Access Technology

Do you (or someone you know) have difficulty seeing to use a computer, or to use a magnifier for reading? A one-to one assessment can be arranged as appropriate for you to
see our part-time Access Technology Officer.

You will have the opportunity to discuss your visual difficulties in more detail and gain hands-on experience of a range of specialist equipment which may help you at home, out and about, in education or employment.

Our aim is to suggest ways in which you can use specialist equipment to help you achieve your needs whatever your age, background or experience.

Specialist equipment can help you ‘read’ in a different way, and computers can be adapted to help you communicate with the rest of the world with the appropriate training and support.

Computer courses especially for visually impaired people are available locally, and our technician is available to discuss any technical queries you may have on the telephone or refer you to the relevant supplier.

Simply ring the Sight Centre to request an Access Technology assessment form to be sent to you or a nominated person. Please note that at present we are unfortunately unable to offer a "Drop-in" service.