Information for the aged care and health sectors

Are you involved in caring for people who are blind, partially sighted or deafblind?

Optometrists, nurses, ophthalmologists, medical support staff, rehabilitation workers, general practitioners, retirement village or rest home staff or tertiary students studying to be part of the health sector need to be aware of blindness and how to assist a blind, partially sighted or deafblind person. We are eager to work with you to improve outcomes for New Zealanders affected by low vision.

Find out more about making aged care facilities accessible.

Find out more about RNZFB helping you meet your requirements as an aged care facility.

Download the RNZFB Information Pack for Aged Care Facility Managers.

The RNZFB Information Pack for Aged Care Facility Managers is part of an education programme for aged care facility staff that is being piloted in the Auckland region. The pilot programme will be assessed, revised, then promoted nationwide. Contact Education Manager Lauren Williams on lwilliams@rnzfb.org.nz or 0800 24 33 33 ext. 6961 for details

front cover of the RNZFB Information Pack For Aged Care Facility Managers

We are eager to work with you to improve outcomes for New Zealanders affected by low vision.

Learn about blindness and different types of eye conditions.

Find out some tips for eye care.

Discover what makes information accessible.

Learn more about guide dogs.

For more information phone 0800 24 33 33 option one or email general@rnzfb.org.nz

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