Volunteers enjoyed presentations and resources. This ensured quality support for people with impaired sight.
The event featured several helpful presentations covering emotional support and tech help topics. Resources, the mobile service, and social groups were all discussed, as were the low vision clinic and visit program.
The goal was to make volunteers feel valued, and they appeared to really enjoy the event. One volunteer stated that helping is rewarding because they know their visits greatly assist someone.
Another volunteer described the charity as caring and brilliant, and they find immense joy in assisting them. This volunteer also mentioned feeling very supported.
Another volunteer stated that they like helping others and appreciate making someone’s day better. A service user also shared their thanks, discussing their assigned volunteer and how excellent they are.
The user said things are going very well and they could not have found someone better. Their volunteer is incredibly kind and accommodating.
New volunteers are always vital, helping to combat isolation and loneliness. Somerset Sight encourages you to reach out by calling 01823 333818 or emailing admin@somersetsight.org.