Carer benefits and legal services Hastings & Rother Voluntary Association For The Blind
Contact us
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Address
Healey House
3 Upper Maze Hill
St Leonards-on-Sea
East Sussex
TN38 0LQ
About
Hastings & Rother Voluntary Association for the Blind is a local registered charity for local sight impaired.We are an independent charity, committed to providing access to services, support and encouragement and information to those with visual difficulties. We also seek to serve the needs of their carers and families.
Our Society is run by a dedicated and hard working committee, team of staff and volunteers. There are a wide range of clubs in operation during the week, covering everything from arts and crafts, to keep fit, social activities and sports clubs.
The John Taplin Centre, named after one of our most devoted blind members, is a purpose-built day centre on our grounds, designed for those who are blind or partially sighted. The Association also has a rest home, Healey House.
Opening times
The John Taplin Centre operates Monday to Friday 9.30am to 3.30pm,
Access
Disabled access
Catchment area
Visually impaired people living in the Borough of Hastings and Rother district.
Target group
For anyone who is blind or partially sighted, do not have to be registered.
Also welcomes visually impaired people with a variety of other disabilities.
Further information
The organisation has a Resource Centre, where members can see and try the many aids and equipment available to help visually impaired people. Also available is a 20/20 Low Vision Reading System (CCTV) which enlarges the written word making any document easier to read. There is a wide range of information in large print and tape form and a selection of story tapes and large print books, which can be lent out.
Referral method
Anyone can refer, you can even refer yourself, just contact us.
This information was supplied by Serco Global Services on 1 April 2025.