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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Find out how giving just an hour or two a week could make a big difference to someone in your community. Come along to our Befriending Volunteer coffee morning on Wed 11th November from 10am-12 noon to meet staff and volunteers over coffee and cake. Phone Fiona on 01332 292262 for more information.

A poster with the following wording: Sight Support Derbyshire Volunteer Coffee Morning 11 Nov 10am-12pm Derby Interested in making a real difference in your community? Come along to find out more about our Befriending Service and how you can become a volunteer and bring friendship to someone in your community who is blind or partially sighted. Everyone welcome! 01332 287005 for more information fiona.bateman@sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk Ref charity no: 1080986
In the top right hand corner in a circle is a photo of an older gentleman raising his mug to 'chink' with the mug of a lady sitting next to him. They are both smiling at each other.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

If you thought sunglasses were just a summer accessory - think again! Adopting healthy lifestyle habits helps keep your eyes and vision healthy. Protect your eyes from sun damage when the UV index rises to 3 or more, even on cloudy days. #EyeWeek #VisionMatters #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Dry eye affects one in three of us. Age, screen use, menopause and contact lens use can all increase your risk. Speak to the team at your local optical practice for eye care advice and information about managing and treating #DryEye #VisionMatters #EyeWeek #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Barbara (the sheep!) was not happy with Elmo stealing all the limelight yesterday and wanted to get in on the #DressBrightForSight action today! A big thank you to Barbara's good friend for reminding all the parents out there to book an eye test for their children. #NationalEyeHealthWeek

A small boy wearing a yellow high vis jacket is holding a placard promoting eye tests for children. He is standing in a field and next to him is Barbara the sheep wearing a pink scarf with sunglasses on top of her head. She is nibbling at the boy's shoulder. He is smiling at the camera.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Staff at Sight Support Derbyshire are taking part in #DressBrightForSight today - wearing our brightest gear for the day to raise awareness of the importance of looking after our eyes. Find out more: sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk/dress-bright... #EyeWeek #VisionMatters #blueberrymuffins

A group of six women are sitting around a table with mugs and a plate full of blueberry muffins. They are wearing a range of brightly coloured tops and jumpers and in the background is a Sight Support Derbyshire banner

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Meet our #DressBrightForSight mascot, Elmo! He is sporting a rather dashing neckerchief covered in paw prints and bones especially for #NationalEyeHealthWeek Get involved in #DressBrightForSight - either yourself or your furry friend! Link in comments. Tag us in your photos!

Elmo is a small white dog and is wearing a bright blue neckerchief with multi-coloured bones and pawprints. He is looking directly at the camera.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Did you know? 1 in 5 children are living with an undiagnosed vision problem. Regular sight tests are vital to detect and treat problems early, helping them get the #BestStartInLife. NHS sight tests are free for under 16s and under 19s in full-time education. #VisionMatters #EyeWeek

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

When was the last time you had an eye test? Routine eye tests are essential health checks, even if you think your eyes are fine. Sight tests can detect vision issues and spot signs of health conditions like #diabetes #highcholesterol #VisionMatters #EyeWeek #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Will you #DressBrightForSight next week during #NationalEyeHealthWeek? Raise awareness of good eye health and raise vital funds to help local people living with sight loss. Find out more: sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk/dress-bright...

Two ladies are standing next to each other and laughing at the camera. One has her hand on the others shoulder. The lady on the left is wearing a bright green top, the lady on the right is wearing a bright pink jacket and has yellow earrings

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Thanks to the lovely folk at the Benefact Group we could win £1,000 between 7th - 11th Sep, but we have to be in it to win it! Could you take a minute to nominate Sight Support Derbyshire (reg charity name Derbyshire Association of the Blind Ltd)? Thank you! movementforgood.com/draws/1000?c...

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Nominate now! - Movement for Good awards

We could receive a £1,000 donation with your help through the Movement for Good Draw.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Come and join us! Our new Social Activities programme for people living with sight loss is out now. Visit our website to find out more and book your activities: sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk/new-social-a...

In the foreground is a piece of cake, behind is a pair of hands holding a mug and there is a tea-pot on the table in the middle

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Our Summer Raffle has now been drawn! Visit our website to see the winning numbers. Thank you to everyone who took part and to all the companies who generously donated prizes. The raffle has raised a brilliant £1,669!

A lady wearing a blue and white dress is standing behind a tombola drum with a folded ticket in her hand. Behind her is a Sight Support Derbyshire banner.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Thank you to everyone who donated - your gifts will make a difference to isolated older people living with sight loss. Huge thanks to @biggive.bsky.social @ncvo.bsky.social @makesomenoise.com @postcodelotteryuk.bsky.social for making the whole thing possible.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Thank you @visionaryuk.bsky.social for sharing our appeal! Donations for this week only will be DOUBLED! Link in comments.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

In just 15 minutes our #SmallCharityWeek @biggive.bsky.social match giving appeal will open! For one week only until 5pm on Monday 29th June, donations to our Befriending Project will be DOUBLED thanks to the generous people at @postcodelotteryuk.bsky.social Be the first to donate! bit.ly/4thmTjf

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Only 6 days to go until the Big Give #SmallCharityWeek match funding campaign starts! From noon on Mon 22 until 5pm on Mon 29 June donations to our Befriending Project will be DOUBLED at no cost to you! Simply make a donation via the link in the comments and your gift will be DOUBLED! Thank you!

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Less than 2 weeks 'til our #SmallCharityWeek @biggive.bsky.social match funding appeal! Your donations doubled from noon 22nd June to 5pm 29th June! Double the donation, double the difference to local isolated older people living with sight loss. Save the date! donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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Bringing light in the darkness through befriending – Big Give

Our Befriending project helps address the loneliness experienced by many older people who are blind or partially sighted across Derby …

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Lovely to meet some of our amazing volunteers yesterday and thank them for everything they do for local people living with sight loss. Thank you! #VolunteersWeek Find out more about volunteering with Sight Support Derbyshire: sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk/support-us/v...

A group of 7 people are sitting round a long table with cups of tea and coffee in front of them. They are all smiling at the camera. The background has been coloured yellow.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

This #VolunteersWeek we want to say a HUGE thank you to ALL our wonderful volunteers - from baking cakes to make people feel welcome at our social groups, to befriending isolated older people to bring the outside world back in, to being a Trustee, to counting the money in our collection tins! 🙏

A cake with white icing and multicoloured sprinkles next to a knife which has been used to cut it - there is not much cake left!

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Our next Information Day will take place on Wed 10th June 2026 from noon - 2.30pm at the St Thomas' Centre & Coffee Bar in Chesterfield. If you or someone you know is experiencing sight loss our Information Days are a great way to access a range of information and support all in one place.

A lady is standing next to a display stand with leaflets and equipment. She is wearing a yellow Sight Support Derbyshire fleece and is smiling.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Please nominate us - we could win £5,000 towards our work with local people living with sight loss! It only take a few minutes to nominate. Thank you! movementforgood.com/draws/specia... #MovementForGood

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Nominate now! - Movement for Good awards

We could receive a £5,000 donation with your help through the Movement for Good Draw.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

We are #hiring Want to make a difference to the lives of older people with sight loss who are lonely and isolated? We are #recruiting for a Befriending Coordinator to join our team and really make a difference: "I feel connected to the outside world again! I hope her visits never stop".

Two ladies are sitting at a kitchen table smiling at the camera. The lady on the left is older with short white hair and glasses. In front of them are two mugs.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Drum roll please! We are excited to have been chosen to be part of the #SmallCharityWeek @biggive.bsky.social match funding campaign! Every donation towards our Big Give Befriending appeal from 22-29th June will be doubled thanks to our match funder, @postcodelotteryuk.bsky.social Watch this space!

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

We are very proud to share that our Chair of Trustees, Martin Wilson, has been recognised for 23 years service to the community through a High Sheriff of Derbyshire award. Thank you Martin for everything you have done, and continue to do, for local people living with sight loss.

Martin Wilson on the left wearing suit and tie holding a framed certificate. Next to him is cadet Sgt Rosie Gill in her uniform and next to her is Sir Richard FitzHerbert in his High Sheriff outfit

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

We were humbled to attend the Toyota Manufacturing UK Charitable Trust presentation event recently. So many amazing people from so many fantastic local charities and community groups. Very grateful to receive support from Toyota towards our social activities for isolated older people with sight loss

Six people are standing on a low stage smiling at the camera. Four men are wearing Toyota uniform (navy trousers and a grey and navy jacket) and between them is Sight Support Derbyshire CEO Kathy Kozlowski and Fundraiser Abigail Beaney who is holding an envelope containing a cheque

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Less than a month till our annual Sensory Tech Day at the Post Mill Centre, South Normanton on Wednesday 13th May from 10.30am-3.30pm. Pop in to find out more about technology available to help people living with sight loss. We look forward to meeting you!

Image of a lady sitting outside on a wooden bench with a laptop on the wooden table in front of her. She is holding a mobile phone to her ear and is smiling. Text reads: Sensory Tech Day 2026. View and try the latest technology available to make living with a visual impairment easier. Drop in to meet the experts. Also advice on getting the best out of your own smart phone, tablet or computer. Over 15 exhibitors to browse on the day. Hosted by: Sight Support Derbyshire. Wednesday 13th May 10.30am to 3.30pm The Post Mill Centre off Market Street South Normanton Alfreton DE55 2EJ Registered charity number 1080986. 01332 292262

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Picture the scene - a sunny day watching the cricket, a romantic evening meal for two, an adventure filled day out with the family or £250 cash to spend. Sound good? Enter our summer raffle for just £1 and you could be a winner! Link in first comment below.

An older lady and gentleman are sitting at a table with a bingo cage in front of them. They are grinning broadly at the camera. There is a multicoloured tapestry on the wall behind them.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Please take a moment to nominate Sight Support Derbyshire to give us the chance to win a £1,000 from The Benefact Group's #MovementForGood Thank you! movementforgood.com/draws/1000/?...

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Fancy getting out a bit more now spring is in the air? Why not become a Community Outreach Volunteer for Sight Support Derbyshire? Details in first comment. Phone 01332 292262 for a chat with Fiona, our Volunteer Coordinator or email enquiries@sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Our Summer 2026 Newsletter is now available on our website - with a welcome from our new CEO Kathy Kozlowski, information about our befriending project and social and leisure activities and of course the launch of our summer raffle! So why not put the kettle on and have a read or listen. Link below.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

The sun has come out this morning to celebrate the launch of our new programme of social activities for older people living with sight loss. With better weather on the way, the programme include canal boat rides and gentle strolls as well as cafe meet ups and a cinema trip. Visit our website.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

A huge thank you to the team at Specsavers Belper for raising money for Sight Support Derbyshire at their 20th birthday event. They raised a smashing £181 and we are so grateful! Many Happy Returns to all at Specsavers Belper!

Three staff from Specsavers Belper are standing in the sun outside their store with Sight Support Derbyshire Trustee, Deborah Hilton-Barber. There is a table in front of them with a game and sweets and next to them is a Sight Support Derbyshire pop up banner.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

A big thank you to Bowesbury Care Home from Crystal Care Collection for choosing to raise funds for Sight Support Derbyshire at their Open Day on Saturday. Also a pleasure to meet their Brand Ambassador Anthea Turner. Thank you to everyone involved in raising £140 towards our work.

TV personality Anthea Turner is standing next to Sight Support Derbyshire fundraising Abigail Beaney. They are next to a Sight Support Derbyshire banner and smiling at the camera.

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Just a cheery photo to brighten your day! 😀 Find out more about our social activities here: sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk/how-can-we-h...

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Come along to Bowesbury Care Home in Boulton Moor from 11am-1pm for cakes, refreshments, entertainment and a chance to meet Crystal Care Brand Ambassador, Anthea Turner, as well as raising vital funds for Sight Support Derbyshire.

Against a green background with images of flowers, clouds and birds and a round picture of Anthea Turner, is the following text: Bowesbury Care Home Residential and Dementia Care. Grow with Bowesbury. Community Open Day. Saturday 28th Feb 11am-1pm Celebrate community, care and connection at our Bowesbury open day. We look forward to welcoming you to our home. Family-friendly activities. Crafts & creative fun. Live music. Food & spring drinks. All welcome! 89 Bowes Road, Boulton Moor, DE72 3UY Sat Nav DE24 5BZ

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

We're looking forward to helping @specsaversuk.bsky.social Belper to celebrate 20 years of serving their local community on Saturday 14th February! Cakes, entertainment and fun, all in aid of Sight Support Derbyshire. Pop in from 10am onwards!

Against a pale green background are images of bunting and brightly coloured balloons. Text reads: Specsavers Belper 20th Birthday Celebration Saturday 14th February 2026 Join us for cake, magic and lots of fun!

Against a pale green background are images of bunting and brightly coloured balloons. Text reads: Birthday Raffle! £1 per ticket. Prizes include: £100 voucher to spend instore, lens cloths, cleaning sprays, vouchers for free anti-glare

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Congratulations to the winners of our Winter Raffle and thank you to the local companies who donated the prizes, including Nine Dots Development who helped draw the winning tickets. Together we raised over £2,280 to help local people living with sight loss!

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Our first Information Day of 2026 will take place on Thursday 5th March at Buxton Methodist Church. Find out about the support available for people living with sight loss. sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk/sight-suppor...

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Sight Support Information Day - Buxton 2026 - Sight Support

We are pleased to be hosting our first information event of 2026 in Buxton on Thursday 5th March 2026

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SeeAbility @seeability.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Our Ready, Willing and Able team have shared a new blog with simple tips to support you on your journey into work. www.seeability.org/news/finding-job…

Jan using his laptop, text reads "Ready Willing & Able. Finding a job: Simple tips to help you along the way."

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Time to put your feet up? The daily challenges of living with sight loss can cause stress and anxiety. Taking part in a session like this gives participants an opportunity to relax and meet others to share experiences with. Afterwards the group felt: "relaxed", "peaceful", "less stressed", "calm".

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

How does an extra £250 in your pocket come February sound? Good? Then why not enter our winter raffle for the chance to win just that, or other lovely prizes! All in aid of support for local people living with sight loss. sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk/winter-raffl...

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Winter Raffle 2025-26 Tickets now available! - Sight Support

Enter our Winter Raffle for the chance to win £250 cash, a set of beautiful Denby nesting bowls, tickets for Derby County FC and other great prizes!

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

January can be a downer after all the festivities, but one sure fire way to feel better is to try something new and connect with others. Why not become a volunteer befriender with Sight Support Derbyshire? "I started thinking I’d just be helping others, but it’s been equally rewarding for me."

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Christmas magic is in the air... Why not send a charity e-card and donate the cost of cards and stamps? For a donation amount of your choice send up to 100 e-cards via email, whatsapp or messenger - and know that your donation will be making a difference to local people living with sight loss too.

Illustration of Santa sitting on top of a chimney with a long scroll list in one hand and a laptop in the other. Next to the laptop is a Christmas Card with dashes around it illustrating it has come out of the laptop. Text reads: Send Christmas e-cards and donate the cost of cards and stamps! DontSendMeACard.com

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Want to make a real difference in your community for just an hour or so a week? Find out more about becoming a befriending volunteer, bringing companionship into the life of an isolated older person living with sight loss. Email enquiries@sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk or phone 01332 292262

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Sight Support Derbyshire @sightsupderbys.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

What an interesting post from @derbyshiredro.bsky.social We love finding out parts of our history that may have been forgotten. We are still going strong providing a range of services for local people living with sight loss and constantly adapting and changing with the changing needs of society.

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