WITH the chill of winter upon us, Action for Blind People is urging readers to spare a thought for residents with sight loss.
Many people who are blind or partially-sighted find it difficult to get out and about on their own; particularly in crowded places, when it’s frosty and hazardous under foot, and when there’s less daylight and shorter days.
They can’t see the obstacles and dangers ahead of them.
If you know anyone who is blind or partially sighted, help make sure they’re not left isolated by the cold weather.
The majority of people with sight loss are elderly and are particularly vulnerable.
Action for Blind People provides a range of services for local visually impaired people of all ages to help them live independently.
But if blind and partially-sighted people are struggling to get out because of the winter weather, they might also need some neighbourly support. Don’t leave blind people in the cold.
Herbie Yon, Merseyside area operations manager, Liverpool.
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