A computer game which has been shown to improve functional vision in children with partial visual field loss, is now fully compatible with mobile devices. Eyelander was developed by the University of Lincoln together with the WESC Fo...
A talking till developed by WESC Foundation has been nominated for a national award. The audible point of sale (APOS) till – which can be operated independently by users with visual impairment and other disabilities – has been r...
A care home in Exeter has been rated “Outstanding” following an inspection by national regulators the Care Quality Commission (CQC) according to a recent-published report St David’s House provides specialist residential care for up t...
St David’s House residential care home and our supported living accommodation remain open, and people who normally live and receive support in those parts of our provision will continue to do so. The WESC Foundation school and college is...
Everybody has something to offer WESC, so I would strongly recommend anyone thinking about volunteering to come to meet the children and staff and find out how they can contribute. If you have a gap in your life or you’d like to learn a new skill or meet like-minded people, then please come and join us!
Angie, Volunteer - at WESC Foundation
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Was clapping like mad in my garden tonight for all the care staff, education staff and support staff at WESC Foundation who are supporting our young people on site and at home. I couldn’t be prouder of my staff team and how they are working so hard and also looking out for each other. I’m very lucky to have the privilege to lead this organisation. Much love to you all and thank you. Jane ...
Sadly (but perhaps unexpectedly) we have had to postpone our annual fundraising golf day at Exeter Golf and Country Club due to the current COVID-19 situation and Government instructions to stay at home.
It's tough news as the event usually raises between £5,000 and £7,000 for our charity's work and makes it possible to do more incredible things for our young people.
Fingers crossed that we'll be back on the fairway soon 😀
IMAGE: Closeup of a golf ball on the green. WESC Foundation charity golf day postponed. ...
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In amongst the sadness of cancelled fundraising events and closed charity shops it's great to share the positive news that our flash and exciting talking till has been shortlisted for a Natspec Award!
This groundbreaking piece of equipment allows more people with visual impairments and other disabilities to access a touch screen till.
IMAGE: WESC Foundation volunteer using a touch screen till in the WESC Foundation Charity Shops.
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