About us

Empowering vision impaired people for 220 years

Impaired vision or blindness can be overwhelming – whether it’s something you’re born with, develop later in life, or experience through someone you care about.

At any age, even the simplest task can feel like a mountain to climb. But perhaps the greatest challenge is the isolation that sight loss can bring. The disconnect from social activities, special moments and daily community life often leads to loneliness and sometimes, a crippling loss of confidence. Since 1805, Vision Norfolk has been a lifeline for vision impaired people throughout our communities, offering not just practical help and advice, but also the emotional support needed to help people find true independence and happiness. Click here to find out more about the services we offer.

Our strategic priorities

Based on our ambition that all vision impaired people in Norfolk will live independent and fulfilled lives, we currently have four strategic priorities.

Grow current levels of service to ensure we reach the people who need us most.

Improve the quality, effectiveness and impact of our services.

Improve the financial strength and resilience of the charity.

Build strategic partnerships to develop Vision Norfolk as a credible leader within the voluntary and sight loss sectors.

A charity built on local knowledge

We only serve Norfolk, so we understand the area inside and out. And that means we can tailor our support to fit the unique needs of our local communities, offering care at home, at events, and through our community hubs and activities.

Our history

We have a long and successful history of improving lives for people living with sight loss – find out more about our story so far.

Our team

Learn more about our experienced senior team, who are committed to the future success of our charity.

Our community hubs

From our community hubs in Norwich, Great Yarmouth and Kings Lynn, we offer personalised one-to-one help and advice as well as group support.

Giving a voice to people with sight loss

Campaigning on behalf of Norfolk’s visually impaired population, we raise awareness of issues which stop people with sight loss from living full lives, and influence policy-makers to make good decisions.

Reports and other resources

Find out more about our work and access other local and national resources you might find useful.

Careers at Vision Norfolk

If you’re looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career, working with people who are passionate about what they do, then take a look at our latest vacancies.

Please help us support people through sight loss

Here’s how your donation can change the life of someone living with sight loss in Norfolk today:

£22

covers the cost of an outreach visit to help someone living with sight loss to access benefits, assistive equipment and health-related support so they can live independently at home.

£220

can fund an exciting social activity for children and young people, like karate or tubing – an opportunity for them to get together, have fun and make friends in a supportive environment.

£2,200

could provide a full year’s funding for our weekly crafting sessions, giving people with sight loss the chance to socialise and learn new skills like weaving, pottery and rug-making.