Sight impairment can happen to anyone and is largely age related. One in 5 people over 75 will suffer, making even the simplest of tasks difficult - going into one’s garden to see the flowers, making a cup of tea or reading the post. Driving is no longer possible so getting about is challenging, especially when there is little public transport. Occupying time becomes more difficult when you cannot read, go out for a
walk or continue with hobbies that have been enjoyed throughout one’s life. Sight loss is known to increase the risk of depression, loneliness and isolation.
Somerset Sight has run a successful visiting service for more than 20 years, matching a trained volunteer with someone with sight loss. They meet for a couple of hours a week.
Sight impaired people in Somerset are waiting for a volunteer to help them with correspondence, trips out and socialising. To become a volunteer please contact Somerset Sight on 01823 333818. Full training and support is provided.
