Children and Young People

Although predominantly people are diagnosed with an eye condition later in life, there are many eye conditions that are congenital or develop earlier in life.

Living with a vision impairment from a young age can feel extremely isolating and challenging for children and young people and their families. It is important to remember that you are not alone and that there is lots of support available to you.

Here are some services who can help

RSBC – Royal Society for Blind Children

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This charity provide a range of services to support the wellbeing of children living with a vision impairment and their families including social groups, activities and counselling.

For further information you can email connections@rsbc.org.uk call 020 3198 0225 or visit their website

RNIB – Children and Young Persons Service

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The RNIB can provide support, advice and guidance for parents of a child with a vision impairment as well as lots of activities providing peer support opportunities.

For further information you can email cypf@rnib.org.uk call 0303 123 9999 or visit their website