Welcome to the Action for Blind People website

Action for Blind People is a national charity with local reach, providing practical help and support to blind and partially sighted people of all ages. We listen, we understand, we act.

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Virtual employment workshops

We've created a set of videos which cover everything from where to look for jobs, how to prepare for interviews to information about Access to Work and your rights.

Watch the videos now

Seen us at Health+Care?

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Find out how we can work together to give blind and partially sighted people access to services that support independent living.

Find out how to work with us

Action events

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We have events all over the country ranging from theatre trips to activities for young people and families

See what's on near you
  • Living with sight loss

    Sight loss can be a daunting journey, losing some or all of your sight can be very distressing and have a big effect on your life. People tell us that they struggle with a range of emotions from anger and frustration, to depression and grief. Action is here to help.
    More information about sight loss

  • Your community

    Read our blogs, find local news and events, read reviews from visually impaired people and register with the website to sign up to Action Connect and get in touch with like-minded people.
    Visit Your community

Sign up for our Action Email Newsletter

Sign up for our free eNewsletter and get a concise view of what's going on at Action and within the community. You will also find out about offers and competitions before they hit our website.

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Where to get help

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If you need help and advice or further information about our services then please contact your local Action team to speak with someone who can help.

Contact your local Action team

 

Get involved

There are many ways you can work with us to support blind and partially sighted people.

Make a donation

Leave a legacy

Choose an appeal

Fundraise for Action

Volunteer with us

 

Join Action extra

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Register with the site for free and access more features including user participation groups and Action Connect.

Register with the site

 

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