Scottish Borders Sensory Services

20/02/2026

17/02/2026

17/02/2026

New Usher Syndrome Helpline

We are delighted to announce that we have just launched a completely new national helpline service.

The Usher Syndrome Helpline is run jointly with Deafblind UK allowing us to cover the whole of the UK.

This is a first port of call for any enquiries from people living with Usher Syndrome, as well as families and carers. You can call us with questions, requests for support or if you just need someone to talk to.

Call: 01733 973 500
Text: 07800 008 088
Or through Contact Scotland
Free to call
Open Monday to Friday, 10AM – 1PM (excluding bank holidays)

We are working closely with other specialist charities to ensure that we can refer people on to different services depending on their ne

More information https://www.dbscotland.org.uk/post/national-usher-syndrome-helpline-launched

17/02/2026

17/02/2026

Assistive technology can be life-changing for people with vision impairments and blindness. It can help with independence, access to information, education, work, and everyday life.

Visibility Scotland's EyeT project provides assistive technology support and advice. We have a Digital Suite at our Glasgow office, offering the opportunity to try out a large variety of digital accessibility aids designed to help people with vision impairments.

To learn more or book an appointment, visit our website or get in touch by calling 0800 987 1087 or emailing info@visibilityscotland.org.uk

ID: Two people practice using a digital magnifier to read a document.

17/02/2026

A little Monday resource from our Education Tech team to start the week strong…

Getting from A to B shouldn’t feel like a guessing game. And while GPS does a decent job, it doesn’t always cover the small but important details.

That’s where your phone’s camera comes in.

In our latest guide, we explore how combining camera features with AI tools and even live human support can give you that extra layer of confidence when navigating new places. You can use them to check a street sign, confirm a doorway or double-check you’re exactly where you think you are, giving you that extra bit of reassurance when you’re out and about.

Take your navigation skills up a level:
https://www.pocklington.org.uk/education/tech/taking-navigation-to-the-next-level/



Image description: Graphic features the TPT logo in the top left corner. To the right, an illustration shows a red haired person wearing a green jacket and trousers, holding a smartphone and carrying a backpack, set against a stylised map background. Bold green and white text reads: Blind or partially sighted? Find out how you can get around with tech. Beneath this, smaller text says: Check out our navigation page for our top app picks.

16/02/2026

RNIB information day
Living with sight loss
Monday 23rd February 10.30 - 2pm
At Eyemouth Library
RNIB Scotland
Live Borders
Scottish Borders Council
NHS Borders

14/02/2026

14/02/2026

🚍 Big partnership news!

We’re proud to share that Guide Dogs UK and Thomas Pocklington Trust are joining forces to strengthen and expand free vision impairment awareness training for bus and coach drivers across the UK.

This training has been shaped by the insight and lived experience of our Sight Loss Council volunteers, ensuring drivers gain practical skills and real understanding of how to better support blind and partially sighted passengers.

With Guide Dogs now supporting delivery nationwide, we can reach even more operators - helping to make everyday bus travel more accessible, inclusive and welcoming for all.

This is a brilliant step forward for partnership working - and for the voices of people with sight loss driving real change.

Read the full announcement: 👉 https://bit.ly/463C46N



Image description: A man, smiling and holding a mobile phone, is standing at a bus stop with his guide dog wearing a harness, waiting as a bus pulls up to the curb. The scene is outdoors on a residential street with greenery and houses in the background.