  
Information
Besides the many Services we provide as detailed below, we have lots of
Information Handouts, some of which are reproduced on this site. Please
Click the Links as required
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A RESOURCE CENTRE
Well-stocked with aids & equipment for visually impaired people, such as talking
& tactile watches & clocks; specialised kitchen items; talking bathroom &
kitchen scales; talking microwave oven - and many other helpful items for daily
living.
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HOSPITAL INFORMATION SERVICE
The Hospital Information Service serves
many of the Eye Clinics held in Cheltenham, Gloucester, Stroud and Cirencester
hospitals.
Look out for our
trained volunteers wearing our bright yellow tabards. They are available to
speak to you about any worries or concerns you may have. They also have leaflets
on the more common eye conditions, useful aids and equipment and the other
services offered by GCAB.
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New Computer Suite! We are very
proud of our new computer suite that is specially adapted for visually impaired
people. the software and keyboards is specifically designed for visually
impaired people and we are currently running computer lessons twice a week. If
you wish to have a taster lesson on our computers then please give us a ring.
These days are held once a fortnight on a Thursday with a trained volunteer.
They will show you how to use the software and programs such as word, excel and
how to use the internet and write emails.
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ADVICE and HELP
WE CAN HELP YOU in many ways through our range of services or we can refer you
to other agencies that can help, if this is more appropriate.
• Are you struggling to read the dial* on your washing machine or cooker?
We can advise on ways
to mark these and other appliances.
• Are you having
problems with reading your post, newspaper or pursuing your interests and
hobbies?
We can offer advice
on alternative ways to approach these difficulties.
• Are you
concerned about crossing the road safely or going shopping?
We can help and
advise
• Have you thought
about light levels?
The right level of
light, both inside and outdoors, is vital, as the effects of both low light and
glare can make seeing more difficult. We can share many tried and tested
solutions.
If our volunteers on
duty cannot help you directly, they can, with your permission, take your details
and pass them on to the GCAB Centre, where someone will be able to find the
answer.
You are also very welcome to come and visit us at the GCAB RESOURCE CENTRE,
based at our Offices in Albion Street, Cheltenham. Here we have a display
kitchen and resource room where you can look at and try out many useful items of
equipment before you buy. We can also offer advice on the most suitable aids for
your situation.
RESOURCE CENTRE opening hours are:-
Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 1.00 pm
Afternoon visits can be arranged but please telephone to make an appointment.
A NEWSLETTER
Produced four times a year giving information specifically for visually
impaired people. It is available on CD, large print and Braille.
INFORMATION HANDOUTS
We have produced a
wealth of information for VIP's many of which are here on out web site.
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