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Supporting people to live, love, thrive and belong for 225 years.

https://www.seeability.org/

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On this day in the 1980s, Princess Diana visited SeeAbility in Leatherhead and met Chris, who is still supported by SeeAbility today.
January 17, 2026 at 10:20 AM
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2026 is a crossroads for social care.

The government is talking about a fair pay agreement. But for the 1.5 million colleagues who do so much to support people, talk is cheap.
Photo of Martin Boyce next to a quote: "It's not enough. It's not even close to enough." on a green background.
January 16, 2026 at 9:40 AM
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If you want to give back to your community, meet new people, learn new skills or build on your experience, volunteering could be right for you.

https://www.seeability.org/get-involved/volunteering?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=volunteering
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January 14, 2026 at 5:15 PM
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We're looking for a new Trustee specialising in eye care!

Apply today: https://careers.seeability.org/vacancies/4856/trustee.html
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January 13, 2026 at 6:37 PM
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Andrew joined SeeAbility as a volunteer looking for something positive to focus on. What he found was friendship, laughter and a shared love of football.

https://www.seeability.org/stories/andrews-story-shared-love-football-and-friendship?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=volunteer
A picture of Andrew and Scott with a quote that reads 'The people who live at Waterside House are some of the most friendly and open people I've ever met.'
January 13, 2026 at 2:41 PM
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Shirley and Grace going running once a week - volunteering at SeeAbility can be simple, flexible, and full of connection.

Find out more:
https://www.seeability.org/get-involved/volunteering?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=volunteering
January 12, 2026 at 11:17 AM
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At last! After some years of delay we now know that councils will get greater powers to deal with the blight of pavement parking.

Our Listen Up! Team added their support many of the letters and petitions led by our friends at Guide Dogs and look forward to reading the detail!
A car parked on a pavement.
January 9, 2026 at 9:37 AM
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Join our London to Paris cycling challenge and start the year by pushing yourself, meeting new people and making memories that last.

Find out more and sign up today!

https://www.seeability.org/events/london-paris-cycle?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fundraising
Cyclists ride near a landmark under a yellow banner reading "Pedal for purpose."
January 8, 2026 at 10:31 AM
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Start the year with a skydive for SeeAbility and turn an unforgettable moment into real change. feel the rush of jumping from over 10,000 feet!

Find out more and sign up today!
https://www.seeability.org/events/skydive?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fundraising
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January 7, 2026 at 2:57 PM
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New year, new challenge – ready to get muddy for a good cause?

Take on our tough mudder challenge and start the year by pushing yourself while supporting SeeAbility!

https://www.seeability.org/events/tough-mudder-5k-or-15k-london?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fundraising
Two men crawl through a muddy obstacle course under barbed wire. Text reads: "Ready to get muddy for a good cause?"
January 6, 2026 at 11:58 AM
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Braille helps blind and partially sighted people read, learn, work and live independently - online and on paper.

As more of life moves online, accessibility matters every day.

Simple digital accessibility tips:
https://www.seeability.org/news/accessibile-content-tips

#WorldBrailleDay
Joann using a Braille typewriter at a table, focused on her work.
January 4, 2026 at 11:25 AM
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We are proud members of the @dcpcampaign.bsky.social and we’re encouraging parent carers to take part in the new DCP Parent Carer Survey.
SURVEY LAUNCH: Donna, Tell us your views!
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January 2, 2026 at 11:29 AM
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We’re sending warm wishes to everyone for a peaceful, joyful and cosy festive season.

Thank you for being part of our charity’s community and for all your support this year.
Festive card with Santa's face made of diverse icons, "See Ability" on hat, text: "May every voice be merry and bright."
December 22, 2025 at 9:11 AM
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Christmas can be fun, but it can also feel overwhelming for people with autism and sensory differences.

We’ve shared simple tips to make the season calmer and more predictable.
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December 19, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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Our Ten times more likely film has been entered into the Smiley Charity Film Awards - and we’d love your vote!

You can vote online and it only takes a few seconds.

https://smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/ten-times-more-likely
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December 17, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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Every child deserves the chance to see clearly.

Our special schools eye care journey brings sight tests, glasses and follow-up care to children in their own school – helping thousands learn, play and thrive.

https://youtu.be/fvgTFv6tEys?si=auqqyGXxwCe3e2JD
Special Schools Eye Care: Our journey
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December 12, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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Summer Dickens, Chair of our Taking Control group and member of our Listen Up! programme, shared her thoughts on confidence, change and why every voice matters.

https://www.seeability.org/news/why-i-speak-out?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=listenup
A graphic with Summer smiling and wearing a red jacket with a quote on self-advocacy: "If nobody spoke up for themselves or others, society would carry on as normal with little consideration for people like me."
December 11, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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Learning Disability Today reports that nearly half of UK websites still need key accessibility changes, leaving many disabled people excluded.

https://www.learningdisabilitytoday.co.uk/news/half-of-uk-websites-need-accessibility-improvements-for-disabled-people/
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December 11, 2025 at 8:53 AM
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Ready, Willing and Able helps people with learning disabilities, autism or sight loss to find the right job and feel confident at work.

Available in Bristol, London and Oxfordshire.

Find out more: https://www.seeability.org/supported-employment?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=rwa
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December 10, 2025 at 5:14 PM
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Our online search can help you find optometrists and dispensing opticians who welcome people with learning disabilities and autistic people.

https://www.seeability.org/optometrists?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=eyecare
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December 10, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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Your support means more people we support can access the communication tools they need to share their thoughts and choices and connect with others.
You’ve helped give the gift of communication.

From all of us at SeeAbility, thank you.
"Thank you to everyone who donated to The Big Give!" with "SeeAbility" logo and "Live. Love. Thrive. Belong." slogan on colorful background.
December 9, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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Just one hour to go until The Big Give closes!

Donate before the deadline and help give the gift of communication this festive season!
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December 9, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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We’re hiring support workers in Cobham and Byfleet. Our new supported living homes open in early 2026 and we need experienced people to join our teams.

Apply now: https://careers.seeability.org/vacancies/4699/support-worker.html
Support worker and Jake smiling and giving thumbs up, with text "Make a difference every day." Funded by Surrey County Council.
December 8, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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There are just 24 hours to go until The Big Give closes!

Please donate if you can and help make sure people have the tools they need to be heard.

https://donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05WS000005zBTVYA2
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December 8, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Our Ten Times More Likely film is in the Smiley Charity Film Awards and we’d love your vote.

It shows why equal eye care matters for people with learning disabilities who are ten times more likely to have serious sight problems.

https://smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/ten-times-more-likely
December 4, 2025 at 4:13 PM