Independent Living Project
The project works closely with RBKC’s sensory team to provide benefit and grant application support to those who are blind or partially sighted, as well as enable users to access other services and activities provided by the organisation.
Phone
020 7361 2968
Email
sensoryteam@rbkc.gov.ukAdvice for those with sight loss – RNIB
Information on Attendance Allowance; Pension Credit; free TV Licence; benefits for carers etc. provided by an Advice Team
Phone
0303 123 9999
Website
RNIBMacular Degeneration Support Group
Monthly Peer Group Meeting providing information and advise on managing the condition, as well a s relaxation and social activities tailored to people with sight loss, establishing a network of peers for on-going support as the condition degenerates and preventing isolation.
Phone
020 8969 9105Telebefriending Service (blind and partially sighted people)
Telebefriending Service (blind and partially sighted people)
Free telephone social groups to make friends, chat with and support other blind and partially sighted people.
Phone
020 7391 2218
Email
talkandsupport@rnib.org.uk
Website
RNIB