Wales Council of the Blind

Sight Cymru Prevention Work

Description: Through our Lottery project, we deliver prevention work amongst children and communities at high risk of sight loss (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities have a higher prevalence of sight loss and often experience barriers in accessing eye care). We deliver talks at schools and community groups to raise awareness on people can maintain good eye sight and encourage them to engage with eye care.

Type: Advice

Coverage: All Wales

Provider: Sight Cymru

Keywords: accessing services, awareness, BAME, early intervention