‘My Voice’ report highlights the harsh realities of life for blind and partially sighted people in the UK today
Blind people face inadequate support and exclusion according to RNIB research
Leading sight loss charity RNIB (Royal National Institute of Blind People) has warned that blind and partially sighted people are missing out on crucial support and continuing to face discrimination and exclusion.
The findings emerged from a research study of 1,200 people with sight loss, one of the largest ever studies of the lives of registered blind and partially sighted people.
RNIB’s My Voice report shows many blind and partially sighted people aren’t getting the support they need from government services. This includes practical support for managing everyday life, getting online, getting into employment, or accessing services and benefits, and emotional support for adjusting to sight loss and dealing with deteriorating vision.
The global recession, welfare reform, cuts in public services and the digital revolution have all impacted upon the everyday lives of people with sight loss.
To read the key findings of the report Please see RNIB Report
Source: RNIB