Resources
The S A B Resource Centre has a wide range of equipment on display and for demonstration, to aid/enhance independent living.
Display And Demonstration
Equipment for independent living
Home demonstrations
New low vision technology
Advice on computers, specialist software and reading scanners
Low vision aids such as C C T V’s, hand and pocket held magnifiers
Large button telephones
Equipment to enhance independence and daily living needs
Services for the Visually Impaired
British Wireless for the Blind agency
Counselling and information on advocacy and benefits
Information and appropriate signposting (onward referral) to other services including services for those who are deaf and hard of hearing, deafblind or with learning disabilities who are resident in the London Borough of Sutton
Use of certain equipment in Resource Room (by appointment)
Re-setting of talking equipment such as clocks, watches and changing batteries
Community Low Vision Clinic
Chiropody Service
Commencing in Autumn 2007
Hearing Aid Checks And Battery Replacements
Commencing in Autumn 2007
Information
Groups, clubs and holidays
Funding sources for specialist equipment
Information on eye conditions
Equipment catalogues (tape and large print) and advice
Other services to assist, support and provide information
Equipment Ordering Service
Equipment can be ordered by S A B and delivered to your door, please ask for details - Vanessa Valentine; Resources Co-ordinator, 020 8409 7167
Other Services
Tuition in computer skills using specialist software can be arranged
Tuition enabling you to learn Braille
Support and signposting on for retraining and employment issues
Access issues
Accessing funders for equipment
Referral to other appropriate services
Clients may be referred to London Borough of Sutton Vision and Hearing Services for an assessment of need, as a result of whichcertain equipment, white canes and/or criterion on mobility training may be provided
Home fire safety and provision of smoke alarms – in partnership with London Fire Brigade and Volunteer Centre Sutton
Pre-booked appointments are essential,
therefore please telephone 0 2 0 8 4 0 9 7 1 6 7
(Home demonstrations of some equipment/aids are
available on request)