Sight Concern

Focus on wellbeing - FREE Sound Bath
2023-05-25 19:00 - 2023-06-30 21:00 (Europe/London) | Sight Concern Worcestershire, The Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome walk, Worcester WR1 1LH
As part of our ‘Focus on Wellbeing 2023’ Sight Concern is delighted to be offering FREE Sound Bath on Thursday 25 May from, Surround Sound Therapy CIC. The Sound Bath will run from 19.00 – 21.00 at the Bradbury Centre, Worcester. This FREE session is open to anyone with a visual impairment and offers the opportunity to experience Sound Healing and Deep Relaxation.
Places are limited and booking is essential. Please contact us on 01905 723 245 for more information and to book your place.

Wyre Forest Connections Group
2023-06-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Kidderminster Museum of Carpet, Stour Vale Mill, Green Street, Kidderminster DY10 1AZ
This month we will be exploring and sharing our knowledge of the history
of Kidderminster. Within the fantastic setting of the Carpet
Museum, this is sure to lead to some fascinating insights and
stories about our local area!

Worcester Connections Group
2023-06-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Sight Concern Worcestershire, The Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome walk, Worcester WR1 1LH
We will be welcoming Faith Renger who is a trustee for Malvern Museum. She will be bringing a range of tactile artefacts from the 19th Century and sharing a bit about their history

Worcester Connections Group
2023-06-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Sight Concern Worcestershire, The Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome walk, Worcester WR1 1LH
This month we will be welcoming Faith Renger who is a trustee for Malvern
Museum. She will be bringing a range of tactile artefacts from the
19th Century and sharing a bit about their history

Wyre Forest Connections Group
2023-07-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Kidderminster Museum of Carpet, Stour Vale Mill, Green Street, Kidderminster DY10 1AZ
James or Georgia will be joining us to talk about the Household Support Fund. A government-provided fund that helps some households with the increasing cost of food, energy, water and essential items. We will also be having a quiz and a natter too!

Worcester Connections Group
2023-07-31 02:00 - 16:00 | Sight Concern Worcestershire, The Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome walk, Worcester WR1 1LH
James / Georgia will be joining us to talk about the Household Support Fund. A government-provided fund that helps some households with the increasing cost of food, energy, water and essential items.

Art and Crafts Group
2023-08-02 10:30 - 12:30 | Sight Concern Worcestershire, The Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome walk, Worcester WR1 1LH
Weekly Art and Crafts Group!

Join us for a relaxed and social group where you can explore your creativity! Every Wednesday from 2nd August 2023, 10.30am – 12.30pm at The Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome Walk, Worcester WR1 1LH Limited places so booking is essential. Access to tea and coffee in our lounge area. A range of materials are available & you are welcome to bring your own projects.

£2 per session; contact us on 01905 723 245 or info@sightconcern.co.uk to book!

Employment Advice Coffee Morning
2023-08-10 10:30 - 12:00 | Sight Concern Worcestershire, The Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome walk, Worcester WR1 1LH
We are working with UNITY and Worcester Community Trust to support vision-impaired people who are looking to get into employment. Come along and meet one of the UNITY or Worcester Community Trust Job Coaches over a cup of coffee. They can support people aged 16 and over who live in Worcestershire, with a wide range of services to help move into sustainable employment or improve career opportunities. Support includes help with:

Finding the right job
Help writing CVs
Accessing training
Application forms
Interview technique
Confidence building

No need to book, just pop in! Every Thursday from 10:30am to 12pm at the Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome Walk, Worcester WR1 1LH.
For further information please call us on 01905 723 245 or email info@sightconcern.co.uk

Clubathon 2023
2023-09-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Christopher Whitehead Language College, Bromwich Rd, Worcester, WR2 4AF, United Kingdom
Get ready to dance, donate, and make a real difference!
Our Clubbathon is returning to bring the dance floor to life once again! Join us at Christopher Whitehead Language College for a fantastic morning of non-stop dance exercise led by the incredible local fitness sensation, Tina Donkin from @headlightfitness
Put on your brightest outfits and those retro leg warmers – it’s time to dazzle! Let loose, dance your heart out, and make memories that will last a lifetime, all while raising crucial funds for Sight Concern Worcestershire.
Want to make an even bigger impact? You can help us make a difference by getting sponsored for your dancing efforts! Just send us an email at info@sightconcern.co.uk to grab your sponsorship form and start your fundraising journey.
Mark your calendars: This electrifying event is on Saturday, 30 September from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, for anyone aged 16 or over.
Don’t miss out on the chance to have fun making a meaningful impact in the lives of those living with sight challenges. Let’s groove together for a brighter future!
Buy your tickets today from: https://bit.ly/45WnprJ

Half-Term Family Day!
2023-11-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Bonterre CIC, Old Quarry Drive, Holt Fleet, Worcester WR2 6LS
Who: This is for any child or young person living with a visual impairment and their family – parents, carers, grandparents and siblings all welcome. It is also for parents and carers living with a visual impairment to bring their families to. Come and join us for lots of fun!

What: An autumn focused activity day at Bonterre. We will be feeding animals, doing some nature exploring and autumn crafts as well as having lunch provided for us!

When: Thursday 2nd November from 10am until 2pm.

Where: Bonterre CIC, Old Quarry Drive, Holt Fleet, Worcester. WR2 6LS. Parking on site.

How: This will cost £5 per family and booking is essential. Please let us know of any dietary requirements and anything that we can do to help make your day more fun and accessible. Give us a call on 01905 723 245 to book your place. Email info@sightconcern.co.uk for more information.

Creative Change - drumming project!
2023-11-09 11:00 - 12:30 | Sight Concern Worcestershire, The Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome walk, Worcester WR1 1LH
The sessions will be uplifting, therapeutic and fun, drumming workshops for complete beginners, no experience required.
Regular sessions led by a professional experienced drumming expert Mendi Singh.
Step 1
Participants involved will learn to create music played on everyday objects including tins. bowls, pots, mugs, cans.
Bring some little items from your home to the sessions to create music on with a pair of chopsticks that will be provided.
Step 2
Participants will learn how to play rhythms and record the sounds and create their own digital music track and will receive a copy of the music that you will create at the end of the project.
Step 3
All participants will perform in a showcase at the end of the project in March.
Dates of workshops

9th November
23rd November
December 14th and 21st
January 11th and 25th
February 8th and 22nd
March 14th

All workshops start at 11am till 12.30pm
Showcase will take place on March 28th, 11am till 12.30pm.
Workshops will take place at: The Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome Walk, Worcester. WR1 1 L H
Please contact a member of staff to book your place.

email: info@sightconcern.co.uk
phone: 01905 723245

Here is a sample of the music created by participants from the last Creative Change project:

https://www.sightconcern.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/FINAL-W-CREATIVE-CHANGE-PROJECT-AUDIO.mp3

CBS Awareness Coffee Morning
2023-11-16 10:30 - 12:30 | Sight Concern Worcestershire, The Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome walk, Worcester WR1 1LH
Join us on the 16th November, Charles Bonnet Awareness Day, for a coffee morning where you and your family are invited to pop in for coffee and cake and share your experiences with each other. The Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome Walk, Worcester WR1 1LH Thursday 16th November 10.30am-12.30pm – no need to book, just turn up on the day. Email info@sightconcern.co.uk or call 01905 723 245 for more details.

Wyre Forest Christmas Party
2023-11-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Kidderminster Museum of Carpet, Stour Vale Mill, Green Street, Kidderminster DY10 1AZ
Join us for a morning of great company, light refreshments and musical entertainment. RSVP on 01905 723 245 or email info@sightconcern.co.uk if you would like to come!

Bromsgrove Christmas PArty
2023-12-05 10:30 - 12:30 | Bromsgrove Methodist Church Centre, 19 Stratford Road, Bromshrove, B60 1AS
Join us for some great company and light refreshments . RSVP on 01905 723 245 or email info@sightconcern.co.uk if you would like to come!

Redditch Christmas Party
2023-12-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Christ Church, Matchborough, Ryton Close, Redditch, B98 0EW

Malvern Christmas PArty
2023-12-12 14:00 - 16:00

Sight Concern Worcestershire Christmas Party 2023
2023-12-18 13:30 - 15:30 | Sight Concern Worcestershire, The Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome walk, Worcester WR1 1LH
Join us at the Bradbury Centre for an afternoon of great company, light refreshments and musical entertainment. RSVP on 01905 723 245 or email info@sightconcern.co.uk if you would like to come!

Evesham Christmas Party
2023-12-19 13:30 - 15:30 | St Mary and St Egwin Church Community Hall, High street, Evesham, WR11 4EG

Redditch Connections Group
2024-01-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Christ Church, Matchborough, Ryton Close, Redditch, B98 0EW

Malvern Connections Group
2024-01-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Malvern Link United Reform Church,, Worcester Road, Malvern, WR14 1SS

Evesham Connections Group
2024-01-16 13:30 - 15:30 | St. Marys Catholic Church Community Hall, High street, Evesham, WR11 4EG

Wyre Forest Connections Group
2024-01-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Kidderminster Museum of Carpet, Stour Vale Mill, Green Street, Kidderminster DY10 1AZ

Worcester Connections Group
2024-01-29 14:00 - 16:00 | Sight Concern Worcestershire, The Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome walk, Worcester WR1 1LH

Employment Support Advice Drop-in
2024-04-18 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-04-25 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-05-02 10:30 - 12:00 | Sight Concern Worcestershire, The Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome walk, Worcester WR1 1LH
We are now working with both UNITY – Building Brighter Futures and Worcester Community Trust to support vision-impaired people across the whole county who are looking to get into employment. Come along and meet one of the UNITY or Worcester Community Trust Job Coaches over a cup of coffee. They can support people aged 16 and over who live in Worcestershire, with a wide range of services to help move into sustainable employment or improve career opportunities. Support includes help with:

• Finding the right job
• Help writing CVs
• Accessing training
• Application forms
• Interview technique
• Confidence building

No need to book, just pop in! Every Thursday from 10:30am to 12pm at the Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome Walk, Worcester WR1 1LH.

For further information please call us on 01905 723 245 or email info@sightconcern.co.uk

Eye Play
2024-04-19 08:00 - 11:30, 2024-04-26 09:30 - 11:30, 2024-05-03 09:30 - 11:30 | Sight Concern Worcestershire, The Bradbury Centre, 2 Sansome walk, Worcester WR1 1LH
Eye Play is a friendly group for babies, toddlers, and parents/carers with a vision impairment. We welcome children aged from 0-5 with siblings and family welcome to join. The groups run every Friday during term time from 9:30am to 11:30am. Location: TheBradbury Centre, 2 Sansome Walk, Worcester WR1 1LH.
The fun includes:

Messy play!
Light refreshments
Sight loss professionals
Support and services

Wyre Forest Connections Group
2024-04-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Kidderminster Museum of Carpet, Stour Vale Mill, Green Street, Kidderminster DY10 1AZ
A monthly meeting for people living with sight impairment to meet, chat, and form supportive friendships. We have guest speakers, invaluable advice, and the latest information to lead a more comfortable life.
