We’re delighted to announce that Baum UK will be visiting NCBI, showing their latest in portable magnification solutions, Braille displays and Notetakers. Where: NCBI Rehabilitation training Centre, Whitworth Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9. When: Wednesday November 15th, 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. No appointment necessary, just drop in on the day! Available devices on …Read More about Baum UK show their latest technology in NCBI on November 15th!
Death of our colleague Gerard Byrne
All of us in NCBI are deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden death of our colleague and friend Gerard Byrne. Gerard passed away at his home in Lucan on Saturday 14th October and his funeral takes place on Thursday 19th October at 11.30am in St. Teresa’s Church, Clarendon Street, followed by burial at Glasnevin …Read More about Death of our colleague Gerard Byrne
Taoiseach launches third level education bursary for students with sight loss on World Sight Day
An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar, launched a new bursary programme for third level students who are blind or vision impaired today, on World Sight Day, Thursday 12th October. The bursary is funded by the National Council for the Blind of Ireland (NCBI). Speaking today the Taoiseach said: “In a Republic of Opportunity, it’s important for us …Read More about Taoiseach launches third level education bursary for students with sight loss on World Sight Day
Feast your imagination, not your eyes with Dine in the Dark from the National Council for the Blind
Press Release 9th October 2017 For Immediate Release The National Council for the Blind of Ireland (NCBI) launched its second annual national Dine in the Dark week at an exclusive event in The Dylan Hotel last night, Monday 9th October. From 5th – 12th November, restaurants all over the country will Dine in the Dark …Read More about Feast your imagination, not your eyes with Dine in the Dark from the National Council for the Blind
Put your brain to good use for NCBI’s National Table Quiz
Media Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The National Council for the Blind of Ireland’s (NCBI) National Table Quiz will provide Braille, audio and large print books for people who are blind or vision impaired. This is the only national quiz in the country. The quiz is now in its third year, with heats taking place throughout …Read More about Put your brain to good use for NCBI’s National Table Quiz
Budget 2018 – how it affects people with impaired vision
Income Telephone allowance of €2.50/week for those on fuel allowance and living alone allowance. No discussion of what kind of phone this would cover. Increase in Disability Payments of €5/week •Extend the fuel allowance season by 1 week. Increased funding for the Free Travel Scheme Health Prescription charge for those on the medical card reduced …Read More about Budget 2018 – how it affects people with impaired vision
Be My Eyes App….now available in Android
Android users rejoice! : The Be My Eyes app is now available for Android. NCBI helped spread the word about the app when it was only available in the App Store so it’s great to see it’s now available to Android users too. The app lets sighted volunteers lend their eyes to blind and vision …Read More about Be My Eyes App….now available in Android
National Advocacy Meeting on October 14th
On October 14th in Wynn’s Hotel, Dublin from 12.00pm to 3.00pm a national advocacy meeting will take place to conclude the many regional meeting which have been happening nationwide. At the meeting on the 14th we will: Outline NCBI’s new approach to advocacy and the outcomes of recent consultations. Issue an invitation to join the …Read More about National Advocacy Meeting on October 14th
Model trains ,tractors and trams at Letterkenny exhibition
The first ever model transport show in aid of the NCBI is taking place in Letterkenny this coming Sunday ( October 8th ) . The show, which is taking place in the Radisson Blu Hotel from 10am, is being organised by well known business man Raymond Holmes from Raphoe, together with Fintan Smith whose Sister …Read More about Model trains ,tractors and trams at Letterkenny exhibition
NCBI children’s services survey
Are you interested in taking part in an online survey in relation to NCBI’s services? If so, click through the appropriate link below. Professionals: https://edinburgh.onlinesurveys.ac.uk/national-council-for-the-blind-ireland-ncbi-children-and-5 Parents: https://edinburgh.onlinesurveys.ac.uk/national-council-for-the-blind-ireland-ncbi-children-and-4