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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 2h

#Vacancies - Last chance to apply for exciting opportunities to join MySight York in a couple of roles: - Sight Support Advisor - ow.ly/fTvX50ZLMsC - Team Administrator - ow.ly/RkX450ZLMsF Location: York Closing date: 4 October 2026

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Out now, new episode of A Space of Our Own! Fern Lulham chats to Nia and Owen about parenthood and sight loss: ow.ly/lsgf50ZT4T9 "A Space of Our Own" is a Visionary - Linking sight loss charities project in partnership with MyVision Oxfordshire and Vision Support, funded by Fight for Sight.

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Space of Our Own, Ep.2 - Parenthood

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

If you’re blind or partially sighted, free support is available for power cuts. .Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) Priority Services offers accessible updates, advance notice where possible and a personalised Power Cut Plan. Find out more at ssen.co.uk/visionary

Two Asian women sit together on a sofa, smiling as they read an SSEN Priority Services leaflet about free extra support during power cuts.

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Out now Sept newsletter for sight loss sector! We're talking New Horizons Leadership Programme recognised at national awards, Wales Council of the Blind Annual Wales Eyecare Conference, Usher Kids UK summer camp and more! Read on our Knowledge Hub (members only): ow.ly/wpzz50ZulLY

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Welcome to Visionary - Visionary

Visionary is a membership organisation for local sight loss charities. Our Vision is for a world in which people living with sight loss can access the services they need at...

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The Braille Food Labelling Campaign are asking blind and partially sighted people about their experiences of food packaging. The campaign, supported by Sight Scotland & Sight Scotland Veterans, want products to be more accessible. Read more and take the survey: ow.ly/mOIO50ZSZjM

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Accessible Food Labelling - Visionary

Have your say on braille and accessible food labelling. The Braille Food Labelling Campaign is asking blind and partially sighted people across the UK about their experiences of food packaging....

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The launch of Surrey Sight Loss Councils is the newest addition to the growing network of volunteer-led groups of blind and partially sighted people across England, Scotland and Wales, influence positive change and improve accessibility across the county. Read more: ow.ly/LgxS50ZSYGK

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Surrey Sight Loss Council launches - Visionary

We’re delighted to announce the launch of Surrey Sight Loss Council (SLC), the newest addition to our growing network of volunteer-led groups across England, Scotland and Wales. Surrey SLC brings...

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

#Vacancy - Exciting opportunity at MertonVision as Trustee. Location: Colliers Wood, London Closing date: 31 October 2026 More vacancy details: www.visionary.org.uk/vacancies/trus…

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

#Vacancy - Exciting opportunity at Thomas Pocklington Trust as Tech Champion. Location: Remote Closing date: Open until filled. More vacancy details: www.visionary.org.uk/vacancies/tech…

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Leadership changes have been announced at Henshaws with Sally Daniels, Chief Executive stepping down in October and Tom Harte, MBA promoted to Interim Chief Executive. Also Pete Bulkley, Vice Chair, will succeed Alistair How as Chair from October. Read more: ow.ly/z6JZ50ZSym6

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Henshaws announces leadership changes - Visionary

Henshaws has announced a number of leadership changes as the charity prepares for the next stage of its development. Sally Daniels will step down as Chief Executive in October, remaining...

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

#Vacancy - Last chance to apply for exciting opportunity at Sense Ability Matters as Chief Executive Officer. Location: Tyne & Wear Closing date: 30 September 2026 More vacancy details: www.visionary.org.uk/vacancies/chie…

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

#Vacancy - Exciting opportunity at Vision Support as Finance Assistant. Location: Chester Closing date: 12 October 2026 More vacancy details: www.visionary.org.uk/vacancies/fina…

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Visionary Online Session - Join FREE for Visionary members: How charities can recruit and retain outstanding staff With Bruce Tait, Founder of BTA 17 Nov, 10AM to 11AM Get tips to recruit staff who stick, working with a recruitment agency and onboarding staff. visionary.org.uk/events

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Join us in our NEW, FREE upcoming event with guest speaker for members: • 17 November, How charities can recruit and retain outstanding staff Hear from experts and keep updated. We're here to support you, because we're #BetterTogether. Find out more: ow.ly/gJG050ZMEJv

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Visionary Online Session - Join session, FREE for Visionary members: NHS Talking Therapies – A new guide for staff when working with blind and partially sighted people. With RNIB and Thomas Pocklington Trust 13 October, 2 PM to 3 PM Register: ow.ly/lQsX50ZyqnS

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Visionary Online Session - Join session, FREE for Visionary members: Strengthening your resilience through charitable legacies With Remember A Charity 8 Oct, 10AM to 11AM Develop a strong and resilient future income stream through charitable legacies. Register: ow.ly/ypzt50ZuK7e

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Join us in our NEW, FREE upcoming events with guest speaker for members: • 8 October, Strengthening your resilience through charitable legacies • 13 October, NHS Talking Therapies – A new guide for staff when working with blind and partially sighted people. Find out more: ow.ly/U0ki50ZMECR

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

#Vacancy - Exciting opportunity at Sutton Vision as Fundraising Assistant. Location: Sutton Closing date: 23 October 2026 More vacancy details: www.visionary.org.uk/vacancies/fund…

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

A white, female SSEN employee in a high-visibility jacket talks with a white, female customer at her kitchen table. The customer is wearing a hearing aid and her guide dog is sitting beside her.

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

#Vacancy - Last chance to apply for exciting opportunity at Guide Dogs UK as Qualified Vision Rehabilitation Specialist. Location: Atherton (Greater Manchester, Cumbria and Lancashire) Closing date: 27 Sept More vacancy details: ow.ly/yLjE50ZOkUY

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

#Vacancy - Last chance to apply for exciting opportunity at Fight for Sight as Events and Community Fundraising Assistant. Location: Central London with some remote working. Closing date: 28 September 2026 More vacancy details: ow.ly/EJYM50ZL8js

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Congratulations to Visionary Annual Awards 2026 winners! - Digital & Technology Award: MyVision Oxfordshire - Eye Health Award: 4Sight Vision Support - Impact Award: Wakefield District Sight Aid - Influencing Award: @sightscotland.bsky.social - Partnership Award: @lookuk.bsky.social 1/2

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

That's a wrap for Visionary Annual Conference 2026! This vital space for sight loss organisations builds partnerships & strengthens UK support for blind and partially sighted people. Thank you for everyone's support in making this event successful! Share your highlights with #VisionaryConference26.

Photo Visionary team and volunteers left to right: Nia Greer, Philippa Simkiss, Raquel Garrido-Soriano, Sarah Greig, Daniel Whitbread, Fiona Sandford, Andy Smith, Becky Newham and Amy Pearson

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Thank you so much to our final workshop facilitators for engaging sessions and our generous sponsors too! Share with us your main take away from your workshop that you will implement in your organisation. Remember to also use #VisionaryConference26. #VisionaryConference26 #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Thank you so much to our workshop facilitators for such insightful sessions and our generous sponsors too! Share with us your main take away from your workshop that you will implement in your organisation. Remember to also use #VisionaryConference26. #VisionaryConference26 #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Good luck to our first round of workshop facilitators for the second day of the Visionary Annual Conference 2026! We're looking forward to more practical insights to shape the future of the sight loss sector. Thank you our generous sponsors! #VisionaryConference26 #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Thank you so much to our inspiring opening panel for a terrific start to the second day of Visionary Annual Conference. Interesting discussions on mindfulness and work-life balance Thank you to Fight for Sight for Sight for livestreaming this! #VisionaryConference26 #NationalEyeHealthWeek

Panel seated on stage from left to right: Dr Beverley Duguid, Mark Upton, Clare Burgess, Steve Johnson and Susanette Mansour.

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

We’re looking forward to hearing from our fantastic opening panel of inspirational leaders and entrepreneurs for the second day of the Visionary Annual Conference to discuss what it really takes to sustain ourselves and each other in demanding roles. #VisionaryConference26 #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Good luck to finalists of the Visionary Partnership Award sponsored by Thomas Pocklington Trust: - Hartlepool Vision Support, Newcastle Vision Support and Sense Ability Matters - LOOK UK - Sight Scotland & Sight Scotland Veterans - Southampton Sight ow.ly/gsyi50ZQgtZ #VisionaryConference26

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Visionary Annual Awards 2026 - Visionary

The 2026 Visionary Awards are proudly sponsored by Fight for Sight, Guide Dogs, RNIB, Specsavers and Thomas Pocklington Trust. We are delighted to share the shortlisted nominees for this year’s...

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The first day of the Visionary Annual Conference isn't quite over as we have the Annual Awards Dinner to look forward to, celebrating the outstanding work of members and partners. Best of luck to all the finalists! We think you're all winners. 😊 #VisionaryConference26 #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

A huge thank you to all the wonderful exhibitors at today's Visionary Annual Conference and thanks to our lovely delegates for stopping by and chatting. #VisionaryConference26 #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Thank you so much to our final round of workshop facilitators this afternoon for such engaging sessions and thanks also to our generous sponsors! What's your main take away from the workshop? Remember to also use #VisionaryConference26 when posting. #VisionaryConference26 #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Wishing the best of luck to our second round of workshop facilitators this afternoon! We're looking forward to more opportunities for innovative thinking to shape the future of the sight loss sector. Thank you also to our generous sponsors. #VisionaryConference26 #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

If you haven't done so already, please do visit the exhibition stands before they leave today. Try your hand at a game of tennis too at the LTA exhibition stand, suitable for blind and visually impaired people! #VisionaryConference26

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Thank you so much to our first round of workshop facilitators for such informative sessions and thanks to our generous sponsors too! Share with us your take away from your workshop. Remember to also use #VisionaryConference26. #VisionaryConference26 #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Good luck to our first round of workshop facilitators! We're looking forward to more engaging discussions and practical insights to shape the future of the sight loss sector. Thank you our generous sponsors! Which workshop did you select? #VisionaryConference26 #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

A highlight of the Visionary Annual Conference is networking with peers from across the sight loss community. Be sure to stop by the exhibition stands and meet the organisations showcasing new ideas, services and solutions for the sector. #VisionaryConference26 #NationalEyeHealthWeek

Collage of exhibitors: Top left to right Seable Holidays and Volunteero. Bottom left to right: Guide Dogs and CAF.

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Thank you so much to our fantastic opening panel for such an amazing start to the Visionary Annual Conference and delegates for your questions! Share your thoughts using #VisionaryConference26. Thank you to Fight for Sight for Sight for livestreaming this! #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

We’re looking forward to hearing from our fantastic opening panel of inspirational leaders and entrepreneur to kick off The Visionary Annual Conference. Thanks to Fight for Sight for livestreaming this! #VisionaryConference26 #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

#VisionaryConference26 is officially open and we're ready to welcome our fantastic delegates! Once you've registered, grab a hot drink and have a chat with our lovely exhibitors. Please do also say "Hi" here too and post throughout the event, using #VisionaryConference26. #NationalEyeHealthWeek

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

We're looking forward to welcoming delegates to the Visionary Annual Conference 2026! Pre-registration opens this afternoon at 4PM for delegates, so drop by, collect your badge and say "hi" before the conference starts tomorrow. See you soon! 😊 #VisionaryConference26 #NationalEyeHealthWeek

Photo of Visionary banner and Navi Lens code on a stand at the top of the registration table.

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Just 1 day till Visionary Annual Conference 2026! Thanks to our workshop facilitators in covering a wide range of topics and our generous sponsors too! Join the livestream on 23 and 24 Sept thanks to funding from Fight for Sight: ow.ly/btv550ZPGAP #VisionaryConference26

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Visionary - Linking sight loss charities @visionaryuk.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

We are excited Susanette Mansour, A Catalyst for Transformation is joining our fantastic panel on 24 September 2026 at this year's Visionary Annual Conference 2026! Join the inspiring conversation via livestream thanks to Fight for Sight: ow.ly/MJHR50Z5BrF #VisionaryConference26

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