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Lord Scriven supported the delivery of our open letter to Downing Street this week. In this video, he shares why he's backing our call for a new health strategy, so people with learning disabilities can lead equally long and healthy lives.
Congratulations to our Senior Dispensing Optician, Martyn Howlett, on being named a finalist for the 2026 IOA International Optician of the Year. 👏 https://ioassn.org/news/international-opticians-association-and-silmo-announce-finalists-for-the-2026-ioa-international-optician-of-the-year-award/
Caroline was told there was no treatment for her cancer. Her support team challenged that. She's cancer-free. Her story shows why change can't wait. https://www.seeability.org/stories/carolines-cancer-diagnosis-power-unwavering-support?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=listenup
Didn't get a London Marathon ballot place? You're still in! Apply for a Team SeeAbility charity place and support people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss. https://www.seeability.org/events/london-marathon-2027?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fundraising
Giban no longer relies on insulin. Too many people with learning disabilities face health inequalities. Giban's story shows why we're calling for action. https://www.seeability.org/stories/gibans-story-journey-healthier-happier-life?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=listenup
Scott Watkin BEM explains why people with learning disabilities must not be overlooked. https://www.seeability.org/news/written-and-written-out-why-we-need-put-learning-disability-healthcare-back-new-nhs?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=listenup
Today, SeeAbility and Learning Disability England delivered an open letter to 10 Downing Street, urging the Prime Minister to take action on healthcare inequalities faced by people with learning disabilities. Read the full story on our website: https://seeability.org/no10ds
Stay safe with our free Easy Read guide, with simple tips on keeping cool during a heatwave, drinking enough water and spotting when someone may need support. https://www.seeability.org/resources/keeping-safe-heat?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=accessibility
Ever wondered what it's really like to be a Support Worker? This #YouthEmploymentWeek, spend a day with one of our colleagues and see why every day is different. No experience needed – just the right values. We'll provide the training. https://careers.seeability.org/
Got your London Marathon place? Congratulations! Join SeeAbility and help support people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss to live more independently. https://www.seeability.org/events/london-marathon-2027?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fundraising
At SeeAbility, we're looking for people who care, want to learn and are ready to make a difference. You don't need previous experience – we'll support you with training from day one. If you're leaving school, college or university, we'd love to hear from you. https://careers.seeability.org/
This #YouthEmploymentWeek, Harley from RWA shares why young people with learning disabilities and autism mustn't be left behind when it comes to work. https://www.seeability.org/youth-employment-learning-disabilities-autism?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=rwa
What a fantastic day at #ParallelWindsor! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who joined Team SeeAbility – taking part, volunteering, donating or cheering us on. A special shout out to our youngest fundraiser, aged just five! 🧡 We can't wait to be back next year.
This #YouthEmploymentWeek, start a career that makes a difference with SeeAbility. 🧡 You don't need experience in social care – just the right values and a willingness to learn. Many of our leaders started as Support Workers. Apply today 👉 https://careers.seeability.org/
Why would you trek the Sahara with SeeAbility in 2027? 🌅 Experience the desert 💪 Challenge yourself ❤️ Make lifelong memories https://www.seeability.org/events/sahara-desert-trek1?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=TrekSahara
People with learning disabilities face unfair health inequalities. We're supporting an open letter to the Prime Minister calling for action. Add your name and help make our voices stronger. Easy read letter: https://tinyurl.com/mtaknxna Sign the letter: https://tinyurl.com/yv2ean8a
Use your Quills Rewards points to support SeeAbility! You can now donate £10 to SeeAbility for just 80 Rewards points when you shop through our Quills portal. https://shop.quillsuk.co.uk/login?v=seeability Thank you, Quills!
No WiFi. No distractions. Just you, your team, and the desert. No endless distractions of modern life and conquering the glistening sands of the Sahara Desert. https://www.seeability.org/events/sahara-desert-trek1?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=TrekSahara
Our friends at @retinauk.bsky.social are hosting their free annual conference on 19 September. If you're affected by retinal sight loss, join in person or online for research updates, advice and support. https://retinauk.org.uk/event/annual-conference
One of these will give you stories you'll tell for years. The other is a Tesco receipt. Choose wisely. https://www.seeability.org/events/sahara-desert-trek1?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=TrekSahara
🌈 Happy Pride Month! Everyone deserves information they can understand. Our LGBTQAI+ Easy Read guide is designed to support LGBTQAI+ people with learning disabilities or autism to better understand their identity. https://www.seeability.org/resources/being-lgbtqia
Great to be at Communication Works South yesterday! Thanks to @cenmac.bsky.social for organising such a brilliant event. Lance enjoyed chattin about SeeAbility's easy eye care and accessible resources. Thanks to everyone who stopped by our stand – It was great to meet you!
Join SeeAbility at Parallel Windsor on 5 July! Walk, push or run with no cut-off times – Start Together, Finish Whenever. Choose from 100m, 1K, 5K, 10K or SuperSensory –Take on a challenge or enjoy the festival! Find out more and book your place: https://www.parallellifestyle.com/windsor2026
Sign up for Trek Sahara '27, you must. Regret not signing up in 2027, you will. https://www.seeability.org/events/sahara-desert-trek1?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=TrekSahara
POV it’s 2027 and everyone’s swapping stories from the Sahara Trek… Except you. Join Team SeeAbility and take on 100km across the Sahara Desert from 6–13 March 2027. Sign up today! https://www.seeability.org/events/sahara-desert-trek1?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=TrekSahara
Yesterday was Autistic Pride Day – We've created an easy read guide about autism, designed to support understanding and inclusion. https://www.seeability.org/resources/autism?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=accessibility
Giban transformed his health and no longer relies on insulin, it goes to show what's possible when people with learning disabilities get the right support and healthcare. https://www.seeability.org/stories/gibans-story-journey-healthier-happier-life?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=listenup
Read Caroline's story and support the letter calling for a new national strategy for people with learning disabilities. https://www.seeability.org/stories/carolines-cancer-diagnosis-power-unwavering-support?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=listenup ✍️ Sign the letter: https://tinyurl.com/yv2ean8a
In his latest blog, Scott Watkin BEM explains why people with learning disabilities must not be overlooked in NHS plans. https://www.seeability.org/news/written-and-written-out-why-we-need-put-learning-disability-healthcare-back-new-nhs?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=listenup
Will you sign the open letter to tackle health inequalities? Join the call for a new national strategy for people with learning disabilities. ✉️ https://tinyurl.com/mtaknxna ✍️ https://tinyurl.com/yv2ean8a #LearningDisabilityWeek