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A Brief Introduction
Support 4 Sight, originally named Saffron Sight, was established in 1994 to give support, help and advice to visually impaired people and their carers.
We changed our name in July 2007, when we expanded our geographical boundaries, allowing us to help an even larger number of blind and partially sighted people in West Essex and the surrounding areas.
From our centre in Saffron Walden, we provide information on equipment that can help visually impaired people maintain their independence. Visitors are always welcome at our centre in George Street in Saffron Walden, Mondays to Fridays (9:30am - 2:30pm), to browse the equipment and try for themselves.
New Patron for Support 4 Sight
We are delighted to announce that Lady Braybrooke has agreed to be our Patron.
Striding Out 4 Sight
Striding Out 4 Sight will be on 26th May 2012 starting at 10am and it will be launched by the new Mayor of Saffron Walden. Paul will be walking a total of 13.1 miles and will be relying on Paul Goddard, UDC’s Community Outreach Officer, to lead him through Saffron Walden and surrounding villages. The two Pauls will be attempting to visit as many pubs on route as possible with their collecting buckets to raise funds for Support 4 Sight’s Centre Appeal. While the walk is taking place, there will be activities in the Market Square for everyone to enjoy.
If you would like to join us, entry for the walk is £6.50. sponsorship forms are available in Support 4 Sight's Resource Centre or please click on the links below to print off forms and return with payment to Support 4 Sight.
Poster Entry Form Sponsorship Form
News Page
Christmas Station Collections Thursday 8th and Monday 12th December
Janice & Nicola organised trips to Bishops Stortford and Harlow stations in the very early hours of Thursday 8th and Monday 12th December. They were accompanied by Father Christmas (Paul), Vanessa and Lloyd Griffin playing Christmas music on the organ; they collected a grand total of £735. To see Santa, Janice, Nicola, Lloyd and Nessie, click on this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRuawflKcfg
Christmas Coffee Morning 13th December 2011
Held at the Saffron Walden Bowls Club in Abbey Lane, We had Lloyd Griffin playing a delightful selection of Christmas songs for all the members to sing along to. There was even a surprise visit from Santa! To have a look in at the coffee morning, please click on this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tEHVQ4MQqk
Pantomime 14th January 2012
The social trip for January was to the Saffron Players Pantomime which showed “Pinocchio”, with all the usual jokes, dames, singing and dancing. The performance began at 2:30pm and with our very own Vanessa being stage manager; it’s was an amazing success! This event was enjoyed by several of Support 4 Sight’s members, staff and volunteers. Oh no it wasn’t! Oh yes it was! Said everyone.
Anglesey Abbey 9th February 2012
Due to the snowy conditions, the trip to Anglesey Abbey to see the snowdrops was cancelled as they were covered with a blanket of snow. The trip has now been rearranged for 10th April and our members will now be able to see the lovely display of daffodils
Optima Open Day 14th February 2012
The Optima Focus Day, hosted by Mark Sturgess was a great success with around 40 people visiting the event for demonstrations and advice about eccentric viewing and steady eye technique. Thank you to Mark for spending the day with Support 4 Sight.
Dinner Dance 25th February 2012
The Dinner Dance was a huge success and Support 4 Sight would like to thank everyone for attending and to those who supported the event to make the event special. The evening managed to raise over £1200! Please keep 16th March 2013 free to join us for next years!
Guided Bus 7th March 2012
Several members and volunteers enjoyed a trip on the Guided Bus to St Ives, stopping off en-route for a fantastic pub lunch which was enjoyed by everyone.
Art Workshops Throughout February & March 2012
Over the past few weeks Support 4 Sight has run an art workshop with Phillip Melling at the Saffron Walden Bowls Club. These workshops have been enjoyed by several visually impaired members who have experienced the delights of clay modelling and will progress onto the finishing touches. This is an enjoyable workshop as it is all hands on and there are no barriers to prevent anyone with a visual impairment from taking part in these workshops.
My Guide
The new My Guide scheme is a partnership between Guide Dogs and local blind societies, helping people with sight loss get out of their homes and back into the community.
In 2011, sixteen staff and volunteers were successfully trained in My Guide Level 1, six then went on to complete Level 2, congratulations to all those who took part and completed their modules successfully! Vanessa and Geraldine Cowell are going on to complete Level 3 and will be able to train anyone who is interested in joining this project. If you would like more information please contact the Resource Centre on 01799 523700
News Archive
News items from previous years.