Dorset Blind Association

Exciting Announcement! We’re thrilled to launch the 9th Annual Dorset Blind Association Motor Show, taking place at Lulworth Estate on Sunday, May 18th, 2025. After welcoming over 6,000 visitors and showcasing more than 250 stunning vehicles last year, this year's event promises to be even bigger. Car bookings are now LIVE! Classic, supercar, and unique vehicle owners are invited to secure their spots early—spaces fill up fast. We’re also proud to welcome back our Platinum Sponsor, Blue Sky Financial Planning, for the 3rd year running. Their continued support helps us make this event possible, raising vital funds for those living with sight loss across Dorset. To book your vehicle or learn more, visit our Facebook event page or contact us directly. #DBAMotorShow2025 #CarShow #DorsetEvents #ClassicCars #Supercars #BlueSkyFinancial #CharitySupport #SightLoss #CommunitySupport

Catch Lynne on BBC Radio Solent! If you missed it, our wonderful trustee Lynne appeared on BBC Dorset this morning. She shared her thoughts on Chris McCausland's incredible performance on BBC Strictly Come Dancing this weekend Her interview starts at 53:50 minutes in. Don’t miss it! https://lnkd.in/eDJtCTyw Thank you for tuning in and supporting our community! #DorsetBlindAssociation #ChrisMcCausland #Inclusion #StrictlyComeDancing

Ferndown Town Mayor Celebrates Local Hero’s Fundraising Efforts at Dorset Blind Association Social Club We were thrilled to welcome Ferndown Town Mayor, Terry Cordery, Town Clerk Liz Bishop, and Jane Benton from Ferndown Town Council to our Ferndown Social Club last week. They joined us to celebrate Margaret, one of our amazing members, who has raised over £500 by selling her handmade cards and jewellery! Despite her own visual impairment, Margaret’s hard work is helping keep the club running smoothly. The special guests presented Margaret with a bouquet of flowers as a token of appreciation for her contribution. The visit also provided an opportunity for the Mayor and Town Council members to meet with the club’s attendees, learn more about our services, and witness first-hand the supportive and welcoming community our amazing volunteers at Ferndown have created. A huge thank you to Margaret and to the Mayor and team for their visit and support! We’re also looking for volunteer drivers to help transport our members to the Ferndown club which meets fortnightly on a Tuesday. If you can help, or if you or someone you know could benefit from our services, please get in touch. Contact Gemma@dorsetblind.org.uk if you can help. Your support makes a world of difference to visually impaired people in our community #DorsetBlindAssociation #FerndownSocialClub #VolunteerDrivers #CommunitySupport #FundraisingHero #VisuallyImpaired #SupportLocal #TogetherWeCan

Save the Date! We're thrilled to announce that next year's Motor Show will take place on Sunday, May 18th, 2025! Mark your calendars for another unforgettable day of stunning cars, fantastic entertainment, and supporting the Dorset Blind Association at the stunning Lulworth Estate . Stay tuned for more details – we can't wait to see you there! #DBAMotorShow2025 #SaveTheDate #DorsetBlindAssociation #MotorShow #CarShow #CommunityEvent #SupportLocalCharities #lulworthcastle

It was an absolute pleasure to attend Blue Sky Financial Planning Ltd's quarterly meeting yesterday. What a lovely opportunity to reflect on this year's highlights from our Motor Show, where Blue Sky has been the Platinum Sponsor for the past two years. Their participation has been invaluable in helping us exceed our fundraising goals, making a significant impact on the lives of visually impaired people in our community. We are deeply grateful for their continued support and commitment to raising awareness about our charity.

Watch the highlights from our amazing day with Amar Latif OBE and Land & Wave! From the steep hike to the exhilarating abseil and climb, this video captures the spirit and determination of everyone involved. Feel the inspiration and see how Verity raised over £600 for Dorset Blind Association. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/eWjmRqmD There's still time to donate: https://lnkd.in/e6n9xzpT #DorsetBlindAssociation #InspirationInAction #Adventure #CharityChallenge #LandAndWave

Exciting News! We are thrilled to announce that thanks to a generous £36,000 grant from Dorset Freemasonry, the Dorset Blind Association will be able to provide essential support and services to over 500 blind and visually impaired individuals across Dorset. This funding will help us continue our mission to relieve loneliness and social isolation by supporting over 20 social and activity clubs for older blind individuals. These clubs are vital for creating a safe and supportive environment where members can connect, share experiences, and build friendships. The grant will cover venue hire, transport, and entertainment costs, ensuring our clubs can thrive for the next three years. Our CEO, Jonathan Holyhead, shared, "We’re immensely grateful to Dorset Freemasons for their generous support. This grant will allow us to relieve the loneliness and isolation that is all too common among blind and visually impaired people. Our charity provides help and support in ways that make a real, positive difference in those people’s lives.” Stephen James from Dorset Freemasons added, “I’m very pleased we’ve been able to help the Dorset Blind Association with their hugely important project among visually impaired people from our community. Sadly, loneliness and isolation are all too common among people who have lost their sight, and it’s great that this wonderful charity is able to organise regular social activities and entertainment for them on a long-term basis.” At Dorset Blind Association, we are committed to providing lifelong, tailored support to our members, ensuring they stay happy and healthy despite the challenges of sight loss. This grant is a testament to the power of community support and the incredible difference it can make in people’s lives. We were pleased to welcome Stephen James along to our Weymouth social group last week to meet some of the members who will benefit from this funding. Thank you for your ongoing support! Learn more about our work and how you can get involved: www.dorsetblind.org.uk #CommunitySupport #DorsetBlindAssociation #DorsetFreemasons #Charity #SupportBlind #EndIsolation #SocialImpact

🚨 Tomorrow’s the Day! 🚨 The excitement is building as we count down the hours to our incredible coasteering adventure with Amar Latif OBE and Land & Wave Tomorrow, Amar Latif, the inspiring TV presenter from "Travelling Blind," will conquer the stunning Jurassic Coast. He'll be guided through an exhilarating coasteering session— completing the rocky course of jumps, swims and scrambles, relying on touch, smell and hearing to find his way! And the amazing Verity from Land & Wave will join him blindfolded, experiencing the world just as Amar does. As well as demonstrating that adventure CAN be accessible to all, this event aims to raise awareness and funds for Dorset Blind Association. Every donation helps us provide vital services and support for visually impaired individuals across Dorset. 🙌💙 It's not too late to make a difference! Please share and help raise funds for DBA. Donate here: https://lnkd.in/e6n9xzpT 🎥 There will be footage of all the action and interviews with Amar and Verity, so stay tuned for some inspiring footage! Join us in cheering them on and help us spread the word by sharing this post! Together, we can make a real impact. 💪💙 #DorsetBlindAssociation #LandAndWave #AmarLatif #CoasteeringForACause #BlindAwareness #AdventureAwaits #JustGiving

🎥 Relive the excitement of our incredible 2024 Motor Show with this highlight video! It's hard to believe it's been three weeks since the event, and we are still buzzing with joy. Thanks to the amazing support from our sponsors, exhibitors, volunteers, and all 6,000 attendees, we raised almost £30k for the Dorset Blind Association! Check out the video to see some of the best moments from the day. Thank you to everyone who made this possible – we couldn't have done it without you! ✨ 🎬 https://lnkd.in/eBk5i39R #DBAMotorShow2024 #DorsetBlindAssociation #CharityEvent #ThankYou #Highlights #CarShow #CommunitySupport #dbamotorshow2024 #FamilyFun #greatdaysout #dorsetdaysout #lulworthcastle #blueskyfinancialplanning #daizuninvestments #classiccars #supercars #fusionwifi #chameleonvideo

🚨 Just One Week to Go! 🚨 In just one week, Amar Latif OBE, the inspiring TV presenter and public speaker, will join forces with Land & Wave to take on a thrilling coasteering challenge along the beautiful Jurassic Coast—all in support of Dorset Blind Association! 🗓️ Date: 22nd June Amar, known for his amazing BBC documentary "Travelling Blind," will be guided through a rocky course of jumps, swims and scrambles! And that's not all—one of Land & Wave’s fearless instructors, Verity, will join Amar while blindfolded to truly experience the world as he does. 🌊🧗♀️ We need your support! 💙 Please share to help raise awareness and funds. There is a Just Giving page to help raise money in this challenge. Every donation counts and goes directly to providing essential services and support for our members. Click the link below to donate and help us reach our goal! https://lnkd.in/e6n9xzpT 🎥 Stay tuned as we’ll be capturing all the action on film, including interviews with Amar and Verity, to bring you along on this incredible journey. Spread the word, share this post, and let’s make waves together! 🌊💙 #DorsetBlindAssociation #dorsetblind #LandAndWave #AmarLatif #CoasteeringForACause #BlindAwareness #AdventureAwaits #JustGiving #Fundraising #fundraiserevent