sight loss across the UK.
Listen here: https://youtu.be/KQSblWwSNgU
In this episode, we explore:
Living with “Invisible” Sight Loss
Author Fiona Scott-Barrett shares a candid, witty look at life with Best’s Disease, symbol canes, and the everyday reality of navigating a world that often misunderstands partial sight.
SEND Education & Accessibility
We launch our new SEND Writing Assessment Toolkit, designed to support visually impaired pupils and help create fairer, more inclusive classroom assessments.
Eye Health & Medical Breakthroughs
We cover major advances in vision science, including:
PRIMA retinal implant (bionic eye technology)
Stem cell research for retinal conditions
AI-powered early detection of eye disease
Diabetes & Vision Loss Prevention
A clear, practical guide to HbA1c, blood sugar control, and how managing diabetes can help protect long-term eye health.
Accessible Walking in the UK
Discover inclusive walking routes such as Windsor’s Long Walk and Blackpool Promenade, supporting independence, wellbeing, and safe mobility for people with sight loss.
Recovery, Independence & The FAIRER Framework
Simon Mahoney explores “learned dependency” after diagnosis and shares strategies for rebuilding confidence and independence after sight loss.
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