In answer to the question ‘What does a visually impaired child see?’ the Thomas Pocklington Trust has produced a new video simulating the 5 most commonly seen forms of vision … Continue reading What do we see?
Category: Information and Support
Parent Power is back!
Thanks to a grant from our friends at the Thomas Pocklington Trust, the Nystagmus Network is delighted to be able to offer parents and carers of children and young people … Continue reading Parent Power is back!
Elections Bill could weaken protections for blind and partially sighted voters
Urgent update from RNIB: The Government has put forward a draft law – the Elections Bill – which weakens protection for an independent vote for blind and partially sighted people. … Continue reading Elections Bill could weaken protections for blind and partially sighted voters
The State of the UK’s Eye Health
A NEW report paints a stark picture of the impact the Covid-19 pandemic has had on eye health in Britain – with experts warning of a ‘ticking timebomb’ and significant … Continue reading The State of the UK’s Eye Health
Register now for Open Day 2021
Nystagmus Network Open Day – Saturday 25 September We promise a packed programme of presentations, inspirational speakers, research updates, videos, workshops, forums, competitions and so much more – all available wherever … Continue reading Register now for Open Day 2021
Free iPads or iPhones for children with a vision impairment aged 3-18
Guide Dogs this week launch a new service, Tech for All, to help children with a vision impairment access their own devices at home – to support learning, or simply … Continue reading Free iPads or iPhones for children with a vision impairment aged 3-18
Seeing Beyond The Eyes
New CET e-learning enhances skills and accessibility when assisting patients with sight loss A new CET e-learning course for optical professionals to develop practical skills when dealing with patients with … Continue reading Seeing Beyond The Eyes
New e-learning course enhances skills when assisting people with sight loss
A new e-learning course to develop knowledge, skills and confidence when assisting people with a visual impairment has been launched by award-winning social businessman and Nystagmus Network trustee, Dan Williams … Continue reading New e-learning course enhances skills when assisting people with sight loss
The Nystagmus Care Pathway
Why we need a pathway Getting a diagnosis of nystagmus for a small baby is an anxious time if you’ve never heard of the condition before. It’s even harder if … Continue reading The Nystagmus Care Pathway
Nystagmus Network wins £1,000 Movement for Good award
Nystagmus Network wins £1,000 Movement for Good award The Nystagmus Network has won a £1,000 Movement for Good award from Ecclesiastical Insurance Group thanks to nominations from the public. The … Continue reading Nystagmus Network wins £1,000 Movement for Good award