Local support groups
Our groups offer a warm, supportive space for people with macular disease, their families and friends. They’re a welcoming and compassionate place a find support, build confidence and connect with others. And, of course, it’s a chance to make new friends who really understand what sight loss is like.
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Artists Telephone Support Group
Change of regular meeting date for December 2025, will meet on 19 December instead.
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Telford Support Group
Second Wednesday of the month 1.30pm to 3.30pm at Methodist Church
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Thanet Support Group
Meet on the third Monday of the month, 10am - 12noon at Lester's Public House
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Wales Telephone Support Group
Virtual Telephone Group Only. Calls take place on the first Wednesday every month, 11am to 12pm at Virtual Only
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Walton-on-Thames Support Group
Meets on the third Wednesday of the month from 1.30 - 3.30pm at Walton Village Pub
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Please note that some of our local groups meet via telephone conference call while some are meeting in person. Please call to check whether a groups is meeting in person before you set out for a meeting. To join a group, or confirm if a specific group is meeting face to face or by telephone, please phone our volunteer and group support team on 01264 560 259.
Find out more about our support groups, including telephone groups and those for working age and young people. There are also online support groups specific to particular types of macular disease.
Other support services
We provide free information and support to those with macular disease, along with their family and friends, to help people keep their independence.
Online condition-specific groups
Join an online community of people with the same type of macular disease as you, share experiences and learn something new.