Description
Blind Veterans UK, established in 1915 under the name St Dunstan's, is the UK's national charity providing lifelong support and rehabilitation to blind ex-Service men and women. Its specialist training and rehabilitation promotes and enables members to regain their independence, meet new challenges and achieve a better quality of life. Blind Veterans UK supports anyone who has served in the Forces who has lost their sight due to war, age, accident or illness and the charity’s duty of care extends to all beneficiaries and their families for life.
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