Frequently Asked Questions

Is there any equipment to help me now that I am sight impaired?

Yes. There is a wide range of inexpensive equipment available and in some instances you could be eligible for equipment free of charge. Visit one of our Resource Rooms situated in Maidstone, Bromley and Canterbury to see demonstrations of equipment from our permanent displays. Alternatively ring your local KAB Rehabilitation Team to discuss your needs.

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My spectacles no longer help. Is there anything else that will help with reading?

First of all try improving your lighting. A KAB Rehabilitation Worker can discuss with you the best types of lighting for your particular situation. We also able to demonstrate a wide range of handheld and stand magnifiers at our Resource Rooms. If appropriate you can also be referred to a Low Vision Clinic, where reading aids are loaned, free of charge. KAB is also able to demonstrate electronic reading aids when conventional magnifiers are no longer powerful enough.

With my current magnifier I can only see a couple of letters at a time. Where can I obtain a larger, stronger magnifier?

If your sight changes you should request a review of your needs from a KAB Rehabilitation Worker. However, as the lenses in magnifiers increase in strength, they also increase in thickness. Therefore, as the power gets stronger the magnifier gets heavier. So it's impossible to have a very strong magnifier that covers a large area as it would be too heavy to use! There are several other options, such as electronic reading aids. Make an appointment to visit one of our local KAB Resource Rooms to get advice.

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I sometimes burn myself when cooking and overfill cups when pouring. Is there anything to help?

Yes. There are some very simple solutions and gadgets to help keep you safe with all kinds of kitchen skills such as liquid level indicators. Make an appointment at one of our Resource Rooms for a demonstration.

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I want to buy a present for a blind friend. Where can I get something appropriate?

Visit one of our Resource Rooms to view a permanent display of low cost everyday living products such as large playing cards, clocks and watches, and puzzle books.