The latest e-Newsletter from Retina UK.

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During Loneliness Awareness Week, we're hosting a special webinar to address the challenges faced by individuals with sight loss when it comes to travel and mobility. Research by RNIB has highlighted the critical need for enabling greater fulfilment and freedom through travel, with a significant impact on quality of life. According to their findings, 59% of respondents felt that exploring different parts of the country had a huge positive impact on their well-being, yet a lack of confidence often leads to loneliness and isolation.

Join us for an informative session designed to help build your confidence in traveling and overcoming barriers associated with sight loss. Our expert panel includes:

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical advice and support to help you move more freely and confidently.

Did you know May is National Walking Month? As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, we're exploring the power of movement.

As the weather turns warmer and we are happier venturing out a little more, we look at the activities that some of our communities are getting involved with.  Getting out in the fresh air is good for sole, in fact 'movement' is the theme of this year's Mental Health Awareness Week.

Have some questions about the Big Give Kind2Mind campaign?

Listen to our Head of Fundraising Jo, as she discusses more about the Big Give. From how to donate to why this campaign is a game changer for us.

The latest e-Newsletter from Retain UK.

Please consider donating to Retina UK through a monthly or quartely direct debit if you can. Regular donations provide a reliable source of income to help us to plan effectively for the future. Visit www.RetinaUK.org.uk/regular-giving to sign up, or, if you prefer, call us on 01280 821334.

Join Research Development Manager, Kate Arkell as she speaks to our latest research grantees about their projects.

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Our Weekly Lottery has now arrived. This podcast aims to answer any questions you may have and encourage you to take part.

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Find out about our upcoming webinars on our website: ⁠RetinaUK.org.uk/webinars⁠.

This is the audio edition of the Retina UK Newsletter, Look Forward - Spring 2024 (Issue 182). You can download a copy in PDF and Word format on the Retina UK website: ⁠⁠RetinaUK.org.uk/resources⁠⁠.

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Contents in this edition are as follows:

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Track 3: What’s on in 2024

Track 4: Feel the Friday Vibes

Track 5: An expert view on cataract surgery

Track 6: Cataract surgery - a personal perspective

Track 7: Join #TeamRetinaUK in 2024

Track 8: Research news round-up

Track 9: New local peer support group in Tyne & Wear

Track 10: Leading our best lives

Track 11: Spotlight on Martin Hills

Track 12: Thank you

Track 13: New pathway aims to transform eye care support

Track 14: Get to know our Fundraising team

Track 15: Support us to help more people on their sight loss journey