RVI Eye Dep. User Group Web Site

Training and help for Employment

Local Voluntary Organisations have extensive facilities for free training in typing, computer skills, Braille, Moon, etc.

Job Finder etc at www.worktrain.gov.uk

Each local Job Centre has a Disability Employment Advisor who can advise on finding work, training, financial support, etc.

Special Needs Careers Advisor (0191) 483 2829

Employment Opportunities (NE) (0191) 232 1994

RNIB Employment and Student Support Network 01325 364913 Fax 01325 364914

OPSIS UK national association for the training and education of blind and partially sighted people: Tel 0121 428 5037

CV writing assistance from Action for Blind People 01 772 563944