Neurodiversity Celebration Week

Neurodiversity Celebration Week

Neurodiversity Celebration Week is next week, and we will be showing a selection of live discussion panels via zoom in the Workspace at the town library, exploring various topics about neurodiversity. All talks are free and require no booking. Visit www.neurodiversityweek.com for more information about the panellists.

ArtHouse Jersey’s ‘The Land and Us’ project

The Arthouse Jersey - The Land and Us project

Last year some of our members took part in ArtHouse Jerseys ‘The Land and Us’ project. Tonight sees the launch of the exhibition at Capital House which will then be open to the public from Friday 22nd March. Well worth a visit and a pleasure to be part of

Gosia’s recovery

What a lovely article publicised recently with the support of Fiona from Jersey Brain Tumour Charity. Very proud to have been able to support our member/volunteer Gosia through her recovery. What a courageous and inspirational lady.

Volunteer drivers needed

Image of EYECAN cars parked outside Westlea Centre.

EYECAN requires Volunteer drivers on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. We would ask you to use your own car, but we do pay a petrol allowance. If you have any free time on any of these three days, please call Kirsty on 864689. She will be happy to discuss the role with you. Members who attend […]

EYECAN Business Plan 2024 – 2026

Image shows Mark Coxshall standing in between Agnetta and Emmaline. They are standing in front of EYECAN pop up banners and wearing red EYECAN T-Shirts. They were attending CI Pride event 2023

We are delighted to share with you our three-year business plan for 2024-2026. The EYECAN team developed this plan in recognition of the need to continually review the services that we offer, ensuring that they remain accessible, and aligned to anyone who might need our assistance. Please enjoy reading our commitment to you and we […]

Merry Christmas from EYECAN

EYECAN would like to wish all its members, volunteers and supporters a Merry Christmas! 2023 has been another great year, including the continued success of the Childrens Spectacle Charity Voucher Scheme, the development of our video magnifier scheme, the chance to work alongside partner charities at community events and opportunities to really showcase the support […]

Community Cost Bonus payment applications are open

Government of Jersey Logo

2023 Community Cost Bonus payment applications are open Community Costs Bonus The Community Costs Bonus is an annual payment to help households that are just above the Income Support level with the cost of GST on food. This used to be called the Food Cost Bonus. The Community Cost Bonus for 2023 is £516.50. Who […]

Sight Village London

Image shows an Empatheyes VR headset resting on a table in front of a computer screen showing details of the technology

Recently Lucy and Chris from the Community Team visited Sight Village London. Sight Village is an exhibition that offers us an opportunity to find out at first hand the latest technology, products and support services for people with a sight loss. This was also an opportunity to catch up with all our suppliers including the […]

Embrace our Difference

Images show the EYECAN team standing behind a table and showcasing their services at the event

“Honoured to be part of the Government of Jersey “Embrace our Difference” event this evening. Really proud of the EYECAN team and to be working with partners to make a difference”. – Mark CEO Also great to see representation at all levels in support of this event.

International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Image shows the words: 3rd December is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Above the words is the logo for the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

International Day of Persons with Disabilities: Not all Disabilities are Visible. Whilst most people are very considerate towards islanders with sight loss, we hope the following points will help clear up any misunderstandings: – Most people with sight loss won’t look any different from anyone else. – Very few people with sight loss are completely […]