Useful Links

A collection of helpful resources and organisations for people with sight loss and reading difficulties.

National Organizations

RNIB (Royal National Institute of Blind People)

The UK's leading charity for people with sight loss. Offers support, advice, and services.

www.rnib.org.uk

Helpline: 0303 123 9999

Talking Newspaper Federation

National organization supporting local talking newspapers and audio magazines.

www.tnf.org.uk

Macular Society

Support for people affected by macular disease, the biggest cause of sight loss in the UK.

www.macularsociety.org

Helpline: 0300 3030 111

British Dyslexia Association

Information, support and advice for people with dyslexia.

www.bdadyslexia.org.uk

Helpline: 0333 340 5565

Local Services

Hambleton Community Action

Local charity supporting the NADTN and other community services in the Hambleton district.

www.hambletoncommunityaction.org

Phone: 01609 780458

North Yorkshire County Council - Adult Social Care

Support services for adults with disabilities including visual impairment.

www.northyorks.gov.uk/adult-social-care

Phone: 01609 780780

Audio Books & Reading Services

RNIB Talking Books

Audio book library service for people with sight loss.

www.rnib.org.uk/living-with-sight-loss/reading/talking-books

Listening Books

UK audiobook charity for people who find reading difficult.

www.listening-books.org.uk

Technology & Equipment

AbilityNet

Help and advice on using technology with a disability.

abilitynet.org.uk

Phone: 0800 026 9660

RNIB Shop

Products and equipment designed for people with sight loss.

shop.rnib.org.uk

Support & Wellbeing

Samaritans

Whatever you are going through, you can call us any time, from any phone for FREE.

www.samaritans.org

Helpline: 116 123 (free, 24/7)