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Guide Dogs

Guide Dogs help children and young people with visual impairement reach their potential
CustomEyes books

We can produce books in large-print, tailor-made to suit your child’s eye condition. Books include fact and popular fiction titles, annuals and National Curriculum revision guides.

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Assistive technology and grants

Discover how assistive technology (also called access or adaptive technology) could help your child play and study – and how you can secure funding.

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Sensory equipment and grants

Playing with sensory toys and apps will help improve your child's social, emotional and technological skills. Find out how we can help you choose and fund what your child needs.

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Family events

A UK-wide programme of day and weekend family events where children with a visual impairment, and their siblings, can play with others who have similar conditions...

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Education support

How to get support that will meet your child’s needs ensuring they are supported at school, and they attend the nursery, school or college that’s right for them.

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Family support
Our trained and experienced family support officers are able to provide practical advice and emotional support from the moment your child is diagnosed with a vision impairment.

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Mobility training

Our Movement Matters training will give your child the confidence to independently navigate the world around them safely.

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Guide dogs for children and young people

A guide dog could offer significant benefits to your child, including increased confidence, self-esteem, independence and mobility.

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Buddy dogs

We believe that a dog can make a remarkable difference in any child’s life by fostering a sense of responsibility...

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