Since it’s National Eye Health Week, it’s a good time to remind you to book an eye test if you’re due one 🗓 Regular eye tests are an important health check for your eyes, even if you have no problems with your vision and don't need glasses. Have you booked yours?

This National Eye Health Week we're launching our Scottish Parliament election manifesto- Looking for a better Scotland. 8 key areas to improve life for blind and partially sighted people, and prevent sight loss. Read more: www.rnib.org.uk/news/looking... #EyeWeek #NEHW #VisionMatters

Let's all do what we can can to improve the accessibility of health and care services please👁️👁️ @pocklington.bsky.social @nationalvoices.bsky.social @nhsconfed.org @england.nhs.uk @kathyspetersen.bsky.social @slcouncils.bsky.social @visionaryuk.bsky.social

🧵 🚨 New NHS data exposes inequalities in elective care access The Waiting List Minimum Data Set (WLMDS) was released yesterday. The WLMDS provides, for the first time, a demographic breakdown of who is waiting for NHS treatment and for how long. 1 /4

🚨 A new joint policy paper from @centreformh.bsky.social and @prisonadvice.bsky.social highlights a growing mental health crisis in prisons and calls for urgent reform in how funding is allocated to support people with mental health needs. 🔗 tinyurl.com/43wr3s4s

📢 Our latest report-created with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), @healthwatchengland.bsky.social and other great partners- is now live! The report reflects on the Share for Better Care campaign and shares what we heard back from the public. 🔗 tinyurl.com/4km54hzt

📄 Full report: tinyurl.com/4nnsmsc3 This work was commissioned by NHS South, Central and West (NHS SCW) Commissioning Support Unit. @healthcreation.bsky.social 4/4

The Core20PLUS Connectors programme, funded by @england.nhs.uk, enables Integrated Care Systems (ICSs) to recruit, mobilise, and support influential members of local communities- Connectors- to take practical action to improve health and reduce inequalities in line with the Core20PLUS5. 3/4

💬 “Advancing racial health equity is a critical and collective responsibility that requires the concerted efforts of us as individuals, communities, organisations like Prostate Cancer UK as well as policymakers.” 🔗 tinyurl.com/5ejtacd8

🚀 New to the blog! @chiaradebiase.bsky.social, Director of Health Services, Equity and Improvement at @prostatecanceruk.bsky.social, shares how the charity is investing into advancing racial health equity, and the work that still needs to be done. 🔗 tinyurl.com/5ejtacd8

You can still sign up for our free online course,Vision Impairment: Starting the Conversation. Perfect for non-specialist staff working with blind or partially sighted students. Flexible, practical, and free. Sign up: https://f.mtr.cool/abwxkizupi

Forget the weather, this matters more. Paid internships for blind & partially sighted people are closing soon. From software dev to fundraising, roles span the UK. Check all available roles and apply now:https://f.mtr.cool/okvearkonm

From 30 June, NHS providers must review and publish how they meet patients’ communication needs. We’re pleased this step will improve access. Visit our page to read more about the framework and what it means for our blind and partially sighted community: https://f.mtr.cool/rcsecqlzso

Our new eye care film is out for #LearningDisabilityWeek We’re busting myths & showing how people with learning disabilities can get support with eye care. Thanks to George Webster, our eye care champions & The Village School. https://www.seeability.org/news/seeability-releases-new-eye-care-film

Looking forward to hearing how we can make healthcare fairer at #NHSConfedExpo @nationalvoices.bsky.social @pocklington.bsky.social @age-uk.bsky.social @slcouncils.bsky.social

You can catch our Chief Executive, @jacoblant.bsky.social, reflecting on the ten-year health plan workstream, ‘I am treated in a fair and inclusive way, irrespective of who I am’. 🕑14:00 - 14:45 📍Exchange Hall - main stage 👉 www.nhsconfedexpo.org/2025-agenda/...

🧵 Day two of #NHSConfedExpo! There are four opportunities to catch the National Voices team across today’s talks and panels. From empowering communities, to building an equitable NHS and involving the public in the delivery of the 10 Year Plan, there’s something for everyone👇

📢We are delighted to share our new report, Working for patients: How improving the experience of patients with long-term conditions can deliver the Government’s Ten Year Health Plan, shaped in partnership with Future Health and commissioned by AbbVie. 👇 www.nationalvoices.org.uk/publication/...

Today is #AgeWithoutLimitsDay! Champion @ageingbetter.bsky.social‬ Age Without Limits campaign within your comms by taking a stand against ageism by asking yourself these five questions. Dive into our recent blog on how you can get involved in the campaign today and beyond: https://bit.ly/3GVJdMT

We’re looking forward to a great first day at #NHSConfedExpo. Pop over to stand E20 to pick up copies of our analysis and reports, grab a tote bag and a have a chat about our latest work.

First session @nhsconfed.org Expo on Prevention of ill-health. 50% of sight loss is preventable- will this be mentioned? @pocklington.bsky.social @slcouncils.bsky.social @rnibcampaigns.bsky.social @bemyeyes.bsky.social @marshadecordova.bsky.social @charlesbonnetsyndrome.uk

Happening today at 2pm: our ‘Let’s Talk Jobs’ webinar with the Employment and Internships teams. As we prepare for a new round of the Get Set Progress internships, join the discussion today to hear how you can benefit and help you into work. Register now: https://f.mtr.cool/vzsibofinn

Heather House won a national nursing award for its work supporting young people with Batten disease – the only home of its kind in the UK. On #InternationalBattenDiseaseAwarenessDay, we’re proud to celebrate this brilliant team.

Looking forward to discussing how we can improve equity of access to services and #MakeHealthAccessible @pocklington.bsky.social @visionaryuk.bsky.social @slcouncils.bsky.social @rnibcampaigns.bsky.social @healthwatchengland.bsky.social @nationalvoices.bsky.social

Learn how to put healthcare insights into action at NHS ConfedExpo. Join us to find out how The Evolve Collaborative democratises access to timely, modern data analytics in the NHS and empowers clinicians, boards and ops leaders to be curious and drive improvement. buff.ly/JGl6j2i #NHSConfedExpo

@retinauk.bsky.social want to say a huge thank you to every single one of our amazing volunteers. Your time, compassion and commitment mean the world to us and to everyone in the Retina UK community. 💙 #ThankYouVolunteers #RetinaUK #VolunteersWeek2025 1/2

Meet Volunteer & Engagement Manager, Bel from Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey. She’d like to say thank you for the time generously given by their many volunteers. Make a difference in your community this #VolunteersWeek Become a volunteer at sightforsurrey.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/ 1/2

Thank you so much for the kind words!

The challenges facing the NHS require a radical solution. The healthcare system is awash with data, but short on actionable insight. There’s too much focus on looking back and not enough looking forwards, scaling and sharing learning to tackle variation. A new way of working is required.

Please this blog! You can't have equitable access to health and care services without accessible communications. @pocklington.bsky.social @rnib.bsky.social @hannahctweed.bsky.social @slcouncils.bsky.social @visionaryuk.bsky.social @nhsconfed.org @england.nhs.uk @newcastleuni.bsky.social

Join @ALLIANCEScot in calling for a right to communication for all. Sign up to ensure equal rights for everyone - because communication is about more than just words. Find our more about our new campaign and RT > www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-wo... #MoreThanWords #CommunicationForAll

Today's the day. We're looking forward to seeing you at our annual conference today in Glasgow for our annual conference - #OurVoicesMatter

Communication is key, but lots of us miss out because we can't access it. Please support this vital campaign @pocklington.bsky.social @visionaryuk.bsky.social @rnibscotland.bsky.social @guidedogsuk.bsky.social @signhealth.bsky.social @sightscotland.bsky.social @visibilityscotland.bsky.social

Great offer by our partner @mentalhealthscot.land of a free Mental Health First Aider Self-Assessment! Our lovely members also get 10% discount on @mentalhealthscot.land first aid mental health courses! #MentalHealthFirstAid #WellbeingAtWork

#Vacancies - Exciting opportunities to join Sense Ability Matters in a couple of roles: • Community Engagement Officer – Gateshead • Vision Rehabilitation Specialist – Visual Impairment Closing date: 27 May visionary.org.uk/vacancies/

This Mental Health Awareness Week is all about celebrating community, and how it supports our mental health and wellbeing. Communities connect, support, and give us a sense of belonging and purpose. We all need community. What's yours? #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ThisIsMyCommunity

Great blog on "Empowering Employees to Discuss Mental Health at Work: Removing Barriers" and free resources by our partner @rootshr.bsky.social! #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ThisIsMyCommunity

30% of adults over 65 years old will fall each year, and sight loss can increase the risk. Since we've been giving free Alexa devices, relatives have told us they're reassured that their loved one can now make a voice-activated call for help. This & more tips: www.theguardian.com/global/2025/...

We’ve made an easy read guide to help people with learning disabilities understand and look after their mental health. https://www.seeability.org/resources/looking-after-your-mental-health-easy-read?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=accessibility

This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we want to gently remind you that your wellbeing matters, and support is available. Whether you’re affected by sight loss yourself or supporting someone who is, our Helpline offers a safe, confidential space to talk. 📞 0300 111 4000 📧 [email protected]

Macular Disease: How Are New Treatments Developed? The Macular Society explains everything here: www.macularsociety.org/about/media/... @macularsociety.org

Got time after lunch? Join our Let’s Talk Jobs webinar at 2pm today. Our Employment team will share practical job-seeking advice, from CV tips and interview guidance to using accessibility apps. Bring your questions for the team. Reserve your spot now: https://tinyurl.com/383araue

What do blind and partially sighted people want to include in the NHS 10-Year Plan? Read more about the issues people with sight loss raised with RNIB on the future of NHS in England, which we highlighted at the latest meeting of the @EyeHealthVIAPPG rnib.in/NHS10YP

Blind and partially sighted people were disproportionately affected by the pandemic and the UK's response to it. Watch our short film where people with sight loss share some of their experiences: rnib.in/covid-film

📢New vacancy at National Voices! 💡Are you an entrepreneurial and ambitious Business Development Manager? 📈Looking to lead a small but mighty team's income generation? Check out our Business Development Manager vacancy, and apply by 26 May👇 www.nationalvoices.org.uk/work-with-us...

The month of May is going to be an exciting one at Visibility Scotland! We're offering free groups and activities for all ages, including the first workshop in our new wellbeing series! Find out what's on by clicking the link below: #WhatsOn #Scotland visibilityscotland.org.uk/visibility-s...

Sight Loss Councils and @pocklington.bsky.social are holding our 4th Volunteer #SLConference in #Birmingham. Our members will explore our priority themes of access to public transport, the built environment, and health and fitness. We'll also hold the #RPAwards! Stay tuned for updates!

#SLConference - We’re holding a transport panel with major partners exploring the #accessibility of public transport over the next 2 years. A big welcome to representatives from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, Confederation of Passenger Transport, Rail Delivery Group and Network Rail.

#RodneyPowellAwards from @pocklington.bsky.socialare underway! Hosted by blind content creator & disability advocate Claire Sisk, these awards honour the incredible volunteers making a real difference in the lives of #blind & #PartiallySghted people.  #VisionForChange