What’ Happening!

 

Weekly Meetings:

Bedford Hall 1.30pm – 3.00pm each Wednesday.  Please arrive at 1.00pm for tea and coffee.

 

At our next meeting on Wednesday, 23^rd April, we will be having a workshop on Investing and Saving, which will be presented by The Money Charity.

 

Activities for April:

1. Audio Book Club – Tuesdays
2. Weekly meetings – Wednesdays
3. Kick Boxing – Wednesdays and Thursdays
4. Braille Tutorial – Please note there will not be any Braille on Friday 18^th April as this is Good Friday, a Bank Holiday.

 

Fundraising Events:

1. Bake Sale – Thursday 24^th April
2. The Big Give Sale – Thursday 22^nd May

Please donate items for our sale.

 

Excursions:

Tuesday 20^th May – Eastbourne

Tuesday 17^th June – Crystal Palace

 

Benefits Reform:

RNIB has created an information page with links to participate. Click here – Changes to benefits and employment support I find info about what you need to know | RNIB

 

Dr Peter’s Corner:

Please see attached detailed slides and explanations on Diabetes and the Eyes (Part 1).  Dr Peter is happy to answer any questions you may have regarding this subject.

 

Job Fairs:

1. In collaboration with DWP, Croydon College will be holding a Job Fair on Thursday 17^th April from 10.00am to 2.30pm. Please try to attend if you are able.
2. Croydon College will also have a Health and Wellbeing Fair on Wednesday 30^th April. More information to follow.
3. The next Job Fair for Croydon Vision will be on Wednesday 18^th June 2025. Please put this date in your diary.

 

Fundraising Events:

1. Bake Sale – Many thanks for the support given last week Thursday for our bake sale. We have reached our target of £300.00 with some additional donations today. 

 

2. The Big Give Sale – Thursday 22^nd May

Please donate your unwanted items that are still in good condition.

 

Other Fundraising:

Our very own, Sarah, Member Liaison Officer, will be doing a sponsored walk for Croydon Vision, in conjunction with Rotary Selsdon and Sanderstead on Saturday 17^th May 2025. This will be part of a number of special moments for us to celebrate World Accessibility Day on Thursday 15^th May 2025. Any size donation will be greatly appreciated; you can give at Reception or donate via our just giving page on – https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/croydonvision.

Please join us in our relentless commitment to access and accessibility!

 

Excursions:

Tuesday 20^th May – Eastbourne

Tuesday 17^th June – Crystal Palace

 

Benefits Reform:

RNIB has created an information page with links to participate. Click here – Changes to benefits and employment support I find info about what you need to know | RNIB

 

Job Fair:

1. Croydon Vision will be on Wednesday 18^th June 2025. Please put this date in your diary.

 

 

Vacancies:

“Education Projects Administrator” at Thomas Pocklington Trust.
Salary: Living wage post depending on location
Contract: Fixed term up to 9 months, 36 hours per week
Closing date: Monday 28 April 2025 at 9 am
Interview date:  13 May 2025
For more information about the role and how to apply, visit the link   https://www.pocklington.org.uk/about-us/workattpt/ 

 

 

Volunteering Role:

Please also see attached different volunteering roles at CR8.

Please contact them directly for more information.

 

Podcast:

Please listen to our latest podcast with one of our Working Age Group Member.

Podcast Link:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ilZDK2c7IpHolTy1GvQBe?si=u0iKgEfgQrGlDLJ5JVJ0yQ

 

 

Kick Boxing Update:

Please note that kickboxing for the working age will be on a Wednesday and Thursday afternoon from 3.15pm – 4.15pm until further notice. 

 

Book a session – 07395 247699, 020 8688 2486

Email – ancella.george@croydonvision.org.uk

 

We provide the following services:

1. Career coaching and CV writing
2. Counselling service
3. Tech advice
4. Home visits
5. Volunteering – we are actively looking for Volunteers.
6. Form filling – PIP etc.