East Sussex Association of Blind and Partially Sighted People (ESAB)

Perhaps one of the worst times in a blind or partially sighted person’s life is when they are first diagnosed with sight impairment or when it changes or worsens. Such experiences normally take place at an eye clinic. We are there to help when someone has a new diagnosis or if a sight problem changes or worsens. The consultant can refer the patient directly to ESVS where we are able to provide advice, care, comfort, sign posting, support and ensure they have full advice and guidance at this very difficult time.

We offer low vision support workers, mobility and orientation training, aids and equipment, along with skills/strategy for daily living courses. In Brighton and Hove we also offer a home visiting service which sends out a volunteer who provides general support and advice. We are very proud to be able to offer specialist services in conjunction with East Sussex County Council as well as Brighton & Hove City Council.