List updated on 23 April 2019In this post we want to collect all groups for deaf and hearing impaired. They range from support groups, to groups that talk about technology, sports, leisure, recreational activities. We would like to try to be as complete and comprehensive as possible so if you do not have one you know, let us know.
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Updated list: 21st April 2019 – 18:23
Here is the updated list of Facebook groups for the blind and visually impaired.
They are in alphabetical order and there is a total of 91 groups. The groups range from support, tech advice to groups specific to eye conditions. I know there are many other groups out there, so if you have a group that isn’t on the list, please let me know and I will add it to the list.
The list was taken from the page Blind Awareness, after asking permission to the Page manager.
The advice given here will help you feel confident about guiding a person with sight loss:
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