OPALS (Older People Active Lives Sensory) - Project
Project overview
This project will provide specialist targetted support to older people who have sight loss as their primary sensory impairment. The project will promote independence in daily living through three new distinct elements (volunteer guides, group training sessions and a resource for carers) this will increase their confidence in accessing local services, promote safe living at home and equip carers to provide appropriate support through awareness of the issues of sensory loss.