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.
Find your local support group
Shoreham By Sea Support Group
Meets the second Tuesday of the month 10am to 12pm at 4sight Vision Support
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Shrewsbury Support Group
Meet on the 3rd Monday of the month from 1.00-3.00PM at St Nicholas Hall
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Skye & Lochalsh Support Group
Conference calls take place on the fourth Thursday of each month, at 2pm. Please call 01264 560 259 for details of how to join. at Meeting virtually
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Sleaford Macular Society Support Group
Meets first Friday of every month at 10am – 12pm (Not January or August) at Interflora House
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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.