Holidays for the blind or visually impaired

A large selection of accommodation available that are suitable for people who are blind or visually impaired.

Computer Room Services - Enhancing The Everyday Independence

A site offering a range of products and services, including Braille, software and audio and PC support

The Accessible Friends Network

A global online network where blind and visually impaired people help and support each other.  TAFN is run by and for blind and visually impaired members, and aims to meet member’s technical and social needs to improve the quality of life for members.

Thrive

is the leading charity in the UK using gardening to change the lives of disabled people

STATUTORY SERVICES AND SITES

Blind Person’s Allowance is an extra amount of tax-free allowance. It means you can earn more before you start paying Income Tax. Blind Person’s Allowance is added to your yearly Personal Allowance

Individual Learning Accounts (ILA) are available for people who are 16 or over and living in Scotland. You can apply for an ILA if:

• You are not in education
• You do not have a degree or above
• You have an income of £22,000 a year or less

You can get up to £200 towards the costs of learning or training with an Individual Learning Account from Skills Development Scotland.

Individual Learning Accounts are available if you are interested in learning something new or brushing up your skills. There is a wide range of courses to choose from and you can study with any approved Individual Learning Account learning provider, including learning centres, local colleges, universities and private training companies.

To find out more and to request an application pack, visit the Skills Development Scotland Website or call the helpline on 0800 917 8000.