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About our support groups
Would you like support from a group of like-minded people?
Peer support groups
We currently have a mixture of groups meeting face to face and/or via our telephone conference calling system. Either way its a wonderful way for people affected by macular disease to make friends and grow in confidence.
Macular Society Support Group agreement 2023
About our support groups
Thank you so much for setting up a Macular Society Support Group. We know that the only way to Beat Macular Disease is together. Whilst we fund research to ultimately find a cure, our groups are a vital way to provide social and peer support to people affected by macular disease, their families and carers.
Macular Society Support Group Terms of Reference (for virtual groups and other informal groups)
About our support groups
The Macular Society aims are to Beat Macular Disease by finding a cure and offering the best advice and support to people affected by macular disease. Our groups provide valuable social and peer support to people affected by macular disease, their families and carers.
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About our support groups
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Peer support group leader contact form
About our support groups
Your role as group leader is very important in helping people who have macular conditions. From time to time others will ask us for your contact details so they can contact your group. We want to share your contact details only as you would like us to. Please complete the form below to let us know how you are happy for us to share your details.
Macular Society Support Group 2022 End of Year Financial Return
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Winter Warmers
Would you like support from a group of like-minded people?
The Winter Warmer programme has been temporarily suspended while we explore new teleconference calling platforms.
Online condition-specific groups
Would you like support from a group of like-minded people?
Age-related macular degeneration is the largest type of macular disease in the UK today but, there are other types of macular disease that affect people on a daily basis. These conditions are much rarer and it is unlikely that you will meet lots of other people living with the condition you may have.
Are you looking for help in your daily life?
Support for you
Living with macular disease can be frustrating, but with the right guidance and support, people can cope very well. Our services can give you the tools to learn more about your condition and to help maintain your independence.
Connect by technology
Are you looking for help in your daily life?
Are you struggling to use your smart device or get online? One of our Connect by Tech volunteers might be able to help with questions like ‘How can I get Alexa to find my favourite music?’ to ‘I want to surprise my daughter with a video call on her birthday’. They can also help with using other useful web-based services, such as online shopping, reading recipes and listening to audiobooks.