@seeability.bsky.social
Supporting people to live, love, thrive and belong for 225 years. https://www.seeability.org/ #WeSeeAbility
It's #SaferInternetDay - Our easy read shares simple tips to support people who have learning disabilities or are autistic. to stay safe on the internet.
https://www.seeability.org/resources/staying-safe-internet-and-social-media-easy-read?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=general
Ellie is wearinf glasses smiling, wearing a navy sweatshirt, outdoors.
Today we are sharing Ellie’s story. She was already seeing the hospital for her vision but the right eye care made a real difference to her sight and confidence.
https://www.seeability.org/stories/seeing-difference-ellie?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=eyecare
Jan using his laptop, text reads "Ready Willing & Able. Finding a job: Simple tips to help you along the way."
Our Ready, Willing and Able team have shared a new blog with simple tips to support you on your journey into work.
https://www.seeability.org/news/finding-job-simple-tips-help-you-along-way?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=rwa
We need a whole new strategy on the health of people with learning disabilities to end the scandal of early and avoidable deaths.
https://www.itv.com/news/2026-01-27/bereaved-families-disrespected-as-learning-disabled-deaths-recorded-in-error
🚆 Our new easy read travel guide - Taking the train in the UK
https://www.seeability.org/resources/taking-train-uk-easy-read?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=accessibility
Many blind and partially sighted people feel anxious about train travel - not because of their sight, but because of barriers like unclear information and support not turning up.
https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/jan/22/blind-partially-sighted-rail-travel-anxiety-survey
International Day of Education
"We cannot overstate the joy, emotion and impact."
This International Day of Education, here's Deputy Headteacher Angela Boast on the impact of the eye care service: https://www.seeability.org/news/education-eye-care?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=eyecare
If you’ve ever thought about volunteering, this is a great place to start.
👉 Find out more about volunteering with SeeAbility
https://www.seeability.org/get-involved/volunteering
🎧 You can also listen to the full episode of The Summer Time podcast -https://youtu.be/UclAlmZ7wvQ
Photo of Martin Boyce next to a quote: "It's not enough. It's not even close to enough." on a green background.
2026 is a crossroads for social care.
The government is talking about a fair pay agreement. But for the 1.5 million colleagues who do so much to support people, talk is cheap.
Blue background with 'Vote For Us' text, surrounded by smiling sunflowers and a smiley face. Smiley Charity Film Awards logo in corner.
If you haven't had a chance yet - Please vote for our short film Ten times more likely in the Smiley Charity Film Awards
It takes less than 5 minutes and your vote could help raise awareness and remove barriers to eye care.
https://smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/ten-times-more-likely
On this day in the 1980s, Princess Diana visited SeeAbility in Leatherhead and met Chris, who is still supported by SeeAbility today.
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Read more:
www.seeability.org/news/pay-som...
Our Executive Director of People, Martin Boyce, shares why this isn’t enough and what needs to change if social care is going to survive.
This work is skilled, essential, and too often invisible. If we want people to stay, grow and build trust with the people they support, pay must reflect that.
Photo of Martin Boyce next to a quote: "It's not enough. It's not even close to enough." on a green background.
2026 is a crossroads for social care.
The government is talking about a fair pay agreement. But for the 1.5 million colleagues who do so much to support people, talk is cheap.
Collage of people interacting warmly, with text "Volunteer with us" on a green background with orange banners.
If you want to give back to your community, meet new people, learn new skills or build on your experience, volunteering could be right for you.
https://www.seeability.org/get-involved/volunteering?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=volunteering
A young girl having her eyes tested
We're looking for a new Trustee specialising in eye care!
Apply today: https://careers.seeability.org/vacancies/4856/trustee.html
A picture of Andrew and Scott with a quote that reads 'The people who live at Waterside House are some of the most friendly and open people I've ever met.'
Andrew joined SeeAbility as a volunteer looking for something positive to focus on. What he found was friendship, laughter and a shared love of football.
https://www.seeability.org/stories/andrews-story-shared-love-football-and-friendship?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=volunteer
Shirley and Grace going running once a week - volunteering at SeeAbility can be simple, flexible, and full of connection.
Find out more:
https://www.seeability.org/get-involved/volunteering?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=volunteering
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A car parked on a pavement.
At last! After some years of delay we now know that councils will get greater powers to deal with the blight of pavement parking.
Our Listen Up! Team added their support many of the letters and petitions led by our friends at Guide Dogs and look forward to reading the detail!
Cyclists ride near a landmark under a yellow banner reading "Pedal for purpose."
Join our London to Paris cycling challenge and start the year by pushing yourself, meeting new people and making memories that last.
Find out more and sign up today!
https://www.seeability.org/events/london-paris-cycle?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fundraising
Two people tandem skydiving with "Take the leap for SeeAbility!" text above, against a clear sky and landscape backdrop.
Start the year with a skydive for SeeAbility and turn an unforgettable moment into real change. feel the rush of jumping from over 10,000 feet!
Find out more and sign up today!
https://www.seeability.org/events/skydive?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fundraising
Two men crawl through a muddy obstacle course under barbed wire. Text reads: "Ready to get muddy for a good cause?"
New year, new challenge – ready to get muddy for a good cause?
Take on our tough mudder challenge and start the year by pushing yourself while supporting SeeAbility!
https://www.seeability.org/events/tough-mudder-5k-or-15k-london?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fundraising
Joann using a Braille typewriter at a table, focused on her work.
Braille helps blind and partially sighted people read, learn, work and live independently - online and on paper.
As more of life moves online, accessibility matters every day.
Simple digital accessibility tips:
https://www.seeability.org/news/accessibile-content-tips
#WorldBrailleDay
With SEND reforms out early this year the feedback will be crucial on what the challenges are and what support truly makes a difference.
email.mencap.org.uk/cr/AQi4rw0Qv...
We are proud members of the @dcpcampaign.bsky.social and we’re encouraging parent carers to take part in the new DCP Parent Carer Survey.
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Festive card with Santa's face made of diverse icons, "See Ability" on hat, text: "May every voice be merry and bright."
We’re sending warm wishes to everyone for a peaceful, joyful and cosy festive season.
Thank you for being part of our charity’s community and for all your support this year.
Illustration of a head with a swirl, surrounded by Christmas icons: gifts, wreath, candy canes, book, Santa hat, and envelope.
Christmas can be fun, but it can also feel overwhelming for people with autism and sensory differences.
We’ve shared simple tips to make the season calmer and more predictable.
Yellow background with "Vote for Us" in bold black text, surrounded by smiling daisy faces and a peace sign hand.
Our Ten times more likely film has been entered into the Smiley Charity Film Awards - and we’d love your vote!
You can vote online and it only takes a few seconds.
https://smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/ten-times-more-likely
Every child deserves the chance to see clearly.
Our special schools eye care journey brings sight tests, glasses and follow-up care to children in their own school – helping thousands learn, play and thrive.
https://youtu.be/fvgTFv6tEys?si=auqqyGXxwCe3e2JD
