Blogs
Coping in Extraordinary Times
Beacon's Technology Innovations Manager Matt Harrison, who lives with sight loss himself, shares his thoughts on how to cope during self isolation. We are living in unprecedented times. Even during the war when movement was restricted, we were still able to mix...
“I feel comfortable when at Beacon because the atmosphere is supportive and friendly.”
Beacon Service User, Joan Ansell, shares with us her story and the positive impact Beacon has had on her life. Joan is supported at our centre in Stourbridge and takes part in a range of activities such as arts & crafts, gardening and lot’s more. Before Joan was...
Draw Date 23/12/2019
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Draw Date 10/12/2019
Runners smash football marathon for Beacon
Two referees ran a whole marathon from Molineux to the Hawthorns on Saturday (November 30) whilst passing non-league grounds to help raise funds for Beacon. The Whistle Foundation, a local charitable group, wanted to mark the upcoming two-year anniversary of the...
Draw Date 03/12/2019
“Everybody should volunteer because it’s satisfying and rewarding in its own way”.
Andrew has been volunteering in our Sedgley retail shop for over seven years and helps put all donated books onto shelves. Born in Wolverhampton, Andrew has worked for British Steel now known as Tata Steel for over 20 years as a material control officer. After being...
Draw Date 26.11.2019
“Thank you for giving me a boost and newfound optimism.”
Lesley is a participant on the BBO Bridges project which helps those living with sight loss and other disabilities realise their full potential and support them through their journey – whatever their aims. Lesley has been on the project since February and has grown in...