Newcastle Vision Support
Contact details
Newcastle Vision Support
3rd Floor, MEA House, Ellison Place
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE1 8XS
Public phone: 0191 232 7292
Email: info@newcastlevisionsupport.org.uk
Website URL: http://www.newcastlevisionsupport.org.uk
General information
Service offered: Formed in 1867, the ethos of our organisation remains much the same as it was when were formed which is to help visually impaired people to be and stay independent through information and learning activities, social groups, and empowerment work. We are a completely independent local society proudly serving over 1,000 visually impaired people in Newcastle. We have no financial connection with the RNIB, Henshaws, Action for Blind People, the Macular Society or any other national organisation. We do however work closely in partnership with these and other organisations. Through our staff and volunteers we provide a range of information support and opportunities for people from a coping with sight loss course to emotional support and campaigning to make Newcastle a more accessible place for visually impaired people. Services offered include: Practical Support. Emotional Support. Learning Opportunities. Social opportunities. Keeping People Safe. Financial advice. Braille Transcription. Wylie Cards
Target group: Visually impaired people
Area served: Newcastle
How to contact: Phone - 0191 2327292 / Email. Open Monday 10am - 4pm + Tuesday to Friday 10am - 4.30pm
Availability
Monday: 10am - 4pm
Tuesday: 10am - 4.30pm
Wednesday: 10am - 4.30pm
Thursday: 10am - 4.30pm
Friday: 10am - 4.30pm
Weekends: Closed
Office Hours:
Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes - full
Accessible toilets: Yes
Access notes: Disabled parking bay at entrance. Lifts to all floors.
Other information
Languages other than English:
Charity number: 1115815
Year established: 1867
Staffing: CEO, Vision Support Officer, Financial Inclusion Officer, Empowerment Officer, IT Assistant, Business Administrator.
Public transport:
Record last checked: 10 January 2024