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1 February 2018
Source: RSBC
Over a quarter of adults believe that blind children have different dreams and aspirations to their sighted peers, according to a new survey commissioned by the The survey shows that very little is known about the impact of sight loss on children’s lives. Almost one fifth of those surveyed don’t know what effect being blind or visually impaired will have
Read more New survey highlights public misunderstanding of the challenges facing blind children in the UK – RSBC
16 January 2018
Source: Wellchild Awards
The WellChild Awards, in association with GSK, celebrate the inspirational qualities of the UK’s seriously ill children and young people along with those who go that extra mile to make a difference to their lives. There are six categories open for nominations in the WellChild Awards 2018, each category sponsored by a company or organisation. These Awards can really have
Read more The WellChild Awards 2018
25 October 2017
Source: Kingston University
Kingston University are looking for children with Visual Impairments aged 6-11 years old to take part in our research. If you are able to help or would like more information please contact: Raquel Rodriguez [email protected] Flyer for the research attached below in PDF format:
Read more Kingston University: Research children with visual impairments
24 October 2017
Source: Public Health England
A set of resources to support the commissioning and delivery of child vision screening. Includes a service specification, competencies, leaflets and template letters. Screening for reduced vision in children aged 4 to 5 years is primarily undertaken to detect children with amblyopia, a form of abnormal vision system development. The most common predisposing conditions are strabismus (squint) and refractive error (focusing
Read more Public Health England publish Child vision screening resources
4 September 2017
Source: RNIB
Gwyn McCormack, QTVI and Director of Positive Eye, shares simple ways you can improve school life for children with vision impairment. Imagine this scenario.The student is squinting as she peers at the board trying to copy down her homework. She looks around the classroom and shrinks a little further into her seat. Everyone else is busy writing. She desperately tries again
Read more RNIB: Easy classroom adjustments for learners with vision impairment
13 June 2017
Source: VISION 2020 UK
The VISION 2020 UK Pathway for Children and Young People with vision impairment is a best practice, generic pathway that requires health, social care, education and the voluntary sector to work collaboratively to meet the needs of the child / young person and family.
Read more Vision UK – Pathway for Children and Young People (0 to 25 years) with Vision Impairment, and their Families
4 May 2017
Source: VISION 2020 UK
John Welsman, Strategy and Research Policy Team, Guide Dogs, speaks to Jenny Cook, Head of Strategy and Research, Guide Dogs & Chair VISION 2020 UK Children & Young People with a Vision Impairment Committee. Jenny gives listeners an understanding of the issues around Children with vision impairment.
Read more 6: Jenny Cook, Head of Strategy and Research, Guide Dogs & Chair VISION 2020 UK Children & Young People with a Vision Impairment Committee
26 April 2017
Source: VISION 2020 UK
VISION 2020 UK, the umbrella organisation which leads collaboration in eye health and sight loss, has today begun hosting the All-Wales Integrated Pathway for Children and Young People (0 to 25 years) with Vision Impairment, and their Families.
Read more VISION 2020 UK launches Welsh Pathway for Children and Young People
21 April 2017
Source: VISION 2020 UK Children and Young People's Committee
7 February 2017
Source: Royal College of Ophthalmologists
The Royal College of Ophthalmologists supports the recommendation of the National Screening Committee that screening for visual impairment in children, between the ages of 4 and 5 years, should be offered by an orthoptic-led service.http://www.screening.nhs.uk/vision-child The College strongly advocates early screening for the detection of visual problems and eye disorders in children at the appropriate age. Early detection of amblyopia,
Read more RCOphth: UK National Screening Committee policy on Vision defects screening in children
