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New research suggests rules for sight loss registration are 'not fit for purpose'.

In a new framework document, Pocklington and eleven professional bodies call for lighting to be acknowledged as a vital aid for sight and to be a routine consideration in health and social care and housing.

The latest in our Good Practice Guide series is just published, entitled 'Good Housing Design - Lighting: a practical guide to improving lighting in existing homes'

Our newly published Annual Review outlines our achievements and activities during the year 2008/09. It also sets out some of our objectives for the year ahead.

A series of one day training courses will enable rehabilitation workers, occupational therapists and housing officers to undertake full lighting audits and develop a detailed specification for lighting adaptations.

Our new study finds that occupational therapists' training in sight loss has been and remains a low priority but that therapists want more training to respond to the needs of older patients.

New study confirms sight loss is an emotional trauma but support is seriously neglected.

In our latest Good Practice Guide, learn how to make home improvements count - six easy steps to safe homes for older people with sight loss.

Balham Resource Centre's Talking News team has won the Community Award from the Balham and Tooting Community Association.

This booklet has been produced by Thomas Pocklington Trust and RNIB. It seeks to demonstrate good lighting practice by giving ideas, hints and tips on how to light your home more effectively.

New research identifies those most vulnerable to undetected sight loss and suggests ways that GPs and practice nurses could help reach those at risk.

New study exposes failings in long-term support for sight loss

Eye Care for People from Black and Minority Ethnic Communities - New Guide highlights need for long-term projects

New research reveals that mental health professionals fail to recognise the importance of sight loss in dementia.

Thomas Pocklington Trust celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2008.