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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 16h

SeeAbility has been awarded an NHS contract to offer eye care in every special school across London and South East England, meaning that 70,000 SEND children can benefit from our life-changing eye care service! Read the full story: seeability.org/70000-SEND-children

An image showing the main sights of London, with a large pair of glasses in the centre. The text reads '70,000 SEND children to benefit from SeeAbility's life-changing eye care service across London and South East England.'

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We're pleased that the UK Government is expanding its Jobs Guarantee programme, offering young people with disabilities guaranteed, fully-funded voluntary roles - an important step in reducing the notoriously high disability employment gap. www.seeability.org/JG-Scheme

An orange and yellow graphic with the text 'Thousands of young people with disabilities to be guaranteed jobs under the government's Jobs Guarantee scheme.'

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Scott Watkin BEM, our Head of Engagement, on Andy Burnham's speech at the Labour Conference.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Join SeeAbility’s Trek Sahara information webinar tonight to find out more about this incredible fundraising adventure. 📅 Today ⏰ 12:40 PM - 1:40 PM GMT+1 💻 Online Find out more and register: www.eventbrite.com/e/seeabilitys-tr…

Poster for Trek Sahara ’27 info session on Tuesday 29 September, with desert dunes, hikers, and a calendar showing 29.9.26.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Take on the London Marathon 2027 for SeeAbility and help change the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss. www.seeability.org/events/london-ma…

Runner in orange gives a thumbs-up during a city race beneath text reading, “A once in a lifetime opportunity to change lives.”

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Children with learning disabilities are 28x more likely to have sight problems - yet 4 in 10 have never had eye care. Our NHS Special Schools Eye Care Service brings clinical eye care into special schools. We’re recruiting, join us: seeability.org/joinourteam

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Looking after your eyes doesn't have to be complicated. Our Eye Care Champion Joanne shares three simple ways to look after your eyes. Small steps can make a difference to your eye health. How are you looking after your eyes this National Eye Health Week?

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

This National Eye Health Week, search our database of optometrists and dispensing opticians who have told us they welcome people with learning disabilities. Find an optometrist – www.seeability.org/optometrists?utm…

Yellow graphic reading “Find an optometrist,” with a magnifying glass showing an eye and red glasses, plus small eye illustrations.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Everyone deserves an equal right to sight- No one is 'too disabled' to have an eye test. www.seeability.org/advocacy-and-cam…

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Thinking about an adventure in 2027? Join our Trek Sahara information webinar to find out more, what’s involved and how you can get involved. Sign up and get your questions answered: www.eventbrite.com/e/seeabilitys-tr…

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

You might not always notice changes in your vision. Regular eye tests can help spot eye conditions you may not know you have. When was your last eye test?

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

People with learning disabilities have been overlooked in health and care for far too long.

Graphic quote: “NHS unable to treat and look after people with learning disabilities,” says care commission chair.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

For Inclusion Week, we asked our Listen Up! team why it's important that people listen to your views and ideas? Being listened to can make us feel valued, respected and empowered. When people take our ideas seriously, we know that our views matter.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Having a say in your own life means being able to make your own decisions, speak for yourself and have those choices respected. Summer shares why having choice matters to her and how it feels when other people make decisions or speak on her behalf.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

For Inclusion Week, we asked our Listen Up! team what makes them feel included. From having the right support and being understood, to enjoying the things you love and knowing people are listening. Everyone experiences inclusion differently. Press play to hear Summer, Kayleigh and Luke.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Inclusion is more than being invited to take part. It’s about feeling welcome, valued, listened to and able to be yourself. For Inclusion Week, our Listen Up! team are sharing what inclusion means to them.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Malvi Patel, our Special Schools Clinical Lead, shares her approach to making eye care work for every child. Read more: www.aop.org.uk/ot/features/2026/09/…

Malvi holds a handheld device near a schoolgirl’s face indoors; overlaid text reads, “No two days are the same, and no two children are the same.”

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Everyone deserves a fair chance at cancer treatment. This Stand Up To Cancer Day, read Caroline’s story www.seeability.org/stories/caroline…

Portrait of Caroline beside text: “There was no possible treatment,” followed by a hopeful message for Stand Up To Cancer Day.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

We’re recruiting! Children with learning disabilities are 28 times more likely to have sight problems, yet 4 in 10 have never had eye care. Join our Special Schools Eye Care team and help bring clinical eye care directly into special schools. Find out more - seeability.org/joinourteam

Eye care professional examines a young boy’s eye with a handheld light. Text overlay reads, “We are recruiting!”

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Talking about mental health can be difficult. Understanding our feelings and talking about them can be an important part of looking after ourselves. www.seeability.org/resources/lookin…

Cover reading “Looking after your mental health” with a smiling woman giving a thumbs-up and “Easy read guide” at the bottom.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Three years. Six paid internships. One partnership opening doors to work in Bristol. www.seeability.org/stories/opening-…

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Do you spend lots of time looking at a phone, tablet or computer? Our Easy Read guide shares simple tips to help you look after your eyes when using screens. www.seeability.org/resources/screen…

Cover reading “Screen use and your eyes – Easy read guide,” with a smiling person using a laptop and a book icon.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

"Everyone is able to have an eye test." Lance Campbell, SeeAbility Eye Care Champion, has written a blog for the NHS, sharing his personal experience of eye care, and why regular eye tests are so important for people with disabilities. Read Lance's blog here: www.seeability.org/NHSBlog2026

A photo of Lance, Eye Care Champion at SeeAbility, with the text 'Insights from an Eye Care Champion'.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Could your skills change lives? From gardening and befriending to marketing and finance, SeeAbility volunteers create opportunities for people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss to live the lives they choose. Find out more: www.seeability.org/volunteering2026

An image of Summer (Associate at SeeAbility) with a volunteer. Text reads 'Volunteer your skills. Change lives.'

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Children with learning disabilities are 28 times more likely to have sight problems. We're looking for passionate optometrists and opticians to join our growing team and help transform eye care for children with learning disabilities. Learn more: seeability.org/join-our-team

A graphic showing a SeeAbility eye test at a special school, with the text 'We are recruiting!'

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Looking for your next role? We're recruiting clinical professionals to bring specialist eye care to more schools across London and the South East. Join our growing team and use your expertise to change children's lives every day. Learn more and join our team: seeability.org/join-our-team

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

It's not the most conventional way to support a charity, but that’s what makes our Sahara trek so exciting. With support from our friendly team, flexible fundraising options and a registration fee of just £299, you'd be surprised how achievable this challenge is. seeability.org/SaharaTrek

A meme of a dog looking very confused. The dog is in the Sahara Desert, with text reading 'When you ask how you can support a charity and end up in the Sahara Desert'.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

You read that correctly – it costs less than £300 to sign up for the adventure of a lifetime across the Sahara Desert. After you’ve registered, there are lots of ways to pay the remaining costs, including fundraising, flexi-payments, and sponsorship. Learn more! seeability.org/SaharaTrek

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

SeeAbility’s Eye Care Champions are delivering a webinar with @bild.org.uk on 16th September! Join to learn more about the importance of good eye care for people with learning disabilities, how eye care can be made more accessible, and our campaigning work. Register online: bild.org.uk/GEC

An image advertising a free webinar with bild and SeeAbility on "good eye care for everyone". It advertises that the event is on 16th September at 12:30pm.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

SeeAbility’s Eye Care Champions recently visited @cenmac.bsky.social’s Communication Works conference in Manchester and London, sharing the importance of good eye health for people with learning disabilities and autism. Read our blog for the full story! seeability.org/CW2026Blog

An image showing Eye Care Champions Lance and Rebecca alongside Stephen Kill (National Eye Care Services Development Manager). Text reads 'Championing easy eye care at Communication Works'.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

In 2027, join us for a 100km trek across the Sahara Desert, transforming lives for people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss. Whether you'd prefer to cover the cost yourself, fundraise, or seek sponsorship, there are options for every budget. seeability.org/SaharaTrek

A photo of three people trekking the Sahara Desert. Above them are the numbers '1', '2' and '3', with the text 'Three ways to fund your Sahara adventure.'

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Never fundraised before? We've got you covered. Join Team SeeAbility in March 2027 as we trek the Sahara Desert! If you join us, you’ll receive expert fundraising support, training guidance and the encouragement of an incredible team. Reach out today! seeability.org/SaharaTrek

An image of three people inside a tent in the Sahara Desert, with the text 'Never fundraised before? We've got you covered.'

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Ever dreamed of adventuring through the Sahara Desert? Join us for our upcoming fundraising trek! You can choose from various funding options, including self-funding, flexi and sponsorship routes, and spread the registration fee over two months. Find out more: seeability.org/SaharaTrek

A photo of a camel in the Sahara Desert, with the text 'Funding your place just got more flexible.'

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

We're pleased to hear the government has announced that people with disabilities will receive 24-hour free bus travel across England from next April. You can read the government's announcement here: seeability.org/247bustravel

A photo of a person in a wheelchair getting on a bus, with the caption '24-hour free bus travel announced for England'

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Dear Prime Minister - as you work to reform social care, we’re highlighting the voices of people we support. Luke from our Listen Up! team has shared what good support looks like to him, and why having the right support is so important for people with disabilities to live the lives they choose.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Need some motivation to get those daily steps in? We may have a solution... Join SeeAbility's Sahara trek and swap the treadmill for rolling sand dunes, incredible sunrises, and an adventure you'll never forget. Get in touch for an informal chat today! seeability.org/SaharaTrek

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Dear Prime Minister Andy Burnham - as you work to reform social care, we’re highlighting the voices of people we support. Luke from our Listen Up! team has shared a personal message on the impact that social care has had on his life, giving him the support to live the life that he wants.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Dear Prime Minister Andy Burnham - Luke from our Listen Up! team has shared his thoughts on how public spaces can be made more accessible for people with disabilities. We'd welcome the opportunity to hear how the government will remove barriers and create a more inclusive society.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Curious about Trek Sahara? Join our free webinar on 13th August to get the inside scoop on this unforgettable adventure. Whether you're thinking about signing up or simply want to learn more, we'd love to see you there! Reserve your free place today: seeability.org/SaharaWebinar

A photograph of trekkers walking through the Sahara Desert, with the text 'Trek Sahara '27' and an information symbol.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Do you want to explore a whole new world next year? Register for our upcoming Sahara Desert trek for only £300! Every step you take will break down barriers and make the impossible feel possible for the people SeeAbility supports. Learn more on our website! seeability.org/SaharaTrek

Trekkers walk in single file along the crest of a golden sand dune in the Sahara Desert. The text reads 'Adventure awaits! Secure your place on our Sahara Trek for £300'.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Do you ever feel like disconnecting from the endless distractions of modern life and reconnecting with the outdoors? Join our upcoming Sahara Desert trek and explore glistening desert valleys by day and bask under clear, star-filled skies by night. seeability.org/SaharaTrek

An image of two halves - at the top shows a person walking through the centre of a busy city, and at the bottom shows a person walking alone amongst the desert sands.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Last week, Prime Minister Andy Burnham set out his vision for social care reform across the UK. Scott Watkin BEM shares his thoughts on this, emphasising the need for people with learning disabilities to be part of the conversation. Read more on our website: seeability.org/PMSpeech

An image of a support worker smiling at a person we support, with the text 'The Prime Minister has set out a new vision for social care. Now it's time to shape it together.'

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Join Team SeeAbility for the adventure of a lifetime. Most people start the Sahara Trek on their own, but finish with new friends and unforgettable memories. www.seeability.org/events/sahara-de…

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Take on the Sahara with Team SeeAbility. We'll support you with fundraising, practical guidance and one-to-one support from start to finish. www.seeability.org/events/sahara-de…

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

We welcome the Prime Minister's new vision for social care, including plans for reform and a renewed focus on the workforce. Scott Watkin BEM shares why people with disabilities must be at the heart of the conversation. Read more on our website: seeability.org/PMSpeech

The Prime Minister has set out a new vision for social care. Now it's time to shape it together.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

No one should have to travel outside their borough for accessible eye care. We're pleased that London Assembly Member Marina Ahmad is supporting our call for more Southwark opticians to join the Easy Eye Care service. Read the full story: seeability.org/southwark

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

You don't need to be an experienced trekker to take on the Sahara. We'll support you with training, practical guidance and one-to-one support to help you get ready for the adventure. www.seeability.org/events/sahara-de…

A line of hikers sits on a desert sand dune under a clear blue sky, casting long shadows across the slope.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Our Listen Up! Associate Sue met her local MP to share the barriers wheelchair users face and why accessible pavements matter. www.seeability.org/news/making-pave…

Poster reading “Walking the talk on accessibility,” with Sue Keegan and Alex Baker MP pictured together, one seated in a wheelchair.

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

This Disability Pride Month, we're celebrating Grace, one of our Eye Care Champions. Grace is proud to support people with learning disabilities to get the eye care they need – and proud to be herself. Thank you, Grace, for making a difference every day. 🧡

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