A gateway to RSBC services in Wales: Employment; Assistive
Technology; Family Support; Information and
Advice; Activities. In partnership with North Wales Society for the Blind, Vision Support, Wales Council of the Blind, Council for Wales of Voluntary Youth Services Council, Boys and Girls
Clubs of Wales.
Our IT service provides
advice, one-to-one
training, short term equipment loan, and some financial support towards purchasing equipment. The service is completely free and we do not sell equipment, we just advise and support. Try before you buy: if you want to try before you buy, we can offer the loan of phones and tablets for 2 weeks. This would help you decide on the type of
technology that meets your requirements and skills. We have an iPad and iPhone as well as an
Android Synapptic tablet and phone.
A peer
support group where you can share your experiences, tips and hints around all things Tech. The meetings take place bi-monthly via Zoom.
Vision Support have two Community Information Service vehicles that visit local communities making it easier for those unable to get to a
resource centre to access information, services and equipment. Monthly schedules for the two vehicles are published on the website. The Wales events are listed in Perspectif's events calendar. It is recommended that you ring the telephone number given to confirm that a visit is going ahead or for a timetable of future appearances.
Social group in North Wales centred on using accessible
technology. Bring along your iPad, tablet, laptop or iPhone for
advice and support with accessible technology, while also having a chance to chat to other individuals with a
vision impairment.
