We will be closed for the bank holiday, from 3pm today (Friday 22nd May). If you wish to contact us, please leave a voicemail on 01904 636269, or you can email us at [email protected]. The team will respond to queries upon our return to the office on Tuesday. Have a lovely bank holiday weekend!

A great morning at the Ageing Well Fair at New Earswick Folk Hall. Bex & Louise shared digital accessibility advice (via our Digital Inclusion project thanks to funding from @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk) and sight loss support with attendees. Events like this show how strong community networks can be.

Tomorrow is the Ageing Well Fair, 10:30am - 12:30pm at New Earswick Folk Hall, and we can’t wait to meet everyone. It’s a great chance to discover local support, activities, and services designed to help you live well at every stage of life. We’ll be there with our information stall.

We’re delighted to share that we have received National Lottery funding for our new Digital Foundations project. This will help us upgrade tech, improve accessibility and support more blind and partially sighted people across York. We’re excited to get started and share updates.

Celebrating Chris, Mark & Rob at the Disability Sport Yorkshire Awards. No trophies this time, but huge pride. Their work in VI Golf & VI Tennis helps our members grow confidence, try new sports and compete. Inclusive sport matters! Thank you from MySight York.

We'll be closed for the Early May bank holiday, from 3pm today (Friday 1st May). We will re-open at 9am on Tuesday 5th May. If you wish to contact us, please leave a voicemail on 01904 636269, or email [email protected]. The team will respond to queries upon our return to the office on Tuesday.

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Last week our Fundraiser Will was out in York doing vital Pink Elephant welfare checks, thanking the brilliant businesses who host our collection boxes. Every donation helps over 1,700 people in York living with sight loss. Please consider supporting us today: mysightyork.enthuse.com/cp/52331/fun...

MySight York is recruiting Trustees. Help shape the future of sight loss support in York. We welcome people from all backgrounds, with or without formal qualifications. Around 4–6 hours a month. Training provided. See the Trustees section on our website to apply: www.mysightyork.org/get-involved...

A member, Paul, recently spoke with RNIB Connect Radio about the moment his life changed when he lost his sight overnight. With the support of MySight York, Paul has discovered new hobbies, friendships, and regained his confidence. Listen to Paul's full interview: audioboom.com/posts/889034...

Our Chair Tai Chi group received certificates for completing Section 1 of Wudang Tai Chi Chuan. Huge thanks to MySight York, our volunteers, and Betty from UK Tai Chi, who’s thrilled with everyone’s progress. Certificates for those absent are on the way!

Treasurer's House - National Trust reopens on 30th March, and we're excited for this beautiful place to come back to life after their winter break. YorkMix have shared a lovely article about the reopening, including a mention of our recent (1/2)

We’re grateful to the QFUTURES Community Fund (Quickline and Two Ridings Community Foundation) for funding our pilot accessible digital support project. Two Ridings Community Foundation have now shared a powerful case study showing just how important this work is: tworidingscf.org.uk/a-new-way-of...

On 1st April we are holding a focus group on the Enhanced Audio Description methods at York. We are looking for blind/visually impaired participants. Fee for participation + travel expenses covered. Get in touch at [email protected] @slcouncils.bsky.social @mysightyork.bsky.social

We’re proud to be part of the York Community Fund and grateful to Two Ridings Community Foundation for supporting local charities. Read the YO1 Radio article: www.yo1radio.co.uk/news/communi... (1/4)

Great to welcome Mayor David Skaith to MySight York for our guided walk. Using simulation specs, he experienced some of the everyday challenges people with sight loss face when navigating the city. (1/2)

We've been awarded National Lottery Funding for an Innovative Project! @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk We are delighted to announce that MySight York has been awarded funding from The National Lottery Community Fund to deliver: Digital Vision – Bridging the Digital Divide After Sight Loss. (1/3)

We’re pleased to share that Nisa has generously contributed £250 to support our activities through their Making A Difference Locally initiative. At MySight York, our mission is to empower local people to live well with sight loss. Our social and sporting activities play a vital role (1/3)

We loved welcoming our fantastic volunteers to our befriending training session this week! At MySight York, our befrienders play a vital role in supporting people living with sight loss - offering companionship, confidence, and a friendly voice when it matters most. (1/3)

Just before we closed for Christmas, our Chair Exercise group’s festive celebration included a fantastic milestone. Xercise Fitness Haxby was officially awarded Sight Loss Friendly in York status through our Community Connect project, funded by The National Lottery Community Fund. (1/2)

Great news! We have been awarded funding by The Community Mental Health Transformation Grant Programme 2 (via the York Mental Health Partnership and ‘Connecting Our City’ Partnership) for our Talking Space & Community Activities project. Read more on our website: www.mysightyork.org/2026/01/22/l...

A further £250k has been awarded to charitable organisations in York for community-led mental health and wellbeing support to extend and build on the achievements of earlier work which has reshaped how local people access mental health support close to home. Read more - https://ow.ly/6V7550XZuuU

In celebration of World Braille Day, one of our founding members, Anne, recently spoke to The Press in York about her sight loss, which she lost aged 13, and the importance of braille. Thank you to reporter, Abby, for the thought-provoking piece. www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/2574781... (1/2)

We are running digital cafes for people with sight loss. These sessions will cover a range of technologies, ranging from talking books on your mobile devices to AI assistants. (1/3)

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Christmas Party on Tuesday! We were at full capacity, and it was such a joy to celebrate together. It was wonderful to share the celebrations with everyone. Merry Christmas to all!

Last chance to apply! Both roles close for applications at 5pm today (Friday 21st November). We are currently recruiting for two posts: - Impact & Finance Officer - Fundraiser For more information about both roles, and to apply, please visit our website: www.mysightyork.org/get-involved...

#LastDay for these exciting vacancies at MySight York - Fundraiser opportunity and Impact and Finance Officer. Closing date 21 November! https://www.visionary.org.uk/vacancies/impact-and-finance-office/ https://www.visionary.org.uk/vacancies/fundraiser-4/#LastDay

Thank you to Maxine from @yorkpress.bsky.social for her beautifully written article on our Visually Impaired Golf sessions at York Golf Club, funded by England & Wales Blind Golf and @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk. Read the article: www.yorkpress.co.uk/sport/255988...

It’s Befriending Week 2025 and we’re excited to welcome Tanya, our new Volunteer Coordinator at MySight York! “I’m finding the role dynamic, expansive and exciting,” says Tanya, (1/3)

And the winner is… MySight York! We’re absolutely thrilled and proud to share that we’ve won the Accelerating Impact Award at the Visionary UK Awards 2025, sponsored by the brilliant Fight For Sight. (1/5)

MySight York has been shortlisted for the 2025 Visionary Awards in the Accelerating Impact category, proudly sponsored by Fight for Sight. This is for our Community Connect project, a peer-led initiative that's helping to transform York into a Sight Loss Friendly City. (1/2)

Have you been somewhere recently that had great disabled access? Or maybe it wasn't so great... either way, let other disabled people know what to expect by leaving a review on Euan's Guide.

Tomorrow, our incredible fundraiser Chris begins his coast-to-coast challenge, walking 190 miles in just two weeks! He's currently at £4,615 and so close to his £5,000 target. A huge thank you to Chris for his dedication and enthusiasm. His support is making a huge difference. Good luck Chris! 1/2

Chris is fundraising for MySight York currently and has reached his new target of £4000! Well done Chris. His Coast to Coast walk begins from 9th August, not long now! If you wish to donate, please visit Chris' JustGiving page: www.justgiving.com/page/coops-c2c

We are sad to hear this news about Healthwatch York. Healthwatch York has been a crucial independent voice, championing the experiences of local people with sight loss, to shape health and social care.

Last chance to apply! The deadline for applications is Monday 16th June at 5pm. We have two opportunities to join us: Income Generation Manager (37 hours per week) Volunteer Coordinator (20 hours per week) More information/to apply: www.mysightyork.org/get-involved...

#Vacancies - Last chance to apply to join @mysightyork.bsky.social in a couple of roles: • Income Generation Manger • Volunteer Coordinator Closing date: 16 June visionary.org.uk/vacancies/

We're here with MySight York this morning and our wonderful Festival friend, archaeologist and presenter, Julian Richards. Julian has brought along ancient artefacts for people with sight impairment to be able to handle and find out more about their history. #YorkIdeas @mysightyork.bsky.social

#Vacancies -Exciting opportunities to join @mysightyork.bsky.social in a couple of roles: • Income Generation Manger • Volunteer Coordinator Closing date: 16 June visionary.org.uk/vacancies/

We're hiring at MySight York! We have two exciting roles available: Income Generation Manager (37 hrs/week) Volunteer Coordinator (20 hrs/week) Deadline to apply: 16 June 2025, 5pm 📍 Based in York Find out more and apply here: www.mysightyork.org/get-involved...

A Heartfelt Thank You! We are incredibly grateful to the brilliant volunteers for their support at yesterday's Spring Craft Fair! Thank you. (1/3)

Today we celebrated a significant milestone at Treasurer's House in York. A group of our members and volunteers gathered for a special ceremony to mark their achievement of gaining Sight Loss Friendly status, thanks to the Community Connect project funded by The National Lottery Community Fund. 1/3

We are delighted to announce additional stall holders at MySight York's Spring Craft Fair! Blueberry Pop up Shop stall will showcase beautiful handmade goods, all created locally by disabled people. (1/2)

Chris has challenged himself with the Coast to Coast this summer, in aid of MySight York. Chris has already achieved his target of raising £1500 which is incredible! If you wish to support Chris & donate to his fundraiser, visit his JustGiving page: justgiving.com/page/coops-c2c (1/3)

Thank you @yorkcvs.bsky.social for including us in this starter pack of local charities in York! go.bsky.app/MfWPVwr

We are nicely settling in to our new home, which is allowing us to better support people with sight loss in York, with our range of vital services. (1/2)

We are continuing to prepare our new home on Walmgate, which is a 3 minute walk from our old premises on Merchantgate, to create a warm, welcoming and accessible space for our community. Full details to be announced soon! Our team continue to be available to support you on 01904 636269.

Visionary Online Session - Join NEW session, FREE for Visionary members: Eye Care Support Pathway (ECSP) Surgery With @rnib.bsky.social and @mysightyork.bsky.social 27 Feb, 2 PM to 3 PM Using ECSP to improve relationships with ICBs, Trusts and service users. www.visionary.org.uk/events/

Does your workplace have a Charity of the Year or support charity partnerships? By choosing us as your workplace's Charity of the Year, colleagues can come together and help us support local people living with sight loss in York. More information on our website: www.mysightyork.org/fundraising/...

Hello Bluesky! We are a local sight loss charity in York, helping local people to live well with sight loss. For more information about our services, visit our website: mysightyork.org