Window on our World Art Exhibition
The ‘A Window on Our World’ exhibition at The Commandery was recently launched with a VIP evening on the 6th June 2013. This is an incredible exhibition of arts and crafts created by blind and partially sighted people in Worcestershire.
Visit the Commandery until the end of June to see the world from a different perspective. You will be surprised and amazed!
For more information contact 01905 332914 or keith@sightconcern.co.uk.
Two Grandads at Sea
Guy Marson, Creative Director at Worcester-based Modus Creative is hoping to conquer a major personal fear by taking to the high seas this June. Guy is curently at sea on a 14-night sailing trip in the Outer Hebrides and is hoping to drum up a significant sum for Sight Concern.
To become a corporate sponsor from just £200, please call John at Modus on 01905 731529 or support Guy at www.everyclick.com/twograndadsatsea.
You can follow Guy's progress on Twitter #modusman
Fire Walk
This year's Firewalk saw 40 brave souls walk over 20 feet on burning embers without pain or injury at Sixways Worcester Rugby Club.
Sponsored by Worcester Bosch and raising over £7,000 for Sight Concern in support of their services for the blind and partially sighted, participants and spectators enjoyed a great night.
Call 01905 332 914 or email keith@sightconcern.co.uk for more information or if you are interested in supporting the Firewalk in 2014.
Mark Hills Trike for Sight
Mark Hill is registered blind. Despite this he managed to build a custom made trike and push it 8 miles through the streets of Worcester to raise funds for Sight Concern.
He used skills he gained in the specialist computer training course he attended to source the parts.
“Sight Concern have helped me regain confidence, learn new skills, including using a computer, and I have made loads of new friends” says Mark.
Jail'n'Bail 2013
Jail'n'Bail is a street theatre event that involves high profile local people being arrested for 'fun' crimes and placed in 'jail' for an afternoon.
This year's event takes place on Tuesday 25th June at the Guildhall in Worcester and the prisoners for the day come from the University of Worcester, the King's Head Bar & Grill and Chrysalis Business Support.
To find out more contact 01905 332914 or e-mail keith@sightconcern.co.uk.
Dining in the Dark
One of Sight Concern\'s flagship events took place on Thursday 14th March 2013 at the Bindles Brasserie and Bar in Worcester.
Over 60 people from local businesses and the local media tasted the Dining in the Dark experience, raising over £4,500 for the charity while getting a little insight into life for the blind and partially sighted.
Call 1905 332914 or e-mail keith@sightconcern.co.uk to find out more or if you would like to be involved in the next Dining in the Dark evening,
Welcome to Sight Concern Worcestershire
Your local charity supporting blind and partially sighted people to lead independent and fulfilling lives.
Here you will find information on the services we offer, upcoming events and many ways in which you can get involved with us.
Our services
Sight loss should not be a barrier to enjoying an independent and fulfilling life. Our services are designed to help whether you are new to sight loss or have been visually impaired for some time.
Inspirational Stories
It can take courage and determination to make the changes in your life that can turn it around. With the right information and the support of others it is possible. Click here to read the stories of some of the people who have been helped to make those changes.
Volunteering
We would not exist without our volunteers. Demand for our services is increasing so we need you more than ever! Volunteering offers fresh opportunities. It’s a great chance to meet new people, learn new skills and gain experience.
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Kevin’s shaved head raises hundreds