EYECAN Business Plan 2024 – 2026
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
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
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
“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
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 […]
Road Safety Week
STOP LOOK? LISTEN People with visual impairment may struggle to see things that you or I take for granted. Just because you can see them, doesn’t mean that they can see you. On Road Safety Week we ask all road users to assist islanders with visual impairment by turning on lights in dull conditions, stop […]
Video Magnifier Project
Earlier this year we launched our Video Magnifier Project. The scheme supports independent reading, precision activity and helps with reminiscence by reconnecting users to family photographs and memories. Initially we have placed magnifiers at four local care homes and at the Jersey Library. The scheme has been well received. One Jersey Library member, who is […]
World Sight Day
Today is World Sight Day! On this important day, let’s take a moment to appreciate the gift of vision. Our eyes allow us to witness the beauty of the world, experience unforgettable moments, and connect with loved ones through eye contact and smiles. However, it’s also a reminder that not everyone enjoys the same level […]
World Mental Health Day
Mental health is a universal human right. “Mental health must be squarely placed in a human rights framework to re-cast the aspiration for sound mental health as a fundamental human right. Ensuring access to mental health services must be an obligation and responsibility of state and global organisations which can no longer be ignored.” Nasser […]