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Royal National Institute ofthe Blind. (RNIB)

This national voluntary organisation can supply leaflets, booklets, etc on every type of visual handicap, catalogues of aids, etc. Information can be given on benefits, eye conditions, local services, specialist holidays, sports, employment and training.

RNIB Helpline (0845) 766 9999

You can now join as a member which includes a bi-monthly magazine tel 0845 702 3153 for info.

RNIB head office and London walk in resource centre is now near Kings Cross Station at.105 Judd Street WC1H 9NE Tel remains: (0207) 388 1266.

RNIB Customer Services (0845) 7023 153 Email cservice@rnib.org.uk

Fax (0207)7747 Their Portal Web Site is: www.rnib.org.uk OR you can shop online at http://onlineshop.rnib.org.uk/

RNIB 2001 help series 'See for yourself' in all formats - free

RNIB 'News to You' regular update info in all formats - free

RNIB now organise Braille and Moon courses

RNIB rent and sell VHS video tapes with audio described detail for Films. Latest releases are Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone, Bridget Jones's Diary, Capt Corelli's Mandolin and Disney's Atlantis the lost Empire. Contact for full list.

RNIB new free bookl/lets 'Making the most of Lighting' also 'See for Yourself' series 'Lighting'

New RNIB (Oct 2002) products: LP dictionary and atlas, talking or tactile greeting card, "tacti-mark" marker for DIY tactile marking, wall mounted automatic clocks and redesigned vibrating watch: 0845 702 3153

RNIB have published a report on Eye Clinics

RNIB have published a report on Enforcement of the Disability Discrimination Act

RNIB can supply a box for recording index tones on audio tapes using a tape recorders which have a microphone socket - on replay you need a 'cue and review' facility. Cost about £30.

RNIB have published a report on schooling and education of children

RNIB business access guides - 'See it right' available by e-mail

RNIB are now producing custom tactile maps and diagrams to order and ex stock

RNIB's Holiday Guide costs £4.99 in any format - ring customer services

RNIBs Painting from a new perspective costs £9.00 helps new and experienced artists

Web Site for the new RNIB Tiresias Type and Font Faces

The RNIB(Tel: 0845 766 9999) and your Local Voluntary Associationprovide a welfare benefits service