
Constantin
‘I’d recommend everyone does volunteering. I’ve given the application forms to some of my colleagues already.’
Constantin has been volunteering with Vista for over 6 months in a wide variety of roles
Vista is Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland's leading charity for people with sight loss
Constantin has been volunteering with Vista for over 6 months in a wide variety of roles
The team attended Vista's sensory impairment awareness training to develop their understanding and explore ways of creating an accessible environment.
Julie now uses the ‘seeing AI’ app when out shopping and said “It’s the best thing ever and I have been scanning everything, I am absolutely loving the new app. I have been taking photos of everything as well. Thank you”
Dylan was diagnosed at fourteen years old with Stargardt’s Macular Dystrophy. She was very unfamiliar with technology, but was too afraid to try anything new.
Ian has volunteered at Vista's sound services for the last five years. He said "It’s a good use of my skills, and I’ve become more confident with recording and editing.”
When diagnosed with Macular Degeneration, Imelda feared her life would be changed forever. However, after working with Ian Watts and the Digitial Vision Service, she's ready to face the challenge.