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Our Impact
What we do
MySight York supports people living with sight loss across York and the surrounding areas to live independently, stay connected, and make informed choices about their lives.
Some come to us after a recent diagnosis, while others have been living with sight loss for many years. Whatever stage you are experiencing, we are here to provide practical information, emotional support, opportunities to connect with others, and access to services that make everyday life easier.
What we do:
- Provide practical advice and information about living with sight loss
- Offer counselling and peer support opportunities for people with sight loss and those closest to them
- Support people’s independence through access to technology and equipment
- Deliver activities, groups, and services that reduce isolation and improve well-being
- Partner with health, social care, and community groups to connect people with the right support
- Raise awareness of sight loss and advocate for greater accessibility across our community
What we don’t do:
- We don’t diagnose sight loss or provide medical treatment
- We don’t replace advice from eye health professionals or social care teams
- We don’t assess your eligibility for benefits or other services
Who we support
Our services are available to people at different stages of their sight loss journey, as well as those closest to them.
We work with healthcare professionals, volunteers, community organisations, and supporters who help us reach more people across York.
Support & Activities
People living with sight loss
Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed or have been living with sight loss for many years, we offer support to navigate everyday life with confidence.
Sight Loss Information
Families and carers
Information and guidance for family members, friends, and carers supporting someone with sight loss. We are here to help them understand what you are experiencing and how they can support you.
Make a referral
Health and social care professionals
We work with healthcare professionals, social care teams, community organisations, and local partners to ensure people can access the right support when they need it.
Get Involved
Volunteers and community partners
Whether you would like to volunteer, support an activity, fundraise, or explore partnership opportunities, there are many ways to get involved.
Support tailored to every need
Support from the moment of diagnosis
Our Hospital Eye Care Liaison Officer provides practical and emotional support when you are coming to terms with a diagnosis.
Space to talk things through
The Talking Space counselling service provides a confidential setting to talk through the emotional impact of sight loss.
Learning to live well with sight loss
Access trusted information and guidance about sight loss through our Living Well with Sight Loss courses.
Finding the right equipment for you
Visit our Equipment and Information Centre to find solutions and practical advice for everyday living.
Getting confident with technology
Access our digital inclusion services to build confidence using new technologies and discover tools that support greater independence.
Meeting people and trying new things
Meet people, learn new skills, and take part in accessible activities.
Regular company, when you want it
Our Befriending service provides regular social contact and support for people who may be feeling isolated.
Supporting people with sight loss in York and the surrounding areas
Our services are primarily available to people living in York and nearby communities.
Support is delivered from our York base, in community venues, over the phone, online, and through outreach services where appropriate.
If you would like to find out more about the support we offer, please get in touch.
How our work is funded
MySight York is an independent local charity. Our work is funded through a combination of grants, contracts, charitable trusts, donations, fundraising activities, and support from our local community.
While some of our services receive funding from public bodies and grant-making organisations, it is often restricted to specific projects or activities. The funding does not cover everything we do, nor does it always reflect the growing need for support from people living with sight loss across York and the surrounding areas.
Community support helps us bridge that gap. It enables us to respond when people need us most: developing new services, providing accessible information, and continuing to offer some of our activities free of charge. Every donation, volunteer hour, fundraising event, and partnership helps ensure that people living with sight loss can access practical advice, emotional support, and opportunities to remain active in their community.
Looking for support
Living with sight loss, supporting someone close to you, or simply unsure where to start? We are here to help.
Want to support our work?
Play your part in ensuring people living with sight loss across York can continue to access practical advice, emotional support, and community connections.
Discover more about MySight York
Who We Are
Meet the people behind MySight York and discover more about how the charity is run.
Reports and Publications
Explore annual reports, financial information, and organisational publications.
Projects
Discover some of the initiatives and community projects we’re currently working on and past projects.
