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ECL Sensory Service supports people with sight loss, hearing loss or dual sensory loss.

28/11/2025

We’re absolutely loving the new Christmas ad from EE !

One of the most heartwarming moments? When the little boy steps forward and signs “Merry Christmas” to the young girl who is hard of hearing.

This beautiful gesture wasn’t just for show—it was crafted with care in collaboration with a deaf BSL consultant and advisor, making it a truly inclusive and meaningful story. 👏

Representation matters, and this ad is a wonderful reminder of the power of thoughtful storytelling. 💬✨

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25/11/2025

Fight for Sight has joined !

We’re thrilled to have one of the UK’s largest independent funders of research into vision loss join our mission for inclusion. 🌟

Fight for Sight is dedicated to funding brilliant minds and bright ideas—putting change in sight for everyone impacted by vision loss.

Their pledges:
✅ Continue funding social projects that enrich the lives of people with vision loss.
✅ Ensure as many staff members as possible feel confident acting as sighted guides.

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21/11/2025

Well done to Coral Pithers, who organised and set up a raffle that raised nearly £100 for Esme’s Umbrella, supporting awareness of Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS).

CBS is a condition that causes visual hallucinations in people who have lost a significant amount of their sight. These hallucinations can range from simple patterns to complex images of people or animals. Importantly, CBS is not a sign of dementia or mental illness - it’s the brain’s way of “filling in the gaps” when visual input is missing.

There’s still a lot of stigma and misunderstanding around CBS, so raising awareness is vital.

Earlier in the week, we were also delighted to welcome Judith Potts, founder of Esme’s Umbrella, who shared her insights and passion for supporting those affected.

💙 Well done Coral for making the step to make a difference and to the whole team for bringing in the raffle prizes!

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19/11/2025

🎉 Welcome Care Just 4U Limited to the Sensory Action Alliance!

We’re excited to have Care Just 4U join our mission to create a more inclusive and sensory-friendly world.

About Care Just 4U:
A CQC-registered homecare agency providing personal care for adults and the elderly, with a mission to deliver quality, affordable care that helps people stay in the comfort of their own homes.

Their pledges:
1️⃣ Train at least 10% of staff as Sensory Champions.
2️⃣ Provide training on installed equipment to ensure proper use.

Join Care Just 4U and many other Sensory Action Alliance members in creating a more inclusive future! Learn how you can get involved: https://ow.ly/kQtJ50Xu409

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12/11/2025

👁️👂 Need a helping hand with your sight and/or hearing?

Do you or someone you know need extra support to stay independent?

We offer specialist one-to-one support for individuals with sight and/or hearing loss. Our highly skilled and experienced team is here to help—whether at home, in the community, or in hospital.

Learn how we can help: https://www.ecl.org/sensory/specialist-one-to-one-support

Contact us on:
Email: sensoryservices@essexcares.org
SMS: 07921 387 754
Call: 03330 133 262

You're not alone—we’re here to support your independence.

07/11/2025

We’ve received some truly lovely feedback, and we couldn’t be prouder of the dedication and care our team continues to show. 💙

A huge well done to everyone involved—you’re making a real difference and it’s being noticed!

05/11/2025

Welcome MobiFlo to the !

Mobiflo brings innovation and passion to the movement, and we’re excited to collaborate on meaningful change that supports neurodiversity and sensory accessibility across communities.

Mobiflo made two inspiring pledges:

Pledge 1: To train both founders to become sensory champions.
Pledge 2: To make their online store fully accessible for customers with sensory impairments.

Let’s give them a warm welcome! 💙
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28/10/2025

ECL's Sensory Action Alliance have been working with Abbey Field Medical Centre to make their service more accessible for people with sensory impairments.

Abbey Field's have made a huge commitment so far, sending over 22 members of their team on ECL’s CPD accredited Sensory Champion Training, and they have plans to make more improvements in 2025. Watch the video to find out more.

If you are a business considering making your service more accessible to people with sensory impairments visit our website to find out more: https://ow.ly/SVJF50XisRG

Read the full story here: https://ow.ly/pNco50XisRF

17/10/2025

Let's welcome Ablecross Care Services to the !

As a specialist domiciliary care company and temporary employment agency, Ablecross provides vital support to individuals and healthcare providers across the UK.

As they’ve joined us, their team made two inspiring pledges:

1️⃣ To train 10% of their staff as Sensory Champions – empowering their team with the knowledge and skills to better support individuals with sensory needs.

2️⃣ To make their organisational documents more accessible – ensuring clarity and inclusivity for all.

We’re proud to have Ablecross on board and look forward to the positive impact they’ll make in creating more sensory-inclusive environments. 💙

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15/10/2025

Do you enjoy working with people and want to make a difference?
Are you looking for flexible working hours and an exciting new challenge?

ECL Sensory Service are seeking caring people to join their team of Communicator Guides whose role is to support people with sight, hearing and dual sensory loss in the community.

Salary: £12.50 per hour, plus 45p per mile
Location: Across North Essex - Chelmsford
Hours: 16 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent

To find out more and apply visit: https://ow.ly/cgfB50XaXpG

09/10/2025

Your eyes connect you to the beauty of the world.

This World Sight Day 2025, take a moment to care for them.

Learn some general eye health care tips that can help maintain good eye health from the NHS guide below!

https://shorturl.at/aCve7

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08/10/2025

Missed our top tips to protect your sight and hearing?

Don’t worry — you can still catch up on our website!

Sight and hearing are two of our most important senses — helping us stay independent, connected, and enjoy everyday life.

While some changes are natural with age, there are plenty of proactive steps you can take to protect these vital senses.

👉 Read our blog for five top tips https://ecl.org/positiveagingweek

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