The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) Scotland is offering support to people affected by sight loss in Scotland after unprecedented changes to everyday life take their toll.
The current social distancing and self-isolation measures can be particularly difficult for registered as blind or partially sighted people in Edinburgh.
In response, RNIB has ramped up telephone and online access to its Sight Loss Advice Service – which offers emotional support and practical advice to blind and partially sighted people and their families.
The service is providing information on a range of issues affecting people with sight loss during this national health crisis.
RNIB’s Sight Loss Advice Service is available to anyone concerned on 0303 123 9999 between 8am and 8pm on weekdays, and between 9am and 1pm on Saturdays.
Advice is also being updated online at https://www.sightadvicefaq.org.uk/independent-living/Covid-19
RNIB Scotland’s Eye Health Liaison Officer service, which is normally based in the Princess Alexandria Eye Pavilion, is also available over the phone to offer practical advice on living with sight loss and emotional support.
During these challenging times, information is vital. In response, we are ramping up our support and services to ensure blind and partially sighted people get the help they need.
We urge anyone in our community who needs us to call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or email helpline@rnib.org.uk.
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