Let’s keep it Civil!
In one episode our podcast series, we had the privilege of interviewing Hayley, a visually impaired civil servant, about her experiences concerning workplace assessments, adjustments,
25/08/2024
Tag: Accessibility
Access to Work…or Delayed Access to Work?
The government’s Access to Work scheme has been a lifesaver for thousands of people with hearing or sight loss. It has enabled them to enter
24/08/2023
New eLearning course enhances skills and accessibility when assisting patients with sight loss in Nottinghamshire
A new Online Visual Impairment Training Course will be launched in the new year to help optical and healthcare staff and professionals in Nottinghamshire develop
14/12/2022
Zodiac – A Blind Man’s Best Friend
Dan Williams discusses how life has changed for the better since his guide dog Zodiac arrived.
30/10/2022
“My eyesight is impacting me at work”
Losing eyesight is challenging, scary and disconcerting. Having to change the way you do things, adapting to new challenges and learning new skills can be exhausting. Perhaps one of the most difficult aspects of eyesight deterioration is the uncertainty around employment.
28/10/2022
Hearing Loss Needn’t Mean Job Loss – Help for Employers
Hearing loss, deafness and/or tinnitus affect 12 million UK people so being fully aware and catering for the requirements of any staff members with additional
28/10/2022
Sight Difficulties? A Workplace Assessment can really help…
Are you struggling at work because of poor vision and yet you haven’t discussed the issue with your manager, for fear of what the consequences might be? If this sounds familiar, then it really is time you addressed this and one of the most effective ways of doing so is to request a Workplace Assessment.
15/10/2020
Supporting Employees with Visual Impairments
This article focuses on employees with visual impairments and how organisations can support them to maximise their potential.
22/01/2020
Coming Out Blind
Come out blind. Begin to live again: with freedom, independence and laughing at real humour, not just at yourself
26/07/2019