Vision Norfolk

Vision Norfolk is a charitable organisation based in Norfolk, United Kingdom, dedicated to supporting people living with sight loss and visual impairment. Established in 1805, it is one of the UK's longest-standing charities in the field of vision impairment support, serving individuals and families across Norfolk for over two centuries[2][1].

Mission and Vision

Vision Norfolk’s vision is that all vision impaired people in Norfolk live independent and fulfilled lives. Its mission is to improve the confidence, skills, and social engagement of vision impaired people of all ages in Norfolk by delivering high-quality services along with practical and emotional support, enabling them to lead independent and fulfilling lives[1].

Services

The charity offers a broad range of services catering to people with sight loss, their families, and carers at every stage of their journey, including:

• One-to-one, group, and outreach support at hubs located in Norwich, King's Lynn, and Great Yarmouth[1][2].
• Eye clinic support across Norfolk’s main hospitals, including Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, James Paget University Hospital, and Cromer and District Hospital[2].
• Social and well-being activities for adults, children, young people, and their families[1][2].
• Provision of daily living equipment designed to assist those with sight impairment[1][2].
• Befriending services aimed at reducing social isolation and providing emotional support[1].
• Specialist supported housing in Norwich tailored to the needs of visually impaired residents[2][5].
• Support in areas such as work and employment, training and education, cultural and sporting activities, and residential care[5].

Access to Services

Individuals experiencing difficulty due to vision loss or those who know someone facing such challenges can access Vision Norfolk's services through various routes, including referrals from eye clinics or GPs and self-referral options[1].

Charity Status

Vision Norfolk operates as a registered charity under the number 1206599, with a charitable remit focused exclusively on the assistance and empowerment of people with visual impairment in Norfolk[3].

Vision Norfolk continues to be a vital resource offering practical help, emotional support, and community connection for people affected by sight loss, fostering independence and improving quality of life throughout the region.

[1] https://www.visionnorfolk.org.uk [2] https://www.visionnorfolk.org.uk/about-us/ [3] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5228516 [4] https://www.getinvolvednorfolk.org.uk/o/Vision-Norfolk [5] https://www.rnib.org.uk/sightline-directory/organisations/vision-norfolk-de5b0f53-2c93-4f0b-8d48-5bc0b76b0089/