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Meet the Team

Joanne is the Activities Co-Ordinator at our care home in Sheffield Cairn Home   Read More >

Supertram Survey

We've been asked to share this information about a Supertram Survey   Read More >

Meet the Team

Chloe is our SRSB and RSS Children and Family Support Officer   Read More >

RSS Update April 24

We’re delighted to let you know that Rotherham Sight and Sound will begin with client groups and meetings from next week Monday 29th April.   Read More >

ADRA Accessible Tour

We've been asked to let our clients know about an accessible performance at the Showroom Cinema in Sheffield   Read More >

Travel News

Free electric bus service to run in Sheffield city centre   Read More >

RSS Music Group Visit Dalston

RSS Music Group Perform in Dalston, Hackney, London   Read More >

RUFC Event

RUFC have asked us to pass on this information about and event they are holding in Feb   Read More >

Retina UK Talking Travel

Retina UK have asked us to pass on this information to any of our clients who might be interested   Read More >

QAC Sight Village Dates

Each year thousands of people visit Sight Village to find out at first hand the latest technology, products and support services available   Read More >

CBS Information Day

We have been asked to pass on this information about an event in Manchester about Charles Bonnet Syndrome by our friends at Esme's Umbrella   Read More >

RSS Update 2024

We have some exciting news about Rotherham Sight   Read More >

VI Shooting Medals

Just before Christmas our VI Shooting Group were presented with competition medals for their scores in 2023   Read More >

World Braille Day 2024

This year we are sharing a story from Sheffield student Tilly that she wrote for us as part of her research in to this tactile writing system   Read More >

Christmas Closure

We are closed from Thursday 21st Dec from 4:30pm until Tuesday 2nd January at 8:30am   Read More >

Travel South Yorks Christmas

Client Information Here is a link for the Christmas bus, tram and train travel from 19 Dec 2023 to 3 Jan 2024   Read More >

Christmas Raffle Winners 2023

Here are the winning numbers for our 2023 raffle drawn today 20th December 2023   Read More >

SRSB History Book PDF

We have recently produced a history book and you can download a PDF copy here   Read More >

Travel South Yorkshire Update

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority have asked us to let people know about a new freephone traveline number   Read More >

Kings Award for STN

Our congratulations to Sheffield Talking News on the fantastic news that they have been awarded the Kings Award this week   Read More >

Meet the Team Amy

Amy joined RSS in 2023 and is our Deaf/Blind Services Coordinator   Read More >

Meet the Team Hayley

Hayley is our Community Support Officer. She has worked at SRSB and RSS since 2017   Read More >

DWP Sight In Mind Survey

DWP have asked us to pass on this information about a research project   Read More >

Hospital Research Group

Over the last few months we formed a client group to support research by the School of Allied Health Professions, Nursing and Midwifery, at the Uni   Read More >

Beyond the Visual Exhibition

This three-year research project aims to enhance blind people’s experience of art in museums. It will culminate with a landmark exhibition   Read More >

Division Street Update

We have received a letter with an update about the traffic scheme on Division St near our Centre in Sheffield   Read More >

Meet the Team Rob

Rob is our Equipment Advisor at SRSB and RSS. He started with SRSB in March 2014   Read More >

Meet the Team Sarah

Sarah joined SRSB in 2006 and is now Community Support Manager for SRSB and RSS   Read More >

LEGO Fun Day Raffle

Following our LEGO Fun Day last weekend here are the raffle winners   Read More >

Eye Clinic Research

We have been asked to let our clients aged between 16 to 25 know about this study   Read More >

Barnsley Cooper Gallery

We have been asked to let our clients know about this audio described guide at the Cooper Gallery in Barnsley   Read More >

RSS Electronic Music Event

Some clients from RSS have been working on an Electronic Music Showcase that will take place at Site Gallery in Sheffield   Read More >

RSS Refurb Update

Our Centre in Rotherham has been having a refurb and we thought you might like to hear how it's going and here are a few photos.   Read More >

Summer Raffle Winning Numbers

We've drawn the Summer 2023 Raffle today and the winning numbers are here...   Read More >

Bus Service Changes

Bus service changes in South Yorkshire from 23 July   Read More >

Rotherham Council Consultation

Have your say on Rotherham Adult Social Care Vision and Strategy   Read More >

Rail Ticket Office Closures

Respond to the consultation via the RNIB website   Read More >

Humanware Demo Day

A date for your diaries. We're excited to welcome Humanware to SRSB in September to demo their range of products   Read More >

Name Me Lawand

We've been asked to let our clients know about this film that will previewed at the Showroom Cinema in Sheffield on 21st June 2023   Read More >

Meet the Team Jenny

Meet the Team: Jenny started working at Cairn Home in 1994   Read More >

Meet the Team Steve

Steve joined SRSB/RSS in January 2021 as Fundraising Manager   Read More >

Audio Described film

We've been informed there is an audio described described film session which is available on the ShAFF Vimeo channel   Read More >

IBSA World games 2023

The IBSA World Games will be held in venues across Birmingham from 18th to 27th August 2023   Read More >

Dying Matters Events

Compassionate Sheffield have asked us to share this information about a series of free community events in Sheffield, to explore why dying matters   Read More >

Coronation of King Charles

Best wishes from Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind (SRSB) on The Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort   Read More >

Meet the Team Tony

Tony joined RSS as Deaf Services Co-ordinator back in 2005   Read More >

Student Research Request

We have been asked by a student at the University of Sheffield to share a research survey about Physically Disabled Individuals and the Police   Read More >

Circus Starr Free Tickets

We have some free Circus Starr tickets available for the 2023 show in Sheffield on 3rd May 2023   Read More >

Meet the Team Carolyn

Carolyn originally joined SRSB as a Community Advice Officer back in 2005   Read More >

Voter ID Meeting

In March we welcomed representatives from Sheffield and Rotherham Council to discuss photo ID at polling stations   Read More >

Diabetic Eye Screening

Members of or Community Advice Officer Team and Emotional Support Officer recently had a visit from the Diabetic Eye Screening Department   Read More >

Diabetes UK Event in Sheffield

Diabetes UK have asked us to let our clients know about this event in Sheffield   Read More >

Margaret. A Tribute from SRSB

The team at SRSB and RSS would like to pay tribute to our long standing volunteer, Margaret, who very sadly passed away recently   Read More >

CENTRES CLOSED TODAY

Due to the extreme weather conditions our Centres in Sheffield will be closed today 10th March 2023   Read More >

Sheffield Blitz Project

We have been asked to share information with our clients about a project around the Sheffield Blitz   Read More >

Northern Ballet Performance

We have been asked to pass on this information about an upcoming audio described performance by the Northern Ballet   Read More >

RSS Refurbishment Update

We're excited to announce that we will begin a long-awaited refurbishment on Rotherham Sight and Sound (RSS) Centre on Ship Hill Rotherham in March   Read More >

Yorkshire Artspace Exhibition

We're passing on this information about a Sheffield exhibition that may be of interest to our clients, as visitors are invited to touch the artwork   Read More >

ShAFF Accessible Information

We have been asked to pass on this information about the Access All Areas, a selection of the best films from ShAFF 2023   Read More >

CBS Study

Katharine Fisher, a PhD student at the University of Manchester, would like to find out if CBS stops people from carrying out physical activities   Read More >

Showroom Screening

Showroom Cinema have a free special screening for audiences with hearing or visual impairment   Read More >

Befriending Volunteer Catch Up

We hold a regular catch up Coffee Morning for our Tele Befriending volunteers   Read More >

Connecting Sheffield Info

We have been asked by Connecting Sheffield on behalf of Sheffield Council to pass on this information about the Arundel Gate Bus Gate   Read More >

Cllr Anne Murphy. A Tribute

We would like to pay tribute to Cllr Anne Murphy, former Lord Mayor of Sheffield and Ambassador of SRSB and RSS   Read More >

NHS Survey

Sexual Health Sheffield have asked us to let our clients know about a patient satisfaction survey to help improve services for all of their patients   Read More >

Utility Bills. Cost of Living

A message from or Community Advice Officer Team about utility bills and the cost of living   Read More >

Charles Bonnet Syndrome News

In November we were delighted to attend an event to mark CBS awareness day and 7 years since Esmes Umbrella began   Read More >

Christmas Closing

Our Centres in Sheffield and Rotherham are closed from Thurs 22nd Dec to Tues 3rd Jan   Read More >

Christmas Raffle Draw

Our raffle was drawn on 21st December 2022   Read More >

David Shepherd Retirement

One of our long standing Trustees has recently retired from our Board and we would like to say a huge thank you to him   Read More >

Meet the Team

Amanda started at Cairn Home in 2009   Read More >

Sheffield Home Library Service

Sheffield Libraries have asked us to let our clients know about their Home Library service   Read More >

Meet the Team

Pamela started working as Cafe Manager at SRSB in May 2022   Read More >

Accessible Smart Metres

Update about free Accessible In-Home Display (AIHD) smart meters that are available from energy suppliers   Read More >

VI Baseball Trip to Italy

Two of our clients and a member of staff visited Italy in October   Read More >

CAO Training

Our team of 11 Community Advice Officers (CAOs) offer a comprehensive support and advice service to our clients in the local community   Read More >

SYVITC Tennis Story

The first recreational tournament held by South Yorkshire Visually Impaired Tennis Club (SYVITC) was a huge success   Read More >

State Funeral Bank Holiday

We will be observing the Bank Holiday today for the funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II   Read More >

Eye Health Week

Eye Health Week will run from 19th to 25th Sept in 2022   Read More >

Meet the Team. Jack

Jack joined SRSB/RSS in 2022 as Counsellor and Psychotherapist   Read More >

Our Condolences

We are extremely saddened to hear the news about The Queen   Read More >

BBS Have a Go Day

We're excited to be collaborating with British Blind Sport and Move More on an inclusive sports event at the English Institute of Sport in Sheffield   Read More >

Ramps On The Moon Production

The Ramps On The Moon production of Much Ado About Nothing is playing at the Crucible in Sheffield   Read More >

Street Ahead Update

Amey's road resurfacing works programme has restarted, so there will be more roadworks in the city   Read More >

Cricket Family Fun Day

Yorkshire Visually Impaired Cricket Club have asked us to let our clients who are interested in cricket know   Read More >

Meet the Team. Matt

Matt started working for SRSB/RSS in June 2022 as Training and Development Officer   Read More >

Changes to GP Sites

Our friends at Disability Sheffield have asked us to share this information about changes to GP Sites in North Sheffield   Read More >

Bus Service Cuts

Our friends at Disability Sheffield have asked us to share this information about bus service cuts   Read More >

Meet the Team. Helen

Helen started work at RSS in Rotherham in February 2022 as Business Support Officer   Read More >

New City Connect Bus Service

Our friends at Disability Sheffield have asked us to share this information about the new City Connect bus service   Read More >

Street Accessibility Meeting

NFBUK and SRSB/RSS would like to invite our clients to an event on 3rd August   Read More >

Winning Raffle Tickets

Our raffle was drawn on 20th July 2022   Read More >

CBS Research Request

City University of London are conducting some research in to Charles Bonnet Syndrome and we have been asked to pass on this opportunity to take part   Read More >

Audio Described Library Event

We have been asked to let people know about this event at the Central Library in Sheffield   Read More >

History Request

We need your help! We’ve had a request from some volunteers from the Ken Hawley Collection Trust which is based at Kelham Island Museum   Read More >

Deafblind Awareness Week 22

This week is Deafblind awareness week (27th June to 3rd July 2022)   Read More >

Sheffield DocFest

Our friends at DocFest have asked us to let our clients know about the audio described performances at the festival this year   Read More >

Sheffield Theatres Job

Sheffield Theatres have asked us to share this job opportunity at the theatre   Read More >

Sensory Trust Braille Survey

We have been asked to share this information for an online survey about Braille by the Sensory Trust   Read More >

Carers Week event in Rotherham

We're attending a Carers Week event in Rotherham on 7th June   Read More >

Meet the Team. Helen

Helen started working for SRSB in November 2021 as Business Support Officer   Read More >

Cycling 4 All Request

Sheffield Cycling 4 All has asked to share this request about volunteer pilots for the 'Visually Impaired Peddlers' group   Read More >

Meet the Team: Hannah

Hannah joined SRSB/RSS in September ’21 as a Community Advice Officer   Read More >

Sheffield Theatres Job

Sheffield Theatres have asked us to shar this job opportunity at the theatre   Read More >

Congratulations Sarah

Huge congratulations to our client and volunteer Sarah for winning an award at the Inspirational Women of Sheffield event last night   Read More >

Deaf Awareness Week 2022

This week is Deaf Awareness Week (May 2nd to May 8th 2022)   Read More >

Meet the Team. Annette

Annette joined SRSB/RSS in September 2021 as Activities and Groups Co-ordinator.   Read More >

Request for Walking Guides

Do you like walking in the countryside? Would you like to help other people while doing something you enjoy? SVIWG have asked us to share this   Read More >

Voting in May

Need to know: casting your vote in the May 2022 elections   Read More >

CBS University Research

Charles Bonnet Syndrome research is being carried out by two students from the Royal Holloway University of London   Read More >

Meet the Team. Sarah

Sarah started at SRSB in October last year as a member of the Community Advice Officers team   Read More >

Client Update

Update from 1st April 2022   Read More >

Theatre Deli Update

Our friends at Theatre Deli have just launched an exciting new accessibility policy that they have asked us to share   Read More >

SYPTE Update

We have been asked to pass on this information about rail replacement works   Read More >

Client Newsletter Spring 2022

We are currently in the process of sending out our Spring 2022 Insight Newsletter   Read More >

Sign Language Week

Today is the start of Sign Language Week   Read More >

World Glaucoma Week

Today is the start of World Glaucoma Week   Read More >

RNC Free Open Day

RNC are holding a FREE Open Day on 25th March   Read More >

Student Research

We have recently worked with a student from the University of Sheffield on some research about online shopping   Read More >

Rotherham Digital Inclusion

Rotherham Residents Digital Inclusion Survey   Read More >

Blue Badge Renewals

One of our staff members who is vision impaired recently renewed her Blue Badge   Read More >

BBS Have A Go Days

British Blind Sport run several Have A Go Days across the year.   Read More >

Apprenticeship Week 2022

It's Apprenticeship Awareness Week (7th to 13th Feb 2022), and we’d like to introduce you to Jake is doing an Apprenticeship with SRSB and RSS   Read More >

Heritage Events in 2022

We’re planning several heritage events in 2022 with the support of the Heritage Lottery, and thanks to National Lottery players   Read More >

Pete Stancill. A Tribute

The team at SRSB and RSS would like to pay tribute to one of our former Community Advice Officers, Pete, who very sadly passed away this week   Read More >

Rotherham Hard of Hearing

Rotherham Hard of Hearing Support Group are meeting at RSS on Tuesday 22nd February   Read More >

SY Goalball Dates

South Yorkshire Goalball Club have asked us to let clients interested in Goalball know about upcoming sessions   Read More >

RNC Have a Go Day

We have been asked to pass on this information. In February, RNC are once again hosting their popular ‘Have a Go’ activity weekend!   Read More >

Theatre Deli Artist Residency

Our friends at Theatre Deli have asked us to share this opportunity with our clients   Read More >

Sheffield City Centre

Have your say on plans for the future of Sheffield City Centre   Read More >

Rotherham Council Consultation

RMBC have a new consultation to shape future of Council’s equality   Read More >

Sheffield Council Consultation

Sheffield Sport and Leisure Strategy Public Consultation is launching this week   Read More >

BDAs BSL Act Now Campaign

British Deaf Association’s BSL Act Now! Campaign – BSL Bill   Read More >

BBS Active at Home

British Blind Sport have asked us to pass on this information about their Active at Home programme   Read More >

Yorkshire VI Cricket Club

Yorkshire Visually Impaired Cricket Club has asked us to pass on this information about some training sessions.   Read More >

RNIB Elections Bill Campaign

RNIB are running a campaign about the election bill   Read More >

Christmas Break

Our centres are closed over the Christmas Break from Thursday 23rd December, starting back on Tues 4th Jan 2022   Read More >

Steve Hambleton Retirement

Our charity’s General Manager retires after 21 Years of Service   Read More >

Winning Raffle Tickets

Our Christmas raffle was drawn on 22nd Dec 2021. Here are the winning ticket numbers   Read More >

Street Clutter

SRSB Request for Less Street Clutter   Read More >

SYPTE Update

We have been asked to pass on this information a bout a Stagecoach strike   Read More >

Eliza Harrison Wreath Laying

Representatives from SRSB visited Wadsley Church to lay a wreath on the grave of our charity's founder Eliza Harrison   Read More >

Showdown

Read all about this game and how to get involved   Read More >

Client Newsletter Winter 21

We are just in the process of sending out our Winter Client Newsletter   Read More >

Large Print Calendars Diaries

Our large print diaries and calendars are now available for 2022   Read More >

My Old Man Production

We have been asked to let our clients know about this production   Read More >

Peter Lee. A Tribute

The team at SRSB and RSS would like to pay tribute to our long standing Trustee, Peter, who very sadly passed away recently   Read More >

Circadian Sleep Study

Blind Veterans UK and Circadian Therapeutics are seeking vision impaired individuals to participate in a research project   Read More >

TPT Sight Loss Simulation

This is a very well done video from TPT about How the World Looks to Vision Impaired Young People and Children   Read More >

VICTA You Tube Channel

This is a great You Tube Channel from the national charity VICTA   Read More >

Student Research

We've taken part in some preliminary research with a student from the University of Sheffield around the subject of online shopping for VI people   Read More >

World Sight Day 2021

Today is World Sight Day and the theme this year is Love your Eyes   Read More >

160th Anniversary Dinner

SRSB marked a significant milestone on 17th September 2021 by holding a celebration dinner in the beautiful setting of Weston Park Museum   Read More >

Audio Described Costumes

Our friends at Rationale have asked us to share this information about an audio description of three of the costumes from Marvel's Black Panther   Read More >

CustomEyes Books Guide Dogs UK

This is a great resource on the Guide Dogs website   Read More >

Off the Shelf Audio Brochure

Sheffield Talking News have recorded audio files of the Off the Shelf festival and this audio brochure is now available online   Read More >

CAO Service Update

CLIENT INFORMATION: Update about our Community Advice Officers service   Read More >

Technology Support

CLIENT INFORMATION: Jake has joined our team recently on an apprenticeship as our Technology Officer. He is now taking appointments with our clients   Read More >

Have a Go Day

British Blind Sport are partnering with Move More Sheffield to deliver an inclusive sports event at the English Institute of Sport in Sheffield.   Read More >

Client Newsletter

We are just in the process of sending out our Autumn Client Newsletter   Read More >

CEA Card

The CEA Card enables a disabled cinema guest to receive a complimentary ticket for someone to go with them when they visit a participating cinema.   Read More >

Graham. A Tribute from SRSB

Many of you will remember Graham, who was one of our minibus drivers for many years.   Read More >

VI Walking Group Guides

Sheffield Visually Impaired Walking Group are currently looking for sighted guides   Read More >

Guide Dogs Tech For All

Sharing this information from Guide Dogs about assistive technology for visually impaired children   Read More >

Chesterfield Theatres

We have been asked to pas on this information by Chesterfield Theatres   Read More >

SYPTE Update

We have been asked to share this information   Read More >

RNC Open Days

The Royal National College for the Blind have asked us to pass on this information   Read More >

Back to School

Thomas Pocklington article about six steps for getting ready to start secondary school   Read More >

National Disability Stratgey

This strategy sets out the actions the government will take to improve the everyday lives of all disabled people   Read More >

Come Dine With Me request

We have been asked to pass on this opportunity by Multi Story Media.   Read More >

SYPTE Update

South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive have asked us to share this update   Read More >

Prescription Consultation

Consultation on aligning the upper age for NHS prescription exemptions with State Pension age   Read More >

Casting Call for Netflix

Lucy Bevan Casting is currently searching for a blind girl to play a key guest speaking role in an upcoming Netflix   Read More >

History Stories Request

We are currently looking for personal stories from SRSB's history to put in to a commemorative brochure we are producing   Read More >

European Aniridia Conference

We have been asked to let our contacts know about this conference in July   Read More >

Summer Raffle Winners

Here is a list of all the winning raffle numbers. A big thank you to everyone who took part   Read More >

Glaucoma Awareness Week

This week is Glaucoma Awareness Week from 28th to 4th July 2021. This year's theme is family and loved ones   Read More >

National Sunglasses Day

Today is National Sunglasses Day (27th June) which aims to promote the importance of wearing protective eyewear   Read More >

Yorkshire VI Cricket Club

Training sessions at Old Sharleston Cricket Club   Read More >

British Blind Sport FirstSteps

We have been asked to pass on this information by British Blind Sport   Read More >

Student Research Request

We have had a request from a student at Glasgow University about some research for a project she is doing   Read More >

CAO Information

A reminder that our Community Advice Officers are working mainly in the office advising clients. Read more here   Read More >

Young Girl Braille Story

We were delighted to hear about Bethany's braille story in memory of her grandparents who were clients at SRSB   Read More >

Knowledge Hub

We are working on populating a new section of the website where we will share information, stories and videos about equipment and technology   Read More >

Raffle Tickets

Our Summer Raffle has a first prize of £160 to reflect our 160th Anniversary and lots of other lovely prizes too.   Read More >

Volunteers Week 2021

Volunteer's Week is from 1st to 7th June, which is an annual national recognition event for the work of volunteers across the country   Read More >

Ofcom BSL Survey

Ofcom are inviting people who use British Sign language (BSL) to tell us what they think about the use of BSL on TV and video-on-demand services   Read More >

Glaucoma UK Event

Glaucoma UK are hosting an online event called Childhood Glaucoma: A Parent’s Guide   Read More >

SYPTE Update

South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive have asked us to share this update   Read More >

Yorkshire VI Cricket Club

We are passing on this information from the Yorkshire VI Cricket Club about an upcoming taster sessions   Read More >

Trust In Care Performance

Our friends at Rationale Arts are performing 'Trust In Care' at the Crucible Theatre in June   Read More >

David. A Tribute from SRSB.

The team at SRSB would like to pay tribute to our long standing volunteer David, who very sadly passed away recently   Read More >

Sheffield Library Poetry Event

This virtual event from Sheffield Libraries during the HiVis awareness fortnight in June sounds great   Read More >

Yorkshire VI Cricket Club

We are passing on this information about the Yorkshire VI Cricket Club and some taster sessions   Read More >

Update from Sheffield Library

Sheffield Libraries have moved their online e-library from RB Digital to Libby from Overdrive.   Read More >

RAD You Tube Channel

The Royal Association for Deaf People You Tube Channel has lots of great videos   Read More >

Ramadan. Client Information.

Ramadan began on 12th April. If you have Glaucoma here is an important message about your eye drops   Read More >

Our Condolences

We were saddened to hear the news about Prince Philip today   Read More >

Sight Village Online

We have been asked to pass on this information about a Sight Village Virtual event   Read More >

RSS Give Us A Lift Appeal

We have launched our Give Us a Lift appeal for our centre in Rotherham, Rotherham Sight and Sound   Read More >

SRSB and RSS Update

An update about the Government restrictions currently in place and the 'roadmap' for easing them   Read More >

SYPTE Update

South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive have asked us to share this update   Read More >

Clocks Changing

Tonight Daylight saving time 2021 in United Kingdom will begin at 01:00 on Sunday, 28 March   Read More >

Northern Ballet Audio Films

We have been asked to pass on this information about some audio described films by the Northern Ballet   Read More >

Rationale Arts Trustee

Our friends at Rationale Arts are looking for a new Trustee. If you are passionate and enthusiastic about making art accessible this could be for you   Read More >

Sign Language Week

This week is Sign Language Week from 15th to 21st March 2021.   Read More >

SYPTE Consultation. Parkgate

This information is from SYPTE who have asked us to share this information about a Public Consultation:   Read More >

RVS Virtual Village Hall

The Royal Voluntary Service Virtual Village Hall has lots of interesting resources   Read More >

Census Information

We are passing on this information about the Census for our vision and hearing impaired clients   Read More >

RNC Virtual Event

We have been asked by the Royal National College for the Blind to let our clients know about this virtual event   Read More >

Albinism Fellowship Event

We have been asked by the Albinism Fellowship to let you know about this event on Thurs 11th March   Read More >

Student Project Research

We have been asked by a student at Sheffield Hallam University if our clients would like to help with some research for a project they are doing   Read More >

Hear to Help Service

Rotherham Sight and Sound is offering ‘Hear to Help’ Hearing Aid services   Read More >

SRSB and RSS Update

We are all hopeful about the steps on the ‘roadmap’ for easing Covid restrictions announced by the Government this week   Read More >

SUFC Level Playing Field

SUFC Community Foundation have asked us to let our clients know about this pre-match event as part of their 'Level Playing Field'   Read More >

Glaucoma Week Information

We have been asked to let our clients know about these events for World Glaucoma Week by our friends at Glaucoma UK   Read More >

Stargardts Connected Event

This is a wonderful opportunity for children/young people with Stargardt's to get together informally and have a bit of fun and share experiences   Read More >

Useful Translation Information

We have been sent some useful links to translated information around vaccinations.   Read More >

Healthy Holidays

We have been asked to share this information by the Terminus Initiative   Read More >

UK Disability Survey

Disability Unit is asking for feedback on their National Strategy   Read More >

SYPTE Update Rotherham

South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive have asked us to share this update about Rotherham Central Engineering Works   Read More >

SYPTE Update

South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive have asked us to share this update   Read More >

Deaf Health Charity SignHealth

The Deaf Health charity SignHealth has lots of useful videos about the vaccinations   Read More >

Activity Packs Update

We are currently sending our packs to over 180 people each week   Read More >

Eye Health Tips

This story from Fight For Sight has tips to maintain good eye health during the pandemic   Read More >

Disability Sheffield Blog

We have been asked to share this information about access at the Sheffield mass vaccination site by our friends at Disability Sheffield   Read More >

RNC Virtual Event

We have been asked to pass on this information about a Royal National College (RNC) online event   Read More >

SYPTE Travel Update

South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive have asked us to share this update   Read More >

RotherHIve Website

We have been asked to pass on this information about the RotherHive website   Read More >

Virtual Sight Village

Sight Village Online Information Event via You Tube Live.   Read More >

Beware Vaccination Scams

We have heard about some scams in connection with the Covid vaccine   Read More >

Streets For All Campaign

Sight Loss Councils are asking for feedback on this issue from visually impaired people   Read More >

SRSB and RSS. Lockdown Update.

Following the Government announcement on 4th Jan we are entering another lockdown. Here is an update about our services.   Read More >

Student Project

We have been asked by a student at the University of the West of England to share a questionnaire for research for their project   Read More >

Identifying Coins and Notes

This is a great article from our friends at Henshaws about identifying coins and banknotes   Read More >

Christmas Raffle Winners

Here is a list of all the winning raffle numbers. A big thank you to everyone who took part   Read More >

SRSB and RSS Festive Break

SRSB and RSS closed for the festive break from 23rd Dec 2020 to 4th Jan 2021   Read More >

Our Team. Volunteer Profile

During the 2020 restrictions and lockdowns, we have been extremely grateful for the continued support of a team of our volunteers   Read More >

SRSB and RSS. Tier 3 Update

Following the announcement on 17th Dec, Sheffield and Rotherham remain in Tier 3   Read More >

Our Team. Volunteer Profile.

During the 2020 restrictions and lockdowns, we have been extremely grateful for the continued support of a team of our volunteers   Read More >

BBC Click Video

This is a video featuring Lucy Edwards on BBC Click   Read More >

Our Team. Volunteer Profiles.

During the 2020 restrictions and lockdowns, we have been extremely grateful for the continued support of a team of our volunteers   Read More >

Useful BSL Videos

This link to the Deaf Health Charity Sign Health Vimeo channel has lots of useful videos with sign language   Read More >

Christmas Bubble Information

This video from the NHS has information about the Christmas Bubble guidelines   Read More >

SYPTE Christmas Travel Update

South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive have asked us to share this update   Read More >

Activity Pack Feedback

We have some more feedback from our weekly activity pack with wise words from our clients to share with you   Read More >

Our Team. Volunteer Profiles

During the 2020 restrictions and lockdowns, we have been extremely grateful for the continued support of a team of our volunteers   Read More >

Our Team. Volunteer Profiles

During the 2020 restrictions and lockdowns, we have been extremely grateful for the continued support of a team of our volunteers   Read More >

Lockdown Update

Yesterday the Government announced that Sheffield and Rotherham will be under Tier 3 ‘Very High alert’ restrictions from 12.01am on Wed 2 Dec 2020   Read More >

Simulation Apps

These apps simulate different types of sight loss   Read More >

Disability Sheffield Online

Our friends at Disability Sheffield have asked us to share this information about an online event they are hosting   Read More >

Poem on STN

One of Sheffield Talking News (and SRSB's) volunteers, Mary wrote a poem dedicated to the Battle of Britain   Read More >

Client Newsletter Winter 2020

We are just in the process of sending out our winter client supporter newsletter   Read More >

Creative Writing Group

Our Creative Writing Group has resumed on Tuesdays. They will be telephone conference calls for now   Read More >

Supporter News Winter 2020

Our latest Supporter Newsletter has recently been sent out   Read More >

Rotherham Talking News Update

We are sharing an update for our clients from Rotherham Talking News about their current services   Read More >

Tai Chi

Our Tai Chi classes have resumed on Fridays. They will be virtual for now   Read More >

SYPTE Update

South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive have sent this update from 7th November   Read More >

SYPTE Update

South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive have sent this update from 5th November   Read More >

Lockdown Update

From today, we are entering another national lockdown. Like many organisations, we’ve been busy trying to adapt to the many changes throughout 2020   Read More >

Large Print Calendars 2021

Our large print 2021 calendars are available to order now   Read More >

Please Give Me Space

We wanted to pass this information on to our clients (and anyone else who may have a hidden disability) about these wearable designs or signs   Read More >

Activity Packs

We are currently sending these packs out to over 150 clients. Read some of the responses to a recent activity here   Read More >

Albinism Fellowship Network

We have been asked by the Albinism Fellowship to let the families of any of our younger clients with albinism about this offer   Read More >

Hear to Help Service

Rotherham Sight and Sound are continuing to offer the ‘Hear to Help’ Hearing Aid services   Read More >

Travel South Yorkshire Update

You can find out the Coronavirus Travel information and advice on the Travel South Yorkshire website   Read More >

Our Team. Volunteer Profiles

During lockdown, we have been extremely grateful for the continued support of a team of our volunteers   Read More >

Local Very High Alert Level

Our area has been placed in the Very High Covid Alert Level (Barnsley, Rotherham, Doncaster and Sheffield)   Read More >

Yoga 4 All

We have been asked to let people know about this yoga class from Sheffield Cycling 4 All   Read More >

AppleVis

Passing on this information about a website which is a useful online resource for blind and low-vision users of Apple's range of products   Read More >

Become a Beacon of Inspiration

We have been asked to let our clients know about this interactive talk from one of our former clients Dr Sarah Bryan   Read More >

RNC Virtual Event

We have been asked by the Royal National College for the Blind to let you know about this virtual event   Read More >

Pedestrians and Cyclists

We heard from one of our vision impaired clients in Doncaster who was out walking recently   Read More >

Our Team. Volunteer Profiles

During lockdown, we have been extremely grateful for the continued support of a team of our volunteers   Read More >

CBS Patient Information Event

An event to mark 5 years since the launch of Esme’s Umbrella and three hundred years since the birth of Charles Bonnet   Read More >

Macular Society CBS Meeting

Macular Society's next Virtual Clinic will be joined by Dr Dominic ffytche who will be talking more about what causes CBS visual hallucinations   Read More >

Test and Trace Information

This is a great article from our friends at Henshaws about using the NHS Test and Trace COVID-19 App if you are blind or visually impaired   Read More >

Council Tax and Dementia

We are passing on this information from the Alzheimer's Society webiste   Read More >

iOS 14 Accessibility

A useful link to a You Tube video about the new accessibility features on the recently released iOS   Read More >

Beware of TV License Scams

We heard about one of our clients who took a phone call in relation to their TV License, and we want to warn our clients to be vigilant.   Read More >

Eye Health Week 2020

National Eye Health Week takes place from 21 to 27 September, promoting the importance of good eye health and the need for regular eye tests for all   Read More >

Guiding VI Guidelines

This is a useful audio story about UK-wide guiding Covid VI guidelines   Read More >

Covid-19 Services Update

Coronavirus Services Update for our Clients   Read More >

Our Team. Volunteer Profiles

During lockdown, we have been extremely grateful for the continued support of a team of our volunteers   Read More >

Pavement Parking

Government launches consultation on pavement parking. Transport Secretary announces plans to make pavements accessible for all   Read More >

SRSB History Story

There are many stories from the 160 year history of our charity, and interestingly this memory was sparked when the charity shared a post on Facebook   Read More >

Our Team. Volunteer Profiles

During lockdown, we have been extremely grateful for the continued support of a team of our volunteers   Read More >

Applying and Removing Facemask

This video and written instructions about putting on and removing a facemask from Sight Loss Councils might be helpful for some of our clients   Read More >

TV Licence Queries

We are receiving a lot of phone calls from clients about TV licences   Read More >

Our Team. Volunteer Profiles

During lockdown, we have been extremely grateful for the continued support of a team of our volunteers   Read More >

Betsy. A Tribute from SRSB

The team at SRSB would like to pay tribute to Betsy, one of our clients who recently passed away   Read More >

Statement from SRSB and RSS

It is with great sadness that we have to announce some changes to the way our charity operates   Read More >

Scam Calls

One of our clients informed us about a bogus call that they had received and we wanted to warn people   Read More >

Our Team. Volunteer Profiles

During lockdown, we have been extremely grateful for the continued support of a team of our volunteers   Read More >

Badges for Social Distancing

These badges are available for people to download and can be used to show that the carrier may have difficulties or concerns in maintaining distance   Read More >

Useful Info About Gyms

This is useful information for visually impaired people who may be returning to gyms, or starting to go to one   Read More >

Tech Update

During lockdown we have a lot of requests from clients to sign up for talking news and talking books   Read More >

Our Team. Volunteer Profiles

During lockdown, we have been extremely grateful for the continued support of a team of our volunteers   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Macular Society Virtual Clinic

This online virtual clinic from the Macular Society may be of interest to some of our clients   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Supporter News Sign Up

Want to receive out latest supporter news in your inbox or by post?   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Local Libraries Updates

Sheffield and Rotherham Councils have both sent updates about their library services   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Michael. A Tribute from SRSB

The team at SRSB would like to pay tribute to our long standing volunteer Michael, who very sadly passed away earlier this year   Read More >

Rotherham Council Information

We have been asked to pass on this information by Rotherham Council   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Diabetes Information Video

We have been asked to share this information video from Diabetes UK by Be Diabetes Aware in Rotherham   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Disability Sheffield PA Info

This is really useful information for people with disabilities who who employ a PA   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Virtual Sight Village

We have been asked to pass on this information about a virtual Sight Village event   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

A Message from Our Patron

Please take a few minutes to read this message from our Patron The Earl of Scarbrough and his wife The Countess of Scarbrough   Read More >

SYPTE Update

We have been sent a communication by SYPTE with information about face coverings on public transport   Read More >

Accessible Caravan Holidays

We have been asked to let our clients know about two accessible caravans for hire in Wales   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Make Yourself at Home

This Make Yourself at Home initiative on the Welcome to Sheffield​ website has lots of really useful information for you to access   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Nystagmus Information Pack

We have been asked to pass on this information by the Division of Ophthalmology and Orthoptics research team at the University of Sheffield   Read More >

Covid-19 Services Update

Coronavirus Services Update for our Clients   Read More >

Graham. A Tribute from SRSB

The team at SRSB were devastated to hear the very sad news that Graham has passed away. He has supported our charity for over 15 years...   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Launch of Our Virtual Groups

Today saw the first of our virtual groups begin with a trial run of a virtual afternoon tea.   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Loneliness Week

This week is Loneliness Week and SRSB and RSS are painfully aware how many of their clients are, in normal times, at risk of being lonely.   Read More >

Facemask  Packs

We have some facemask and hand sanitiser packs available   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Update. Information for Stores

This list of supermarkets has links to their delivery information and latest coronavirus updates   Read More >

STN Update

We have been asked to pass on this update from Sheffield Talking News   Read More >

Lockdown and Benefits

In these trying times the benefits system is working in a different way to which we are all used to. An update from our Community Advice Officers Team   Read More >

SYPTE Update

Some links that you may find helpful about local public transport from 15th of June.   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Social Distancing When Blind

We want to try to help the wider public to understand the challenges surrounding social distancing for visually impaired people   Read More >

Client Appointments

We have an appointment system in place for clients to book in to see a Community Advice Officer   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Interpreter Now App

Information for our hearing impaired clients about an App called Interpreter Now   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Client Activity Packs

We have started sending out our client Activity Packs this week.   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Covid-19 Appeal

Joanne, SRSB and RSS's Deputy General Manager talks about our Covid-19 Appeal.   Read More >

Links to Travel Updates

Some links that you may find helpful about updates from the beginning of June.   Read More >

A Message for our Volunteers

This week should have been Volunteers Week (1st to 7th June), which is an annual national recognition event for the work of volunteers   Read More >

Social Distancing When Blind

When you are blind or visually impaired, social distancing can be difficult   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

COVID-19 Services Update

Coronavirus Services Update for our Clients   Read More >

Supporter Newsletter Summer 20

Our latest Supporter Newsletter was emailed and posted out recently   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Sight Advice FAQ

Some national sight loss charities have worked together to provide a list of FAQs related to sight loss in the current Covid 19 situation.   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

COVID-19 Update

The government announced proposed changes on Sunday (10th May) and then more detail this week.   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Update: Information for Stores

We have updated this list since the first time we posted this story for your information.   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles.

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Easy Read Guide

We have been asked to pass on this Easy Read Guide called What it Means, about the Coronavirus   Read More >

Graham 2.6 Challenge

94 year oId War Veteran Graham Bell takes part in a special triathlon in support of our charity   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

BSLHealthAccess

Useful information for our clients with hearing loss   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Ramadan. Client Information

Tomorrow, 23rd April is the start of Ramadan 2020. We have been asked to pass on this information by the International Glaucoma Association   Read More >

Favourite News Still Available

We have been asked to pass on this information by our friends at Sheffield Talking News   Read More >

COVID-19 Update

The government announced yesterday (16th April) that the current Covid-19 rules in place, are to be extended by at least 3 weeks.   Read More >

Virtual Ticket Bank

The Ticket Bank provides an on-line platform for the distribution of spare and unsold event tickets.They have adapted during the Coronavirus   Read More >

Our Clients with Guide Dogs

For our clients who have a Guide Dog...   Read More >

Our Team. Staff Profiles

Here is a little reminder of what our team members are usually doing when not under lockdown   Read More >

Calibre Reopens Postal Service

We have been asked to pass on this Press Release by Calibre Audio.   Read More >

Staying at Home Cricket Pack

We have been asked to share this PDF that has been put together by the Yorkshire Cricket Board   Read More >

Lockdown Easter Ideas

Wondering how to keep occupied at home during the Easter break? Here are some links to great ideas.   Read More >

Update from SRSB and RSS

SRSB and RSS continue to adapt   Read More >

Local Councils Information

These are useful links to information from both Sheffield and Rotherham Councils   Read More >

Beware of possible scam calls

We would just like to remind our clients (and everyone else) that it is best to be vigilant   Read More >

Changes in Employment COVID-19

During these times people may be feeling worried with regards to their earnings changing, if they are laid off, or indeed, if they are made redundant.   Read More >

Petition for Visually Impaired

We would like to ask people to sign this petition to help visually impaired people access online shopping as priority vulnerable customers   Read More >

Talking News App

You can keep up to date with news locally for free via the Talking News App   Read More >

SYPTE Update

We have been sent communication about changes to public transport services in South Yorkshire, with effect from Saturday 28th March 2020.   Read More >

Information About Stores

Many stores are struggling to offer delivery slots at the moment. However, many are offering dedicated time slots for older and vulnerable people   Read More >

Guides for Coronavirus

We have been sent these easy read guides. One is about staying at home to prevent the virus spreading and the other is about if you have coronavirus   Read More >

COVID-19 Update

Following the directive from the government to further reduce social interaction we have regrettably had to suspend the vast majority of our services   Read More >

COVID-19 Update

Following the statement from our Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, last night (23rd Mar) our SRSB Mappin Street and RSS Ship Hill Centres are closed   Read More >

COVID-19 Service Update

Please read about the further changes to our services in Sheffield and Rotherham that we have had to make in response to the Coronavirus   Read More >

SYPTE Update

We have been sent communication from South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive about changes to transport   Read More >

Concessionary Fares Update

Mayor Dan Jarvis announces concessionary fares for elderly passengers   Read More >

Volunteer Update

We're currently contacting our volunteers to inform them that most roles will now cease for the near future. We are very sorry that we have to do this   Read More >

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Our Approach. SRSB and RSS update.   Read More >

SRSB Volunteer Shortlisted

We are delighted that Margaret, one of our longstanding volunteers has been shortlisted for the Women of Sheffield Award   Read More >

Tech Update from Darren

Hey smart phone users out there who are either blind or have low vision...   Read More >

CAO Update

Our Community Advice Team Update, this month with information about TV Licences   Read More >

Equipment Update from Rob

An update from Rob about the benefits of daylight lamps and bulbs   Read More >

Apprenticeship Awareness Week

It's Apprenticeship Awareness Week (3rd to 7th Feb 2020) and we’d like to introduce you to Taylor who began an Apprenticeship with SRSB/RSS in May 19   Read More >

Northern Ballet Touch Tour

We have been asked to let our clients know about the Touch Tour available for Northern Ballet's production of Geisha   Read More >

Tech Update from Darren

Visually impaired? Tired of not knowing when the bus is coming and if it is the right one?   Read More >

Breakdancing Sessions Success

From being a baby, Logan used to attend SRSBs Little Sparklers Playgroup and most recently attended some breakdancing sessions   Read More >

Equipment Update from Rob

Did you know that our Equipment Centre can order many different styles and shades of UV shields (sunglasses) for people with sight loss   Read More >

No Horizon the Musical

Discover the astonishing forgotten story of one of our nation’s most inspiring blind icons. SRSB will be holding a workshop on Thurs 30th Jan 2020   Read More >

Volunteer Wins Coaching Award

Martin coaches for the Yorkshire Visually Impaired Cricket Club and recently won a coaching award   Read More >

History Request

SRSB will be 160 years old in 2020. Do you have any information our stories about our charity?   Read More >

Thursday Activities

SRSB has been supporting people with sight loss in Sheffield for nearly 160 years (we are gearing up for this landmark anniversary in 2020).   Read More >

Off the Shelf Festival

Our Creative Writing Group are delighted to be part of the Off the Shelf festival of words again this year   Read More >

SRSB Survey

SRSB SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) Parents and Carers Survey   Read More >

Eye Health Week 2019

Eye Health Week is from 23rd to 29th Sept in 2019 and we are recognising this by holding lots of awareness events throughout the week   Read More >

Volunteer Wins Award

We were delighted that one of our volunteers was recognised by the UK-wide Charity Today Awards 2019 in September   Read More >

Survey for Parents and Carers

Our Children and Family Support Officer is now a part of the Sheffield SEND bi-monthly Parent Carer Group meeting   Read More >

Within Reach

This is a useful brochure about sports and physical activities for disabled people in Sheffield   Read More >

Breakdancing Sessions

Some of you may remember Nathan Gearing who visited our Youth Club when his team did a breakdancing demonstration   Read More >

FREE Talking Books and CDs

We're having a spring clean! These CDs will be available in reception at our Mappin Street Centre from Monday 19th August 2019   Read More >

Sheffield Talking News

Do you know about Sheffield Talking News?   Read More >

A Cruising Walking Group

This is a lovely story about a cruising trip that came about because of the Sheffield Visually Impaired Walking Group.   Read More >

Tramlines 19 Audio Guide

This guide has been recorded to help blind and partially sighted people get the most out of the Tramlines Festival and the Fringe in 2019   Read More >

Market Research wAMD

We have been approached by a marketing company, deFacto, that is conducting a research study into the condition wAMD   Read More >

Audio Client Interview

This audio interview with one of our clients, Sheila, was produced by Tallulah Gradwell, a Journalism student   Read More >

DocFest Audio Guide 2019

We have produced an Audio Guide about DocFest to help our clients in Sheffield and Rotherham to get the most out of the festival   Read More >

SRSB Volunteer Shortlisted

Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind shortlisted for a national charity award   Read More >

Culture Club Members Offer

Exclusive offer to our Culture Club members. We have some FREE tickets available to The Halle at Sheffield City Hall (x4 in total).   Read More >

Young Clients Offer

We have some FREE tickets available to ‘Chores’ at the Montgomery Theatre for our younger clients   Read More >

Tramlines Free Tickets Offer

This offer is for two clients of SRSB or RSS to the Tramlines Festival in Sheffield from 19th to 21st July 2019   Read More >

Visit from Lord Blunkett

SRSB is aiming to raise awareness of the talents of one part of the region’s workforce that often struggles to gain employment   Read More >

Latest Supporter Newsletter

Our latest supporter newsletter is now available   Read More >

Ticket Donation

We have had 2 tickets donated for the Amy Winehouse experience in Leeds for one of our clients a guest   Read More >

Audio Described Ballet

We have been to let our clients know about an audio described performance of Victoria the ballet   Read More >

Inclusive Sport Event

We have been asked to let our clients know about this inclusive sport event in Sheffield organised by Move More   Read More >

Free Will Week in March 2019

We are running our third Free Will Week for our clients and supporters.   Read More >

2019 Update

As one of Sheffield’s oldest independent charities, SRSB is gearing up for its 160th Anniversary which will be in 2020.   Read More >

SRSB and RSS Festive Break

Our centre will be closed over the Christmas break   Read More >

RSS Meeting Update

Update on the Rotherham Sight and Sound consultation meeting   Read More >

RSS Public Meeting

Since this article was first written the meeting at Talbot Lane Methodist Church on Tuesday 27th November was changed to Wednesday 5th December   Read More >

Latest Supporter News

Our latest Supporter Newsletter is currently being posted out to our supporters. If you would like to be added to the mailing list please contact us   Read More >

Hackcessible 2018

We have been asked to pass on this invitation to be part of the University's first disability-focused make-a-thon - Hackcessible   Read More >

Sophie's Success Story

In 2018 SRSB ran an 8 week trial of a Job Club for the first time. It had been identified as a potential new service...   Read More >

Audio Described Ballet

We have been asked to let our clients know about an audio described performance and Touch Tour of The Three Musketeers at Sheffield Lyceum Theatre   Read More >

Free Will Week in Sept 2018

We are running a free will week in conjunction with National Eye health Week.   Read More >

Saltaire and Theatre Trip

Sheffield Caption Support Group are supporting a trip to Saltaire and theatre performance in Bradford of Saturday Night Fever   Read More >

Sheffield Teaching Hospital

We have been asked to pass on this information about a course being run by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals   Read More >

Audio Described Performance

We have been asked to let our clients know about an audio described performance and touch tour of Othello at Doncaster's Cast   Read More >

Bowled Over in Barbados

SRSB client and volunteer Martin Wilson has just achieved what must be every cricket fan’s dream trip – an International tour against the West Indies   Read More >

Cairn Home Manager Retires

We recently honoured one of our staff members for his 29 years of service at our residential care home in Crosspool   Read More >

Tramlines Audio Guide

This guide has been recorded to help blind and partially sighted people get the most out of the Tramlines Festival in 2018   Read More >

Tramlines PA Pass Deadline

The deadline for PA Passes to Tramlines is approaching on Fri 22nd June   Read More >

Free Tickets for DocFest Film

We have had the kind offer of free tickets to The Silence of Others, one of the films at this year's DocFest   Read More >

Road Closure at Mappin Street

There is a planned road closure of Mappin Street (between Broad Lane   Read More >

SRSB Client in Art Exhibition

One of SRSB's clients has been featured in a new exhibition in Sheffield   Read More >

SRSB Job Club

SRSB is aiming to raise awareness of the talents of one part of the local workforce that often struggles to gain employment; our clients   Read More >

Sheffield DocFest Information

The 2018 Sheffield DocFest Programme is now live. DocFest is committed to providing a positive and inclusive experience for all festival audiences   Read More >

New Emotional Support Service

SRSB was Charity of the Year for 2 local businesses in 2017. As a result of their support we have just employed a new Emotional Support Officer   Read More >

Ramps On The Moon Play

Our clients might be interested to know about this accessible performance at Sheffield Theatres   Read More >

Marathon Runner Supports SRSB

For one runner in the Sheffield Half Marathon, there was a special reason for taking part   Read More >

MACS Interview Lord Blunkett

We have been asked by the MACS charity to let our younger clients know about this event   Read More >

Aniridia Conference

We have been asked by the Aniridia Network to let our clients know about their conference in April. Aniridia rare genetic condition   Read More >

Unexpected Donation

When you decide to tidy up the odd coins drawer on a Friday afternoon you don’t expect to find treasure   Read More >

RSS Volunteering Awareness Day

Rotherham Sight and Sound is holding a Volunteer Awareness Day where you can meet with our volunteers and staff members   Read More >

RP Group Speaker Demos Tech

Our next RP Group Meeting will include a demo of some technology for visually impaired people called Aira   Read More >

Addventure in Learning Breaks

We have been asked to pass on this information by AddVenture In Learning   Read More >

Vision England Residentials

Vision England is an exciting residential programme for young people aged 14 to 17 with visual impairment   Read More >

NEW Job Club at SRSB

If you looking for work or if have you been unemployed for a while, then our exciting NEW Job Club will be perfect for you   Read More >

Transport Consultation

Sheffield Council’s Transport Vision consultation is now live. We have been asked to pass this information on.   Read More >

Head Scarf Workshop  at SRSB

At Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind (SRSB), we are very proud that our clients, staff and volunteers come from all walks of life   Read More >

VI Cricket on Blue Peter

Some of our clients were featured on Blue Peter in a piece about Visually Impaired Cricket   Read More >

Seeing AI App Available in UK

We passed on some information about this app earlier this year. It is now available in the UK   Read More >

Apple Helpline

A growing number of people with sight loss use Apple products such as the iPhone or iPad and Apple has a dedicated helpline covering accessibility   Read More >

Client Christmas Lunches

SRSB will be serving Christmas Lunches. All clients are invited to join us.   Read More >

Audio Described Ballet

We have been asked by Northern Ballet to let you know about this audio described performance and Touch Tour of the ballet The Little Mermaid   Read More >

Supertram Timetable Changes

From the 28th January 2018, the Supertram timetable will be changing   Read More >

Official Opening of RSS

Our new sensory service, Rotherham Sight & Sound, was officially opened this week by our Patron, the Rt. Honourable Earl of Scarbrough   Read More >

Off the Shelf CDs

We have been given some CD copies of Sheffield's Literary Festival, Off the Shelf. These are available at our centre now. P   Read More >

Inbetweeners Club Update

Update on regular classes and exciting new upcoming classes   Read More >

Access Card Meeting

We are hosting a meeting where we will be joined by Disability Sheffield to talk about CredAbility Access Cards   Read More >

Our New Centre in Rotherham

Fittingly, on Yorkshire Day, we are delighted to announce that our new Rotherham Sight and Sound centre opens today   Read More >

Seeing AI App

This is an interesting free app aimed at visually impaired people   Read More >

Audio PINsentry from Barclays

We recently heard about an audio PINsentry card reader that is available for Barclays customers.   Read More >

Tramlines Audio Guide 2017

This guide has been recorded to help blind and partially sighted people get the most out of the Tramlines Festival in 2017   Read More >

Tramlines Carers Passes

Tramlines Weekend Festival is approaching fast and we just wanted to remind our clients about the deadline for carers passes   Read More >

Survey Request

We have been asked to let you know about this online survey about your recent experiences while travelling   Read More >

Why we do what we do...

There are many stories that happen at SRSB and we occasionally like to share them.   Read More >

Expansion of SRSB Services

Last year, we were approached by Rotherham council who had reviewed their service provision for people with a sensory impairment   Read More >

Volunteer Recruitment Day

Come and join us for a day of information, conversation and communication around volunteering opportunities at SRSB   Read More >

Arundel Gate Temp Bus Changes

From 7th May, for approximately 10 weeks, there will be 6 bus routes disrupted by works on Arundel Gate   Read More >

Volunteer Party at SRSB

We are holding our annual summer Volunteers Party at SRSB on Monday 5th June.   Read More >

Gardening Group Open Garden

SRSB's Gardening Group have been gardening at Meersbrook Walled Garden for a whole year   Read More >

Eye Clinic Liaison Officer

We are delighted to announce that Kate, the new Eye Clinic Liaison Officer is now in post at the Eye Department in the Royal Hallamshire Hospital   Read More >

Audio Described Ballet

We have been asked to let you know about this audio described performance and Touch Tour of the ballet Casanova, at Sheffield Lyceum   Read More >

Blind Sports Calendar

This sports calendar is a great resource from the International Blind Sports Federation   Read More >

New Access Now brochure

The latest Access Now brochure which details sensory access performances is now available as a PDF   Read More >

Guardian Accessibilty Request

If you have accessibility needs then you might want to take some time to send feedback to the Guardian about their website   Read More >

Barclays Accessibility

In case our clients aren't aware about this, Barclays bank on Pinstone Street has a display cabinet that details some accessible information   Read More >

PIP Feature on BBC Radio 4

An interesting perspective on PIP (Personal Independence Payments) assessments on BBC Radio 4   Read More >

Tactile Map Dam Flask

We were pleased to spot another tactile map in Sheffield recently at the beautiful Dam Flask   Read More >

Have Your Say on Treatments

Do you have AMD, Cataracts or Glaucoma? Have you ever wanted to change something about the treatment you receive?   Read More >

Free Pantomime Tickets

Client offer: We have had a very kind offer of free tickets for our clients and their guests for Cinderella in January 2017   Read More >

Creative Writing Competition

We have been asked to let you know about a Creative Writing Competition for adults and children by Seeing Ear   Read More >

Learning Resource

This project was carried out by Orthoptics students from the University of Sheffield.   Read More >

Off the Shelf Festival

Off the Shelf is Sheffield’s Festival of Words that runs throughout October each year.   Read More >

Audio Described Ballet

We have been asked to let you know about four audio described ballet performances in Yorkshire this season   Read More >

Please Touch Project

We have been working with Caroline and Amelia on the Please Touch Project, and in collaboration with Museums Sheffield   Read More >

Eyes Right Training

We were asked to carry out some training at an Assessment and Rehabilitation Centre (ARC) for Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists recently.   Read More >

Tramlines Audio Guide 2016

The aim of this guide is to help blind and partially sighted people get the most out of the Tramlines festival.   Read More >

Making Sense of Walkley

A community-led, multi-sensory walking activity on 6th July for everyone who is curious and intrepid. This is in conjunction with Walkley Festival   Read More >

Disabled Access Information

Check out the Tramlines website for information about disabled access and carer's passes.   Read More >

Virtual Reality Demonstration

Visit our centre between 12 and 4pm on Thursday 14th July and you will have the opportunity to try out virtual reality technology   Read More >

Esmes Umbrella Information

Esme's Umbrella has a great information leaflet about Charles Bonnet Syndrome that you can pass to your GP if you suspect that you have the condition   Read More >

Access Day Event

Sheffield Caption Support Group are running an Access Promotion Day at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital on Friday 27th May. 10:30am to 3pm   Read More >

3 Rings Plug

We have been asked to let you know about this device by Westfield Health   Read More >

Electronic Books Update

We reported on the electronic book service Sheffield Libraries introduced some time ago. Here is a reminder and update about the service   Read More >

Need It To Read It

After years of campaigning, from July this year, all healthcare providers in England must provide information in a format their patients can read   Read More >

Audio Described Performances

This is a list of Audio Described Performances at Sheffield Theatres which are coming up over the next few months.   Read More >

Seeing with your Ears

We have been asked to pass on this information about an event at the University of York   Read More >

Student Article about Goalball

Almost four years have passed since the opening ceremony for what proved to be the biggest and most successful Paralympics ever.   Read More >

New Minibus Out and About

The Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind (SRSB) has recently taken delivery of a new minibus.   Read More >

Notes on Blindness at DocFest

When John Hull’s sight vanished after decades of deterioration, the British academic decided to document his new world   Read More >

Update from Esmes Umbrella

An update on the Esmes Umbrella website from founder Judith Potts about progress with the campaign group   Read More >

Optimeyes Project

This project is aimed at the 50 age group and passing on information about the importance of a healthy lifestyle and regular eye checks.   Read More >

National Guide Runner Database

We have been asked to pass on this information by British Blind Sport who have launched a new online database   Read More >

SRSBs Gadget Man

As British Summertime arrives this weekend Rob McCann springs into action as he prepares to change numerous clocks and watches at SRSB   Read More >

New Gardening Group

SRSB is teaming up with Meersbrook Park on Monday 4th April to offer the opportunity for people to get involved in a new Gardening Group   Read More >

Ballet Touch Tour

We went to an audio described performance of Northern Ballet’s Swan Lake at Sheffield Lyceum Theatre recently which also offered a Touch Tour   Read More >

Audio Described Visit

We recently visited Bishops’ House and Meersbrook Walled Garden with the Sheffield Visually Impaired Walking Group.   Read More >

SRSB Client Awarded Honour

One of Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind’s clients was awarded the Legion d'honneur recently.   Read More >

Blind Brothers in Election

Two brothers, Kyle and Kurtis Crossland, are standing in the forthcoming council elections.   Read More >

Drop in Sessions

SRSB holds a regular drop in session every Mon. One of our Community Advice Officers is available from 9:30am to 4pm.   Read More >

New Mugs in Stock

Our Equipment Centre now has a stock of non-slip mug with a fitted lid to stop spillages.   Read More >

Audio Described Swan Lake

We have been asked to let you know about an audio described performance of Swan Lake   Read More >

Friends Step In to Fundraise

Supporter Aisling had trained for Cardiff Half Marathon, but just before the race she hurt her ankle.   Read More >

Comic Book Writing Competition

Ever fancied writing for a comic book? We have been asked to let you know about a competition for teens and adults who are blind or visually impaired   Read More >

Training at Talk Direct

One of SRSB’s clients and supporters has let us know about a service that his company is offering visually impaired people.   Read More >

Audio Equipment

SRSB have recently received a set of audio headsets which will be used to enhance clients experiences on trips and visits.   Read More >

Charles Bonnet Syndrome News

Representatives from the Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind (SRSB) were invited to the launch of a new website for a campaign group.   Read More >

Be My Eyes

A few of our clients are telling us about an App called Be My Eyes which they are finding really useful.   Read More >

Hounds and Horses Exhibition

When Christine Smith was recuperating from surgery for a brain tumour, she rekindled her passion for drawing.   Read More >

Visually Impaired Cricket

VI Cricket Taster Day Monday 31st August 2015. 10am at Old Sharlston Cricket Club near Wakefield.   Read More >

Tandem Cycling

Update on the tandem cycling group that we aim to start.   Read More >

Little Sparklers Trip

We had our Little Sparklers summer day trip to Wentworth Family Farm in July   Read More >

Tramlines Audio Guide 2015

The aim of this guide is to help blind and partially sighted people get the most out of the Tramlines festival.   Read More >

Disabled Access Information

Check out the Tramlines website for information about disabled access   Read More >

Tramlines 2015

We are delighted to announce that we are Tramlines official charity this year!   Read More >

Funding for New Minibus

We were thrilled to hear that we are to receive funding to replace one of our minibuses from the Department of Transport.   Read More >

Sight and Sound Donation

Sight & Sound Technology called in to see us last week to hand over some demonstration equipment   Read More >

Audio Described Performance

The performance of Peter Pan at Sheffield City Hall on 30th Dec 2014 will be audio described   Read More >

Free Instructability Courses

Are you disabled? Have you ever thought about being a Gym Instructor?   Read More >

Mobile Information Unit visit

Our Mobile Information Unit visited Lowedges Beat the Winter Blues family fun day in November   Read More >

World Sight Day Awareness

Cllr Jack Scott experienced some of the problems caused by “street clutter" on a blindfolded walk   Read More >

Phantom Visions

Phantom visions: the mystery of Charles Bonnet Syndrome. This is a story by University of Sheffield student Abbie Cohen.   Read More >

NEW Youth Club Sessions

Starting from Monday 13th October, every Monday evening 4:30pm to 6:15pm   Read More >

New Vacancy at SRSB

This is a new post to take charge of our Mobile Information Unit which is a new service that SRSB is developing.   Read More >

Sheffield Stays In Winners

We have judged the Sheffield Stays In event competition and the winners are.....   Read More >

Braille Course

Our next Braille course for beginners starts in September.   Read More >

Supertram Works and Tickets

Just to keep you up to date on developments relating to Supertram...   Read More >

Drop In Sessions at SRSB

From September we will be holding a drop in session every Monday.   Read More >

Tramlines 2014 Audio Guide 2

Tramlines is this weekend, so here is our latest Audio Guide to help our clients get the most out of the event.   Read More >

Geoff Hurst Raffle

The draw took place during the World Cup Final on Sunday 13th July.   Read More >

Latest Tram Works Update

Information regarding the Tram Rail Replacement which begins on West Street on Monday 7th July 2014.   Read More >

Tram Replacement Works

We have been sent the following updates about the Tram Replacement Works.   Read More >

Local Travel Concessions

We Won – Transport Authority U-Turn on local travel concessions for disabled people.   Read More >

Project Mindset

Reality Productions have launched this movie about their 'Project Mindset'. This is a musical performance project for children and young people.   Read More >

Part 1 Tramlines Audio Guide

This is Part 1 of two audio guides that we are recording to help visually impaired festival goers to get the most out of the Tramlines weekend.   Read More >

Talking Cash Machines

We have previously covered a story about talking cash machines, so were interested to see the new Barclays advert.   Read More >

SRSB Insight

Our annual Insight event will be held on Wednesday 9th April at Sheffield Town Hall.   Read More >

Travel Concessions Update

Here is an update following the demonstration we held outside Sheffield Town Hall last Friday   Read More >

Blind People to Protest!

Blind and Partially Sighted people to protest at removal of local travel concessions.   Read More >

Concessionary Travel Update

Concessionary Travel for blind and partially sighted people to be withdrawn.   Read More >

Notes on Blindness Movie

This is a very moving, but ultimately positive movie made from recordings kept by writer and theologian John Hull on his experience of sight loss   Read More >

Earl of Scarbrough Visit

On a visit to Cairn Home (SRSB’s residential Care Home in Crosspool) our Patron, The Earl of Scarbrough met our longest resident, Joan.   Read More >

Cambridge Visit

Our RP (Retinitis Pigmentosa) Group visited Cambridge recently.   Read More >

Inspiring VI Artist

This is an inspiring item. The featured artist is interviewed for the first 10 minutes of the video.   Read More >

Support and Sharing Group

SRSB is starting a new support group for people who are finding it hard to come to terms with losing their sight.   Read More >

Inclusive Sport Sheffield

Activity Sheffield have notified us about an event. An Inclusive Sport Sheffield, Disability Sports Day on 28th September.   Read More >

GPS Walk

Eyecan are proposing a GPS walk around Sheffield city centre, for people that have a GPS and can walk about the city centre independently.   Read More >

Bus Passes Orange Wallets

Bus drivers are all trained to be aware that the orange wallet is a sign that the person is visually impaired.   Read More >

ParkRuns

We have been informed about Parkruns which take place at different parks across the city as part of the 'Move More Sheffield' initiative.   Read More >

RP Research

We are taking part in some research into Retinitis Pigmentosa. Please contact us if you would like to get involved.   Read More >

On the Buses

A good bus service is very important for people with sight problems but a good bus service extends far beyond the frequency and timetable reliability.   Read More >

Part 2 Tramlines Audio Guide

Latest updates and special announcment about the Tramlines Festival in July 2013   Read More >

Audio Guide to Tramlines 2013

Part 1 of recorded information about the Tramlines Festival coming soon on 19th, 20th and 21st July 2013.   Read More >

Sainsburys Local Charity 2013

Each year, Sainsbury's invites nominations from shoppers and staff for a local charity at each store.   Read More >

Sheffield Young Artists 2013

Organised by the Rotary Club of Abbeydale, this annual exhibition takes place in May 2013   Read More >

SRSB Insight Event

Join us on for an Insight into SRSB at the Town Hall on 23rd April 2013.   Read More >

Cairn Home Wins Dignity Award

We attended the Sheffield City Council Dignity in Care Awards at the Sheffield Town Hall on 21st March   Read More >

SRSB Volunteer Recognition

We were delighted that 9 of SRSB's volunteers received a special award from the High Sheriff of South Yorkshire, Julie Kenny.   Read More >

Kindles for People with Ushers

We have been told about a Trust are looking to fund Kindles or similar for people with Ushers Syndrome   Read More >

Bank Cash Machines (ATMs)

More than 75% of Barclays Bank ATMs now 'talk'. Blind and partially sighted people can now take along their earphones.   Read More >

Welfare Benefits

Many benefits are in the process of change or may change over the next year or so. If you would like advice please contact us.   Read More >

Used Equipment For Sale

We have several pieces of used equipment for sale at our centre.   Read More >

TacMap™

TacMap™, making spaces accessible to visually impaired people.   Read More >

Available Now!

Large print calendars and diaries are now on sale in our Equipment Centre.   Read More >

Music to Your Ears

A lovely story about Cairo's Egyptian Blind Girls Chamber Orchestra   Read More >

Mobile Information Unit Appeal

SRSB has recently launched an appeal for a mobile information unit.   Read More >

Look After Your Eyes website

Here is a link to a great resource from the College of Optometrists   Read More >

Care and Share Garden

Do you struggle to keep your garden tidy? Do you find that your garden has become too big for you to maintain alone?   Read More >

SRSB Blindlife Blog

We have launched our new Blindlife Blog which is a space for visually impaired people to share experiences.   Read More >

Tramlines Music Festival

Sheffield's 'free for all' music festival runs from 20th-22nd July. We have an audio guide available.   Read More >

Blind Cooking

There is an interesting story on the BBC News website.   Read More >

SRSB Annual Meeting

We held our first public annual meeting for many years at Sheffield Town Hall on Wednesday (18th April).   Read More >

DLA Campaign

We are very concerned about the government’s plans to replace DLA with PIP.   Read More >

You are invited to join SRSB

You are invited to join SRSB at Sheffield Town Hall for our event that looks back over the last year   Read More >

Braille Essay Contest

Are you passionate about braille? Do you want to have a go at creative writing? Do you want to win a cash prize?   Read More >

Braille at Language Festival

If you have an interest in Braille, then this is a chance to learn about it, and to have a go.   Read More >

LINk Meeting

We attended a meeting hosted by Sheffield Local Involvement Network (LINk) which focused on GP support for patients with sensory impairment.   Read More >

SRSB's New Overview Movie

We would like to say a really big thank you to the University of Sheffield students at Forge TV.   Read More >

Blue Badge Renewal

We would like to advise anyone who has a Blue Badge for parking to check the expiry date.   Read More >

Disability Training

Taxi Drivers in Sheffield are to receive mandatory pre-entry disability awareness training.   Read More >

Self Directed Support

Sheffield City Council is in the process of implementing Self Directed Support   Read More >

Retinitis Pigmentosa Group

Our RP Group met for the second time in November and we were pleased to welcome a guest speaker.   Read More >

Personal Shopping Information

Debenhams are now offering personal shopper assistance with staff who have received specific training...   Read More >

Hardest Hit Update

The Hardest Hit coalition is sending a giant Xmas card, signed by hopefully 10,000 plus people, to the Government.   Read More >

Hardest Hit March

Disabled people, their families and friends will be taking to the streets in cities across the UK protesting against Government cuts...   Read More >

Concessionary Fares Scheme

National Express have sent out information to people who have used their concessionary fares scheme   Read More >

Minibus Update

Our minibus has been written off by insurers. One of our clients has also written a poem on the subject.   Read More >

Minibus Stolen by Joyriders

SRSB faced with additional transport costs of £100 per day due to actions of Joyriders.   Read More >

Digital Switchover

Blind and Partially Sighted people are entitled to help from the Switchover Help Scheme.   Read More >

Magnifier Request

The Low Vision Service at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital is asking patients to return any unused magnifying aids.   Read More >

Employment Support Allowance

Changes being made to the way ESA and other benefits are accessed.   Read More >

Government Funding Cuts

SRSB's services secure despite the government’s financial cutbacks.   Read More >

Lord Mayor of Sheffield

SRSB named as joint Charity of the Year by the new Lord Mayor of Sheffield, Councillor Dr Sylvia Dunkley.   Read More >

Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind links