4Sight Vision Support

4Sight Vision Support For over 100 years, we have supported blind and sight impaired people across West Sussex. Whoever they are, whatever they do, wherever they find themselves.

4Sight Vision Support was established in 1921 to support blind and partially sighted people in West Sussex. We now support over 2,000 members and provide over 5,000 people with a wide range of practical support solutions to help them remain independent following sight loss. Our main aim at 4Sight Vision Support is to improve the lives of blind and partially sighted people with sight loss. We support in many different ways though services, visits, information, guidance, advocacy and support. Our aims are to enable people to:

Adjust to sight loss
Make the best use of low vision
Combat social isolation
Access appropriate information and advice
Maintain independence
Participate actively in their communities and family life
Access facilities and open spaces, across town and country
Access high quality personal social care and clinical services, with appropriate and timely choices
Influence service design, provision, commissioning and planning
Make informed choices about their own health and wellbeing

4Sight Vision Support supports these aims by providing valuable and much needed services, enabling blind and partially sighted people to remain as independent as possible.

The Government has announced plans to introduce mandatory sight tests for drivers over the age of 70.The plans are part ...
26/02/2026

The Government has announced plans to introduce mandatory sight tests for drivers over the age of 70.

The plans are part of the Department for Transport’s new road safety strategy which aims to reduce deaths and serious injuries on Britain’s roads by 65% by 2035.

The College of Optometrists and the Association of Optometrists have long called for changes to the law to help improve road safety.

They have repeatedly called for reforms to UK driving law, including requiring all drivers to provide evidence of a recent eye test at initial licence application and at every renewal – every 10 years and then every three years from age 70. They have also called for increased public awareness of the importance of regular eye tests every two years or as advised by your optometrist, to ensure drivers continue to meet driving standards.

The government are currently seeking views on the proposals to introduce mandatory eyesight testing for older drivers in Great Britain.
Visit the gov.uk website to download a form or complete online with the link below.

https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/introducing-mandatory-eyesight-testing-for-older-drivers
Forms need to be submitted before 31st March 2026

Image is a photo of the dashboard of a car from the driver's viewpoint

From magnification devices and lighting, to anti-glare and ultraviolet shields, to large print and Braille playing cards...
24/02/2026

From magnification devices and lighting, to anti-glare and ultraviolet shields, to large print and Braille playing cards, to talking kitchen scales and bump-ons, we have something for everyone.

Our Product Guide includes various daily living aids that can help with everyday tasks such as reading, shopping, medication and preparing meals.

Get in touch with us today for support in finding and purchasing the right daily living aids to help you get the most out of your remaining vision.

Call 01243 828 555 or email enquiries@4sight.org.uk

Image of some of the living aids we have available

Why not come to the Health and Wellbeing Information event in Southwick Community Centre on Thursday 12 March 2026.We wi...
22/02/2026

Why not come to the Health and Wellbeing Information event in Southwick Community Centre on Thursday 12 March 2026.

We will be joining other organisations so that you can find out more about your local community organisations and groups, and how they might support you and your family.

10am-1pm
Southwick Community Centre
Southwick
BN42 4TE

For more information about this event and others across the county visit the Healthwatch website https://www.healthwatchwestsussex.co.uk/

If you or someone you know is living with sight loss and needs support, please contact us to find out what services are ...
20/02/2026

If you or someone you know is living with sight loss and needs support, please contact us to find out what services are available to you. Below is a continuation of our client’s story, following the fundraising mailing we sent out last week.

When our client, aged 44, was in his late 30’s, the sight condition he had always lived with changed. A haze descended, “like looking through a frosted window” and his retina in his right eye detached. In and amongst many appointments, referrals, and despite multiple surgeries, his sight deteriorated, and he faced many challenges. He ended up losing his job, his family dynamic changed, and he had to move.

Scared, anxious and confused, our client’s brother helped him contact local organisations, leading him to us. Organising and travelling to meet our Vision Support Advisor felt impossible. “It honestly felt like travelling to the moon”. In a quiet meeting room, similar to the corporate environments he had once known, our client felt relieved to have arrived, but wasn’t expecting to gain much and certainly wasn’t expecting what happened next.

If you’d like to read more of our client’s story, please visit our website www.4Sight.org.uk, or continue following us on social media for more.

Image Philip sat at a desk with a computer

We had a lovely visit last week with Charlie from the Thomas Pocklington Trust , as part of their Get Set Progress inter...
19/02/2026

We had a lovely visit last week with Charlie from the Thomas Pocklington Trust , as part of their Get Set Progress internship programme!

It was a great chance to share how our Fundraising Intern, Philip, is getting on and to celebrate the brilliant contribution they’re already making to the team. We’re so proud to be part of a scheme that helps blind and partially sighted people build skills, grow in confidence, and take those next steps in their careers.

A big thank you to TPT for their continued support – and to Philip for bringing so much enthusiasm to everything he’s doing!

Photo is from the visit, left to right, Charlie Rashbrook, TPT, Philip, Fundraising Intern 4SVS, Julie, Fundraising Manager 4SVS

Thank you to our local communities for their support
19/02/2026

Thank you to our local communities for their support

Did you know that we can receive funds from your old used ink cartridges? We have raised over £190 in the last 12 months...
18/02/2026

Did you know that we can receive funds from your old used ink cartridges? We have raised over £190 in the last 12 months and saved 9.7kg of waste from going into landfill!
If you have a printer at home, work or at a group and would like to sign up to support us simply use the link below or visit our website for more information.
http://www.recycle4charity.co.uk/Register/096158

Image is an illustration of some ink cartridges being made into money with the words help us raise money, recycle your ink cartridges

Save the dates for our Low Vision Solutions Open Days in 2026The first one of the year will be Friday 27th March, 11am t...
16/02/2026

Save the dates for our Low Vision Solutions Open Days in 2026

The first one of the year will be
Friday 27th March, 11am to 2pm, Haywards Heath Methodist Church, Perrymount Road, RH16 3DN

Come along to gain hands-on experience with products and technology to aid you in your daily activities – magnifiers, electronics, reading machines and much more. Entry is free, no appointment needed. To find out more please contact us on 01243 828555 or email enquiries@4sight.org.uk

Other events later in the year:
Wednesday 20th May, 10am to 2pm, The Shoreham Centre (QEII Room), Pond Road, BN43 5WU

Wednesday 29th July, 11am to 2pm, Woodgate Café and Community Hub, 4 Grace Holland Avenue, Crawley, RH11 9SL

Thursday 17th September, 11am to 2.30pm, Midhurst Methodist Church, North Street, GU29 9DU

We will also be joined by other organisations offering advice and support for people living with sight loss in the local community.

Image is of a member of the services team chatting toa person while sat at a desk, from one of our previous low vision solution open days

From all of us at 4Sight Vision Support, Happy Valentines Day! We hope you have received your letter and enjoy the beaut...
14/02/2026

From all of us at 4Sight Vision Support, Happy Valentines Day! We hope you have received your letter and enjoy the beautiful story our client has shared with us.

Continue reading for a snippet….
Our client, aged 44, has always had an eye condition. Growing up he had “bottle glasses” and his mum was always telling him “Don’t sit so close to the TV, your eyes will go square!” Regular visits to the opticians were the norm.

As an adult, working in London and travelling the world as an international salesperson, his condition was being regularly monitored, until it changed. He was referred for further testing and diagnosed with Glaucoma, prescribed eye drops and was able to continue working full time in his role, continuing daily life as normal. Then it changed again.

If you’d like to read more of our client’s story, please visit our website www.4Sight.org.uk, or continue following us on social media for more.

Image is a photograph of client Philip chatting to Julie 4Sight Vision Support Fundraising manager

The winning number of our February 200 Club Lottery draw is 166. Congratulations to Mrs Se from Littlehampton who wins t...
12/02/2026

The winning number of our February 200 Club Lottery draw is 166.

Congratulations to Mrs Se from Littlehampton who wins the £100 prize.

For more information about our 200 Club, or other ways you can support us, please visit our website.

Image shows a photo of the winners details and some brightly coloured numbered balls

Do you love knitting, and would you like to help us raise funds for people in West Sussex who are blind or partially sig...
10/02/2026

Do you love knitting, and would you like to help us raise funds for people in West Sussex who are blind or partially sighted? Then we would love to hear from you.

Help us create fun knitted goodies, which go out to local schools and businesses to sell, all donations will go towards funding our services. We have Easter and Christmas patterns for you to try. We sold out last Easter, raising over £300!

To find out how you can get involved as a knitter or a location to sell these please contact our fundraising team today: 01243 838001 or email fundraising@4sight.org.uk

Image shows an illustration of a yellow ball of wool with knitting needles through the middle

Keep your eyes peeled, we’re about to launch an exciting major fundraising appeal, with a letter on it’s way to you, hit...
08/02/2026

Keep your eyes peeled, we’re about to launch an exciting major fundraising appeal, with a letter on it’s way to you, hitting doorsteps 14th February!
Living with sight loss is different for everyone, and we feel the best people to talk about what we do, are our clients. This letter really shows what support we can offer, and how reaching out can change things for you.

Image is three colourful hearts hanging on strings.

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Bradbury Centre, 36 Victoria Drive
Bognor Regis
PO212TE

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Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm

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