Mental wellbeing advice hub

THE Royal National Institute of Blind People has launched a range of mental health guides for blind and partially sighted people for Mental Health Awareness Week (between May 10 and 16).

The guides offer advice and information on many mental health-related topics, such as loneliness, sleep difficulties, resilience and mindfulness, and are downloadable from the Mental Health hub on RNIB’s website or via RNIB’s Helpline.

The charity estimates there are 163,000 people living with sight loss across the East Midlands and says many will be facing unique wellbeing challenges as a result of lockdown easing.

Amanda Hawkins, Strategic Lead for Counselling at RNIB, said:

“Whether you’re struggling with feelings of isolation and need to speak to someone, or you just want some tips on how to maintain your mental health, our hub has the information and advice you might need.”

Support offered by RNIB also includes free telephone ‘Wellbeing Check In’ sessions with a specialist counsellor. Call 0303 123 9999.