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Viewpoint Your local sight loss charity news Issue 04 | Summer 2017 Join us at our Seeing Better Exhibition 6th July 2017 see pg 5 In this issue: 7 VIP Fashion Show 12 Registration Process and benefits 21 Free Will Service

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ViewpointYour local sight loss charity news

Issue 04 | Summer 2017

In this issue:

6 VIP Fashion Show

14 Registration Processand benefits

21 Free Will Service

Join usat our

Seeing BetterExhibition

6th July 2017see pg 5

In this issue:

7 VIP Fashion Show

12 Registration Process and benefits

21 Free Will Service

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4 Children and Families Service

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6 Tech Tips for Mobile Apps

8 Fun at Sports Taster Day

10 Royal and Derngate

12 Mayor of Northampton

14 Understanding the Registration Process

21 Free Will Service

22 Mobile Sight Centre dates

Don’t forget:Please let us know if you would prefer an alternative format:

- CD

- Braille

- Email

ContentsUpcoming Events

Summer 2017Hello and welcome to the Summer edition of the Viewpoint.

Inside is a real mix of positive news and useful information. And talking of the positive, we’d like to say a big thank you to staff and volunteers at our Northampton Charity Shop for rallying around to re-open quickly after a recent burglary!

Read on for Mobile Apps Tech Tips, Understanding the Registration Process and Upcoming Events.

You can also read or listen to Viewpoint on our website: www.nab.org.uk

4 Children and Families Service

5 Upcoming Events

6 Tech Tips for Mobile Apps

8 Fun at Sports Taster Day

10 Don’t be in the dark at Royal & Derngate

12 Understanding the Registration Process

18 Ready for a Rest!

21 Spotlight: Free Will Service

22 Mobile Sight Centre dates

Contents

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4 Children and Families Service

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6 Tech Tips for Mobile Apps

8 Fun at Sports Taster Day

10 Royal and Derngate

12 Mayor of Northampton

14 Understanding the Registration Process

21 Free Will Service

22 Mobile Sight Centre dates

Don’t forget:Please let us know if you would prefer an alternative format:

- CD

- Braille

- Email

ContentsUpcoming Events

Corby shows it Cares

Following a NAB talk to the Health and Recreation Together (HART) group, committee member and long-standing NAB volunteer Lesley Davidson suggested donating to our Corby group as a way of supporting people with macular degeneration.

The over 55s HART group which meets fortnightly at the Community Centre in Beanfield Avenue, Corby, kindly agreed and gave us £250.

Another Corby benefactor was Care and Share, who donated £200. Care and Share offers friendship and support to local residents and meets every Friday at St Ninian’s Church in Beanfield Avenue, Corby.

Margaret Mitchell, Community Support Worker for Corby receiving the donation from Joan Small, Chair of HART.

Our Corby Social Group have decided to use the donations to pay for a trip to the Savoy Cinema in Corby on 25th July, where they will enjoy a private screening of Andre Rieu’s 2017 Maastricht Concert which features a 60 piece Johann Strauss Orchestra.

We are always grateful when communities show support for our work and recently two local Corby Groups chose to donate funds to our Corby Sight Support Social Group which meets monthly at Swan Gardens.

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Children and Families ServiceIn April we were delighted to welcome along over 50 members of our Children and Families Service to celebrate Easter at West Lodge Rural Centre in Desborough.

During the afternoon, our visually impaired children, along with their siblings and parents, had the chance to see and pet a variety of farm and small animals including rabbits, guinea pigs, donkeys and goats.

They particularly enjoyed feeding the new-born lambs and the tractor train ride, sitting in barrels.

Afterwards, one of our parents said:

“It was the first time I’d attended one of NAB’s events with my son and I was made to feel very welcome by NAB staff and other parents.”

“It was great to see all the children enjoying the different activities and experiences together and I look forward to attending another event soon.”

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Upcoming EventsChildren and Families Summer Event

Trip to Gullivers Land, Milton Keynes 30th August 2017 £6 per person. This event is for visually impaired children and their siblings aged 13 and below.

Bowling Event for young adults aged 20-30 years

New York Thunderbowl Kettering 13th June 2017 £9.99 per person. Includes 2 games of bowling, shoe hire, Franks food platter and a drink voucher.

Seeing Better Exhibition

Thursday 6th July 2017 10am - 3:30pm Kettering Conference CentreJoin us at our Seeing Better Exhibition, the largest event of it’s type in Northamptonshire for anyone with sight loss, their families or carers, and those working with the visually impaired. Equipment displays from leading UK suppliers as well as support and information from local health-related organisations.

Free Admission • On-site Parking • Free Workshops

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To see more photos visit Facebook

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To book in to any of these events call Hugh or Laura on our Helpline: 01604 719193

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Tech Tips - Mobile AppsOur Children and Families Worker Hugh Spence is totally blind and relies heavily on technology in his everyday life.

In this edition he details two mobile phone Apps which are designed specifically to help the blind and visually impaired.

Tap TapSee

This App works with your device’s camera to take a photograph and, with Voice Over, describes to you just what is in the image. The accuracy is brilliant. The App will not only tell you that the photo is of a tin of soup, for example, but also the brand and flavour!

KNFB Reader

KNFB Reader App allows you to scan and read a variety of documents on your mobile device. Fast, accurate, and efficient, the KNFB Reader allows you to snap a picture of printed text, in several languages, and quickly have the words read aloud. The app is simple to use and can read documents such as your newspaper or menus at a restaurant.

Tap TapSee and KNFB Reader are available through the Apple iTunes Mobile App Store and the Google Play Store.

An Enhanced Personal Shopper Service for customerswith sight loss is available at 134 Debenhams stores.

The service makes shopping for clothes easy and enjoyable.

To find your nearest store andbook a free appointment callDebenhams on 03445 616161.

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Don’t forget our Weekly Technology Support Clubs at Kettering and Northampton Sight Centre’s.

We can help you improve your skills and confidence using assistive technology such as computers, mobile phones,

tablets and readers.

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An Enhanced Personal Shopper Service for customerswith sight loss is available at 134 Debenhams stores.

The service makes shopping for clothes easy and enjoyable.

To find your nearest store andbook a free appointment callDebenhams on 03445 616161.

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Fashion ShowIn April Debenhams in Northampton hosted an exclusive Fashion Show for our members.

Volunteer Social Group Organiser for Wellingborough, Marcia Holder (featured on the front cover) was interested to know how Debenhams Personal Shopper Service could help her and fellow visually impaired members, and after contacting the store, organised a special visit.

During the afternoon Debbie James, Personal Shopper, passed around different garments for members to see and feel. She clearly described the colour, material, style and occasion when each item could be worn. The group were also treated to a demo from the Clinique counter.

Marcia said afterwards: “It was a fantastic experience, everyone said they thoroughly enjoyed it and I want to send a big thank you to all who made it possible, in particular Debbie.”

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Fun at Sport Taster Day

The second of 24 Countrywide Multi-Sport Taster Days organised by British Blind Sport took place in Northampton on Saturday 11th March and was a great success.

The event, hosted by NAB and Northamptonshire Sport, attracted participants of all ages. It was opened by the Mayor of Northampton, Cllr. Malpas with an encouraging speech about the importance of sport and overcoming sight loss challenges.

All participants had a go at blind or partially sighted football, goal ball, judo, cricket, tennis, golf and guided running.

On the day we were pleased to welcome 16 coaches along to work with 37 participants.

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Hugh Spence, Children and Families Worker said:

“The event was a great success. Everyone who came along said it was great fun and would like to pursue these sports further.”

“One of the parents said to me it was great to see her son accessing sport at his own pace and level which immediately raised his confidence.”

Did you know

Ball by Ball Commentaryis available at Northampton County Cricket Ground (NCCG)?

A free service provided by a team of volunteers on all 4 day and 1 day home games as well as selected T20 and Tour matches.

Through the use of headsets blind and partially sighted spectators can enjoy the match with the help of the informative commentary.

Carers of disabled spectators will be admitted free of charge with the purchase of a ticket. There’s free parking for blue badge holders.

To use this Service or find out more call Northants Cricket on: 01604 514455 or visit: www.northantscricket.com

To find out about further sporting opportunities

call our Helpline: 01604 719193

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Don’t be in the dark at the Royal & DerngateFor a number of months, NAB has been working in partnership with the Royal and Derngate to raise their awareness and understanding of guests with sight impairment.

NAB staff and volunteers were invited to attend a special Touch Tour of Peter and the Star Catcher and have took part in a new promotional access film for the Royal and Derngate’s website.

A large group of theatre employees also benefited from NAB Visual Awareness training, learning guiding techniques and how to assist visitors with sight loss.

Did you know Northampton’s Royal and Derngate offers Audio Described performances?

This complimentary service is available on all “Made In Northampton” productions and a host of touring shows.

To find out more about upcoming Audio Described

performances at the Royal and Derngate

Call the Box Office: 01604 624811

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A “ping” for PeterFor Peter, sudden sight loss in 2010 was a massive shock. Now, years on, he has come to terms with the life changing event and is on a quest to lead a healthier lifestyle by taking up cooking using his microwave.

Peter said: “Early on, a Community Support Worker from NAB visited me at home and helped me to access a variety of services and benefits.

Blind Veterans UK was one of the organisations I was put in contact with, and it is because of them I have been able to pursue my interest in cooking for the first time.”

Peter’s sight loss has always caused him difficulties when cooking, often burning himself on the oven or hob. But after finding out useful tips and being sent a recipe book from a Rehab Officer at Blind Veterans, he has now mastered the art of microwave cooking, and enjoys healthier meals.

Peter continued: “Using the microwave to cook fresh meals is so much easier and safer for me; I feel a sense of achievement. I have also learnt to use contrasting coloured chopping boards when I’m preparing ingredients, for example chopping a parsnip on a blue coloured board.”

“For me, knowing I can prepare a meal for myself and not feel dependent on others is amazing. I no longer need to rely on pre-packed meals to get by.”

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REGISTRATIONBeing told by your eye consultant that you should be registered, often comes as quite a shock. What are the benefits? Is it compulsory? What does it mean.......for the future?

In fact, being registered can be a whole new start in coming to terms with your sight loss and learning new ways to cope with it. It also helps services like the NHS to plan for future demand.

Far from being a “label”, it’s a positive move which formally acknowledges that your sight is poor (useful in all sorts of situations) and, most importantly, links you to the information, advice and support that is there to help you remain active and independent.

THE SYSTEMThere are two levels of registration: Sight Impaired (or partially sighted) and Severely Sight Impaired/Blind. The Ophthalmologist decides if your sight meets the criteria and a Certificate

of Visual Impairment (CVI) is completed. You will be asked to sign. The register is held by Northamptonshire County Council (represented by Olympus Care Services) and in due course you will be contacted by Olympus and

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asked to confirm that you want to be registered. If so, a registration card will be sent to you. You can also request a visit from a Rehabilitation Officer for the Visually Impaired.

BENEFITS OR CONCESSIONSRegistration does not automatically entitle you to financial benefits, such as disability benefit. But it can add significant weight to any claim. However, you may be entitled to any of a number of concessions including free talking book/newspaper services, leisure and travel reductions, help towards the cost of eye examinations, prescriptions, glasses and free telephone enquiry service.

For those registered Severely Sight Impaired (SSI) there are automatic concessions; additional personal tax allowance, Blue Badge Parking Scheme, half price TV licence and free postal service using Articles for the Blind.

Keep your copy of the Certificate safe you may need it as proof

if you are applying for benefits.

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Important InformationUnfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, we have had to cancel our Mobile Sight Centre visits to Brackley, Corby, Northampton Abington Street, Towcester and Wellingborough in June. However, we will still be visiting Daventry, Kettering and Northampton Market Square during Macular Week. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and hope to resume normal service as soon as possible.

REGISTRATION QUESTIONS OFTEN ASKED“I only have sight in one eye. Could I be registered?” No. Only if your consultant considers that your sight is poor enough to qualify in your functional eye. Over time, this eye usually “compensates” as the brain adjusts.

“How do I transfer my registration if I move to another county?” Contact the new County Council (Social Services department). Send them your copy of the CVI and they will do the rest.

“I’m really struggling at home now, should I be registered?” A Consultant will normally wait to see if treatment can improve your sight before considering registration. However, if you are finding it harder to cope, don’t hesitate to ASK.

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SMOKING and SIGHT LOSSOur Mobile Sight Centre hits the roadat the end of June with a very special message...SMOKING IS BAD FOR YOUR EYESIGHT!!

The week of 26 June to 2 July is “Macular Week”, promoted by the national charity Macular Society and sight loss organisations across the country. Smoking is the big issue under the spotlight in the 2017 campaign.

Most people know that smoking is a major health hazard but less know it can cause blindness!

Smokers are four times more likely to develop age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the most common cause of sight loss in the UK.

Smokers with a genetic tendency to AMD are eight times more susceptible. Passive smoking can also increase your risk of AMD.

Specialist Stop Smoking Advisors will be on board our Mobile Sight Centre during Macular Week offering carbon monoxide checks and stop-smoking advice and support.

If you want help to quit now call First for Wellbeing: 0300 126 5000

During Macular Week visit our Mobile Sight Centre when it visits:

Kettering High St. near Clock Tower Tues 27th June: 10am - 3pm

Daventry New St. near Shopmobility Wed 28th June: 10am - 1pm

Northampton Market Square Thur 29th June: 10am - 3pm

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Six years ago, Harriet Smith returned home fromuniversity with one question on her mind. What next?

With a degree in creative writing Harriet, who has been blind from birth, wanted to utilise her talents. But what opportunities were out there?

A meeting with NAB Community Support Worker Jenny Richardson led to an introduction to South Northants Volunteer Bureau where Harriet spent many months interviewing and writing about a variety of their volunteers.

Her work was recently published in their news magazine.

Harriet also wanted to teach Braille. NAB put her in touch with visually impaired twins Rebecca and Gemma who were keen to learn.

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The Volunteer Bureau offered a venue and they were away.

Harriet’s view: In Spring 2015, Jenny visited me at home. During our conversation I expressed an interest in teaching braille, as it is something I felt I would be good at and enjoy doing.

I was delighted when a few months later I had a call to say that twin sisters Rebecca and Gemma who live locally would like to learn braille.

First I taught them the alphabet. When they became familiar with this, I gradually moved on to contractions, which are “shorthands” for writing common words.

I have found it very rewarding to watch their progress over the last year and to see how much their braille has improved.

We now meet each week at Towcester library. I get the bus independently to Towcester, and am currently learning the route to the library too.

Teaching Rebecca and Gemma has helped increase my confidence and independent travel skills.

Rebecca and Gemma are a pleasure to teach and it feels good that I am passing on my braille knowledge and skills.

“I have also gained two new friends!” added Harriet.

Rebecca and Gemma said: ”It’s a really good experience and gets us motivated to do more. We are really pleased that Harriet takes time out of her life to help us with braille. We have made a new friend and we have a laugh as well.”

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Ready for a Rest!NAB Trustee Cllr. Chris Malpas deserves a rest after a busy year as the 776th Mayor of Northampton.

Cllr. Malpas was made Mayor of Northampton for 2016/17 on 19th May 2016 and what a busy year he has had!

As his term of office comes to an end, we caught up with him about his role as First Citizen of Northampton and his sight loss.

Cllr. Chris Malpas said: “I have been in local politics for over 14 years. I was first elected to Northampton Borough Council in 2003 for the ward of Billing.

In 2008 I started to make excuses and stayed at home, especially in the evening time, due to my deteriorating eyesight and in 2009 seriously contemplated standing down from Northampton Borough Council and calling a by-election.

After talking to Guide Dogs I decided to apply and was eventually matched up with Verity. I haven’t looked back since!

With Verity, I have stood at two more elections and had the honour of being the Mayor this year.

I chose the Northampton Branch of Guide Dogs as my charity for the year to show my gratitude for them giving back my independence.”

During his mayoral year Cllr. Malpas has attended 530 engagements and raised over £21,000 for his charity.

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During Macular Week visit our Mobile Sight Centre when it visits:

KetteringHigh St. near Clock TowerTues 27th June: 10am - 3pm

DaventryNew St. near ShopmobilityWed 28th June: 10am - 1pm

NorthamptonMarket SquareThur 29th June: 10am - 3pmFri 30th June: 10am - 3pm

NorthamptonMarket SquareThur 29th June: 10am - 3pmFri 30th June: 10am - 3pm

For more support on Stop Smoking call First for Wellbeing: 0300 126 5000

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BBC news presenter Naga Munchetty was at the hotel to interview a number of the long servicing veterans.

Naga, who also starred in Strictly Come Dancing, asked to dance with Les.

“It was an offer I couldn’t refuse” he said!

Les (94) attends dances around Northampton 3 times per week, which keeps him fit and active.

Les “joined up” aged 18, and was part of the Normandy invasion.

“It was all a big adventure at the time until you see sights that stay with you forever,” he remembered.

He has numerous medals but is particularly proud of his Legion d’Honneur medal which he received from the Mayor and a member of the French Council in 2015.

War Veteran dances with Strictly contestant

On holiday at the Blind Veterans hotel in Llandudno keen dancer Les Hammond attended a tea dance in honour of Remembrance Day

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We are NOT RNIB!!It might be the abbreviation of our name (NAB), which stands for Northamptonshire NOT National Association for the Blind, that’s a bit confusing; but many people think we are associated with, or part of the Royal National Institute for Blind People (RNIB). We are not!

Established in 1896, we are one of the oldest local and independent charities in Northamptonshire, providing services for visually impaired and blind people throughout the county.

We have to raise the funds ourselves, to maintain and develop our work - and like most local charities it is an uphill struggle.

So if you or someone you know is thinking of making a donation, having a fund-raising event or even considering making a legacy, please bear us in mind and remember we are NORTHAMPTONSHIRE Association for the Blind not the NATIONAL charity RNIB.

To find out more about ways you can support us visit our website: www.nab.org.uk or call our Helpline.

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SPOTLIGHT:Free Will Service

Did you know that legacies play a crucial role in funding our services?

A donation in your Will, large or small, is the perfect way to leave a lasting gift and ensure that the next generation of local visually impaired people get our support and services when they need it most.

But seeking a Solicitor and having your Will written can seem a daunting process for many, and that’s where we can help.

Since 2012 we have run a Free Will Service throughout Northamptonshire.

Blind and partially sighted people can have their Will written free of charge and in the convenience of their own home.

There is no legal obligation to leave us a charitable gift. However, we hope you will

remember our charity’s work alongside family and friends in your Will.

The Free Will Service is available to anyone over the age of 18 years old and does include “mirror” Wills for your spouse or partner.

Our Service can also help with updating existing Wills with simple alterations known as codicils.

Call our Helpline: 01604 719193

to register for our Free Will Service

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Deanshanger: Memorial Community Centre/Library Wed 10:30am-12pm 20

Long Buckby: GP Surgery car park, Station Road Wed 2pm-3pm 27

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Rushden Town Centre: ExtraCare Imperial Court, Duck St Wed 10:30am-12:30pm 19

Wellingborough Town Centre: Opposite Hind Hotel Thu 10am-1pm 13,27 10,24 14,28 12,26 9,23

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Long Buckby: GP Surgery car park, Station Road Wed 2pm-3pm 27

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Rushden Town Centre: ExtraCare Imperial Court, Duck St Wed 10:30am-12:30pm 19

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Corby Swan Gardens, Gainsborough Rd

2pm - 4pm 4th Tues of month

Long Buckby Greenhill Court, Park Rd

11am -3pm3rd Thurs of month

NorthamptonLuncheon

Delapre Community Centre, Alton St

12:45pm -3:30pm 3rd Tues of month

Northampton Pub Lunch

The Trumpet Pub, Wellingborough Rd

12pm -3pm 1st Tues of month

Wellingborough Knights Court,Gold St

1:30pm – 3:30pm 3rd Thurs of month

Local to You – Social and Support Groups

Contact us:Helpline: 01604 719193Email: [email protected]: www.nab.org.uk

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@nab_northants

TextISEE15 £2 to 70070

Go to: JustGiving.com/nab Where you can fundraise, donate once or set up monthly payments

Ways to donate:

NAB, 37 Harborough RoadNorthampton, NN2 7BB

Viewpoint is published by the Northamptonshire Association for the Blind, a registered charity: 201240

Don’t forget our local branches in Brackley, Kettering, Oundle, Rushden and Towcester run regular social groups & outings.