
LOCAL INFORMATION
10.2.7
Sight impaired organisations
Extent: Jersey
Updated 18 July 2019
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Eyecan
The organisation offers a specialised team which comprises of a Rehabilitation Officer for the Visually Impaired (ROVI), an Assistive Technology Specialist and a Welfare and Advocacy Worker, they work closely with all age groups from infants to the elderly. Thus enabling people with a sight impairment to regain their independence through tailored support, social events and activities.
Eyecan offers advice, support, advocacy and signposting to other services; mobility and rehabilitation training; computer, phone, and text accessibility training; children's events, activities, outings and support groups as well as three day centres held at Westlea Centre in St Martin- with transport provided.
Referrals can be formal or informal and anyone with a sight impairment can access the support given.
For more information about the service contact
Eyecan
Westlea Centre
Rue du Huquet,
St Martin,
JE3 6HU.
Telephone 864689
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Website: www.eyecan.je
International Glaucoma Association
Woodcote House
15 Highpoint Business Village
Henwood
Ashford
Kent TN24 8DH
Sightline glaucoma helpline: 01233 64 81 70 Monday - Friday 09.30-17.00
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website www.glaucoma-association.com