Services and organisations that provide special magnifiers
There are a range of equipment items that can help you if you have low vision or a visual impairment. For information and advice, you can contact your local eye clinic. Information on where these are can be found by visiting: https://www.nhstayside.scot.nhs.uk/OurServicesA-Z/Pre-SchoolOrthopticVisionScreening/PROD_209453/index.htm
If you require an appointment, you may need to be referred to them by your GP or Optometrist. You can also liaise with your local optometrist for advice on a range of topics relating to low vision including aids or accessories that help with glare. If you are looking for information on local optometrists in Angus, and their contact details, please follow the link and search for optometrists in your local area. https://www.nhsinform.scot/scotlands-service-directory/opticians/ You can also find more information about living with sight loss on the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) website: https://www.rnib.org.uk/your-eyes/navigating-sight-loss/eye-care-services-and-roles/low-vision-and-low-vision-services/
If you require information provided by Angus Health and Social Care Partnership in an alternative format, such as large print, audio and braille, or require an interpretation and translation service, then please contact Angus Council Contact Centre on 03452 777 778. Angus Health and Social Care Partnership have an agreement with North East Sensory Services (NESS) to provide a range of support for people with visual impairments. They are open Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm and can be contacted by using the information below. Contact information:
- Phone: 0345 271 2345 or 01224 625622
- Text: 07593 102004
- Website: https://www.nesensoryservices.org