Tag: support

Emma and Adam waiting to start London Marathon 2023. They are wearing their LOOK running vests, bibs, and have their arms in the air, cheering.

News: #TeamLOOK smash London Marathon 2023

Wow, #TeamLOOK – you smashed it. Huge well done and forever thank yous from all of us at LOOK. Click through for photos and news from London Marathon 2023.

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How to Build Independence and help your young VI person leave home.

We know it is possible for children who need extra support, training and professional input to leave home and live independent lives but it can be an overwhelming prospect not knowing who is there to help and what that help looks like.

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Talking Transitions: Getting tech ready for the future

Transitions are always a key point in a VI child or young persons life. Having the right equipment in place and the skills to use them makes a huge difference. In this session we focus on best practice provision, when new assistive technology should be introduced and how we can support what happens at home.

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How to help your vision-impaired child feel less isolated and build a sense of belonging.

In this resource LOOK UK and VICTA discuss the power of connection and the impact identifying your tribe has on mental health and wellbeing.

Image of a woman walking outside using a cane and with her guide dog next to her.

Mobility Matters, how parent carers can support their children to navigate the world.

In this resource, the LOOK Parent support group and mentor team explore mobility, teaching our children independence skills and how to support them to explore the world without barriers.

Education Rights, how to ensure our children get the support they need.

“All roads lead to Education” L Hughes. In this resource the LOOK Parent support group and expert panellists explore Education Rights, what our children are entitled to and best practice for EHCP applications.

Jane, daughter Chole, husband Neil and guide dog Sapphire standing in front of a GuideDogs All Things Equal banner.

“Raising Our Voices – Ensuring We are Heard!”

LOOK Parent Carer Support Officer, Jane Ring, daughter Chloe, husband Neil and Sapphire the buddy dog travelled to London to meet with MPs as part of Guide Dogs #AllThingsEqual campaign.
Photo credit Guide Dogs UK