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Beating the fear and isolation of sight-loss through macular disease - Project

Project overview

The five-year project is using £400,000 to support people across Northern Ireland with Macular Disease. The project is creating new peer support groups and enhancing the range of services offered. The volunteer-led groups have links with medical professionals and local services to deliver events, group talks and publicity. The project is also providing befriending, employment support, developing a suite of online resources, and providing support to use different techniques to see better.

Recipient organisation

Organisation name
The Macular Disease Society
Type
Registered Charity and Not-for-profit Company
Charity number
1001198
Company number
2177039
Location
Stiles, South Antrim, Antrim and Newtownabbey

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