AbilityNet offers free digital help for disabled and older people, their families, carers, and employers, through their network of volunteers.
Volunteers are all DBS-checked and are happy to deal with any tech problems you may be having.
They provide:
- Home visits
- Easy guides and videos
- Help using accessibility tools
To find out more, email enquiries@abilitynet.org.uk or call 0800 048 7642.
Digital support for the visually impaired
Henshaws Digital Enablement Service helps visually impaired people get connected with tech.
Through assessments and training, their Digital Enablement team are there to find tech solutions regardless of sight level, age, or technical ability.
These may include:
- Optical or electronic magnifiers
- Smartphone and tablet devices
- Specialist text-to-speech devices
- Accessibility software for desktop computers and laptops
Following an assessment, Henshaws may be able to offer free one-to-one training sessions with one of their staff or volunteers in Sale, Stretford, Oldham, Bolton or Manchester Central Library.
To find out more or book a free session, call 0300 222 5555 or email info@henshaws.org.uk.
You can also find advice and guidance on the Henshaws website.