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Two photos side by side. One shows four golfers stood behind a KAB large display stand, beside the pro golfer Matt ford, on the golf course. the other shows a man about to tee off and smiling to camera whilst wearing the simi-specs.

Golf for Good

18th September 2026

The 2026 Bearsted Golf Day was a huge success and our thanks go to our sponsors and the fabulous golfers for their generosity.

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Peter smiles in this central photo. Either side are two photos. One shows him using his CCTV magnifier, laying a birthday card on the machine and the screen enlarges it. The other shows him using a handheld magnifier on a notepad.

Never give up on the things you love

9th September 2026

For Peter, words are his life. A journalist since the age of 18, he has spent decades writing, reporting and reading. Since losing his sight, this has become difficult – until a CCTV changed his life!

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Volunteer Sally close to client Jo and smiling to camera.

More than volunteering – making friends

9th September 2026

Sally tells us about her 10 years volunteering for KAB. As a volunteer befriender, Sally is currently befriending her sixth client, who is an inspiration to her.

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Ray-Ban glasses appear above the text Meta AI glasses. Either side are two pictures. One shows a lady wearing the glasses and reading a book. The other shows a man wearing the sunglasses and smiling.

Life-changing AI glasses

9th September 2026

Life-changing AI glasses by Meta are helping people with a sight impairment live more independently

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Photos of Nicky walking along the path with her long cane and one smiling to camera.

Rebuilding confidence after sudden sight loss

10th July 2026

Four years ago, Nicky woke with a terrible headache and sickness. Within hours, she had lost her sight. “It was terrifying,” she recalls. “I couldn’t see anything. I was in total

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A collage of photos from the 2026 awards, showing the winners and finalists.

2026 Heart of KAB Awards

25th June 2026

2026 Heart of KAB Awards Our Heart of KAB Awards is the highlight of our year. It’s such an honour to hear about the achievements of people we’ve supported. The night

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