If you are looking for extra support, these charities and organisations may be able to help. They offer information, practical advice, advocacy, research funding, and support for people with sight loss, eye conditions, and related disabilities.
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Please note this is not a full directory. If you are not sure where to start, the Sight Line Directory may help you find local and national services for blind and partially sighted people.
These organisations focus on particular eye conditions and can offer condition-specific information and support.
- Aniridia Network
Support and information for people affected by aniridia. - Glaucoma UK
Information, support, education and research funding related to glaucoma. - Macular Society
Support for people affected by macular disease and macular degeneration. - Nystagmus Network
Information and support for people and families affected by nystagmus. - Uveitis Information Group
Patient-led support for people affected by uveitis. - Diabetes UK
Support and information for people with diabetes, including information relevant to eye health.
These organisations may be especially useful for parents, carers and families looking for information and peer support.
- Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia and Coloboma Support (MACS)
Support and information for parents and carers of children with these conditions and related diagnoses.
These organisations support people living with inherited or rarer forms of sight loss.
- Retina UK
Support for people affected by inherited progressive sight loss and investment in research. - Aniridia Network
Support and information on a rare genetic condition affecting the eyes.
These organisations work internationally to improve access to eye care and reduce avoidable blindness.
- Orbis
Works worldwide to improve access to quality eye care. - Sightsavers
Works with partners to reduce avoidable blindness and promote equal opportunities for disabled people. - World Sight Foundation
Supports sustainable eye care through education and skills development. - Mercy Ships
Delivers free medical care and surgery through its hospital ships. - St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group
Provides eye care in the West Bank, Gaza and East Jerusalem.
These organisations may be helpful if you want to learn more about research, innovation or wider health improvement.
- Fight for Sight
Funds research to prevent sight loss and treat eye disease. - The Health Foundation
Works to improve health and health care in the UK.