11/02/2026
Sometimes the hardest part is coming through the door for the first time.
This was shared at our Tisbury hub social recently during introductions.
“I wasn’t sure this would be for me, but I came along anyway. I wasn’t even sure I’d come back. That was over a year ago, and I haven’t missed a month. Everyone understands what it’s like. Everyone wants to help each other. Now I count everyone here as my friend.”
For many blind and partially sighted people, especially if you are losing your sight later in life, walking into a new space can feel uncertain. What often follows, though, is conversation, shared experience and the reassurance of being understood.
Our hubs offer information and advice, and many also have social gropus where people have a chat, share practical tips and build friendships.
If you would like to talk about your nearest hub, contact Wiltshire Sight team on 01380 723682.
Image description: A Wiltshire Sight branded graphic with a dark blue background and curved green, blue and yellow shapes in the top right corner. In the centre is a large white speech bubble outlined in green. Text reads: “I wasn’t sure this would be for me. That was over a year ago, and I haven’t missed a month. Now I count everyone here as my friend.” Beneath the quote it says, “Shared at our Tisbury hub social.” The Wiltshire Sight logo appears in the top left corner.