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Vision First

Vision First

A Resource Centre for people with a Visual Impairment, their families and carers

The Centre is part of the Visual Impairment Service and aims to help people with a visual impairment to retain or regain their independence and to learn new skills and adapt existing ones.


What can Vision First offer you?

Information and Advice

The centre has a wide range of information available in large print, Braille, audio cassette and computer disk. Staff are also available to offer advice on subjects about visual impairment. We can give you information and advice on other organisations that may be able to help.

Equipment

A range of equipment designed for visually impaired people is on display at the centre to help with:

  • everyday living
  • mobility
  • low vision - e.g. magnifiers, lighting
  • computers

What Else is on Offer at Vision First

There are many different groups, activities and courses on offer. These can help you to adapt your skills in order to overcome difficulties caused by sight problems or simply help build your confidence or motivation. For details of all activities and courses, please see the current listing "What’s on at Vision First Resource Centre".

When can you visit Vision First

Anybody is welcome to visit Vision First Resource Centre please contact the team on 0161 342 2570 to arrange an appointment to look around or discuss any other activity. 

 Is there a charge for coming to Vision First?

No, all services at Vision First Resource Centre are provided free of charge.

Contact Information
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Tameside Visual Impairment Service
Stalybridge Resource Centre
Waterloo Road
Stalybridge
SK15 2AU
Contact by Telephone
0161 342 2570
Contact by Fax
0161 342 2460

Page last updated: 31 January 2012