See Differently with the Royal Society for the Blind

See Differently celebrates its 140th anniversary! Hip, hip, hooray! Last week, we marked 140 amazing years of our organisation with a 'Party on the Plains' celebration at our Gilles Plain site. It was heartwarming to see so many smiling faces, laughter, and joy as we came together to celebrate this special milestone. A big thank you to everyone who attended for making it an afternoon to remember! Here’s to many more years of making a difference and inspiring others. #SeeDifferently #140Years #PartyOnThePlains #ThankYou

Missed our recent techFEST event? If you couldn’t make it to techFest, Adelaide's premier technology festival that brings together innovators, businesses, and the community to explore the future of tech, don't worry! You can still explore and shop for the latest in assistive technology online! At See Differently, we offer a wide range of vision technology, including apps, magnifiers, clocks, kitchen scales, and more. Shop from the comfort of your home and find the ideal tools to boost your independence. Visit our online store today and discover the best in assistive technology >> https://lnkd.in/gMMC6CNa [Image description 1: A women doing her make up and using the zoom in assistive technology.] [Image description 2: A women using our assistive technology.] [Image description 3: Zoom in Magnifier.] [Image description 4: Zoom in Screen.] [Image description 5: Brailed board assistive technology.] [Image description 6: Small magnifier.] [Image description 7: Yellow large print keyboard.] #SeeDifferntly #techFEST#Assistivetechnology

Christmas Appeal | Nicole’s Story At 31, Nicole was unexpectedly diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa, a rare genetic condition that affect the retina and leads to vision loss. Turning to See Differently, she accessed a range of products and adaptive technologies to support her everyday life, along with occupational therapy and mobility services. Today, Nicole counts travelling, bushwalking and hiking among her hobbies, which she does with the assistance of canes, encouraged by her See Differently mobility instructor. With your support, South Australians like Nicole can truly see differently. Watch Nicole’s Story >> https://lnkd.in/g4fv7fyj Learn how you can support people living with vision impairment this Christmas >> https://lnkd.in/gkjG8FMZ #ChristmasAppeal#DonateToday #SeeDifferently #140Years #SocialImpact

This Christmas, give the gift of sight and independence! This festive season, you can make a real difference in the lives of South Australian's living with vision impairement. Your donation allows See Differently to support people who are blind and living with low vision to access life changing services, including guide dogs, technology counselling and support to live independently. Help us spread some Christmas cheer and empower South Aussies to see differently. Every bit counts. Donate now >> https://lnkd.in/gkjG8FMZ

Appreciation Post | North Haven School A big thank you to the staff and students at North Haven School for raising $384 for our OPK9 Assistance Dogs! Two of these incredible dogs, Chester and Ace, who are dedicated to supporting veterans in South Australia, also paid a visit to the school alongside See Differently Assistance Dog trainers, Pip and Indigo. The students were given insight into the important work these dogs do. What a fabulous day! Thank you, North Haven Primary School, your dedication will help us continue making a meaningful impact. Feeling inspired to make a difference? If you'd like to learn more about organising your own community fundraiser, click the link to learn how you can get involved >> https://bit.ly/4925GBH [Image Description 1: A group of schoolchildren sitting on the floor while two women stand in front of them, giving a talk.] [Image Description 2: A large display board featuring information about See Differently's Operation K-9 Service Dogs, along with photos of a yellow dog, a black dog, two female dog trainers, and schoolchildren.] #SeeDifferently #GuideDogs #AssistanceDogs #Veterans #CommunityFundraiser

Christmas Appeal | Michael’s Story In 2015, Michael lost his eyesight following an allergic reaction to the antibiotics used during eye surgery. Determined to live life to the fullest, Michael turned to See Differently for support, where he was first paired with his guide dog, Roy, and is now working with his second, Sterling (pictured). For 140 years, we’ve been helping people like Michael see differently and achieve their goals, and we couldn’t do it without you. Your support allows See Differently to be there for South Australians who need us. Watch Michael’s Story >> https://lnkd.in/g9cFUYRd Learn how you can support people living with vision impairment this Christmas >> https://lnkd.in/gkjG8FMZ #ChristmasAppeal#DonateToday #SeeDifferently #140Years #SocialImpact

Exciting News! We are thrilled to share that Daisy Holt, Lead Guide Dogs at See Differently, was recently featured on The Pawsome Companion, a podcast dedicated to making you a better pet owner. In this insightful episode, Daisy shared her expertise on guide dogs and their training, and also brought along Maxi, a retired See Differently guide dog. Ever wondered what's involved in training a guide dog or how to interact with someone who has one? This episode covers it all, including: - The life of a guide dog - How guide dogs are trained - What it’s like to be a guide dog handler - How to respectfully interact with guide dogs and their handlers - And more! Tune in for a heartwarming and educational conversation that expands your understanding of these incredible dogs and the vital role they play in assisting people with visual impairments. Listen now and learn more about the amazing work of See Differently guide dogs! Click here to listen >> https://lnkd.in/gY3zdmvX [Image Description 1:] A woman wearing See Differently shirt, speaking to the camera. [Image Description 2:] A yellow guide dog lying down with a woman smiling in the background. [Image Description 3:] Two women smiling at the camera, with a yellow guide dog standing proudly between them. #SeeDifferently #ThePawsomeCompanion #GuideDogs #Podcast

Appreciation Post | Gawler Auxiliary A huge thank you to the Gawler Auxiliary for their incredible support over the past year! Through their fundraising efforts, which included selling our calendar and badges, collecting bottles and promoting our coin units, they raised an amazing $5,160! This incredible support will help See Differently continue to empower individuals with vision impairment. Here's our Community Fundraising & Events Officer, Wendy, accepting the cheque from a member of the group. Thank you! Want to make a lasting social impact? Consider supporting See Differently by hosting your own community fundraiser or becoming a PupStar to help raise and train the next generation of Guide Dogs. Find out more >> https://lnkd.in/gz8Jkvfb or call 1300 944 306. [Image description 1: Two women holding a cheque and smiling at the camera.] [Image description 2: Two women holding a cheque and looking at the cheque.] #SeeDifferently #GawlerAuxiliary #MakingADifference #GuideDogs #PupStar

Are you an employer looking to hire or support an employee with low vision? The cost isn’t on you! There are funding options available to employers to support inclusive hiring. Our See Differently specialist employment consultants offer: - Identify and source relevant equipment to assist you retain employees - Upgrade workplace environments to assist employees experiencing vision loss - Provide or help you find wage subsidies to support you retain employees - Provide training and support for your existing workforce If you would like to find out more about Employer Support visit the link >>https://lnkd.in/gXC4hykc [Image Description: A women wearing glass, looking at another woman.] #SeeDifferently #EmployerSupport #hiring

Christmas Appeal | YOU can help people with low vision achieve their goals! 140 years of making a difference. At See Differently we’ve been supporting people with blindness and low vision since 1884! It makes us one of South Australia’s oldest and most trusted charities. And we couldn’t do it without the generous support of people like you, who understand that sometimes people need a little care and support to live a full life. Your support allows See Differently to be there for South Australians who need us. See Giving Differently this Christmas. DONATE TODAY >> https://lnkd.in/gkjG8FMZ