Help & advice
We can help you in many ways through our range of services or we can refer you to other agencies that can help, if this is more appropriate.
Q. Are you struggling to read the dial* on your washing machine or cooker?
GCAB: We can advise on ways to mark these and other appliances.
Q. Are you having problems with reading your post, newspaper or pursuing your interests and hobbies?
GCAB: We can offer advice on alternative ways to approach these difficulties.
Q. Are you concerned about crossing the road safely or going shopping?
GCAB: We can help and advise
Q. Have you thought about light levels?
GCAB: The right level of light, both inside and outdoors, is vital, as the effects of both low light and glare can make seeing more difficult. We can share many tried and tested solutions.
If our volunteers on duty cannot help you directly, they can, with your permission, take your details and pass them on to the GCAB Centre, where someone will be able to find the answer.
You are also very welcome to come and visit us at the GCAB Resource Centre, based at our Offices in Albion Street, Cheltenham.
Low Vision Clinic
Our low vision clinic is run by a fully qualified optometrist.
Help and advice on low vision aids (magnifiers) is available as well as demonstrations on electronic reading equipment.
Clinics usually run on a Monday at our Cheltenham offices. Appointments have to be made and last about 1 hour. To book an appointment please call 01242 22 11 70.
Befriending
Our trained volunteers are willing to help you with such things as reading your post or just calling for a friendly chat and a cup of tea!
This voluntary service is available to all our visually impaired clients. However, it is in much demand and so may take some time to set up.
Visiting Advice Service
Our specially trained and experienced Visiting Advisors will visit you at home to talk through your concerns regarding your visual impairment. They can offer advice on a wide range of subjects including benefits and equipment.
Call our Resource Centre on 01242 22 11 70 for more information
Resource centre
Opening hours
Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 1.00 pm
Afternoon visits can be arranged but please telephone 01242 22 11 70 to make an appointment.
Gloucestershire County Association for the Blind · Telephone 01242 22 11 70 · email enquiries@glos-blind.co.uk
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