Oxfordshire Association For The Blind

GET FIT FOR SUMMER - PILATES AT OAB - starting 15th May, 12noon for 1 hour to commit to 6 sessions initially, every Wednesday. Cost £30 for 6 sessions, these are subsidised sessions for visually impaired people. Bring your own pilates mat which will need to be 10-15mm thick, a medical questionnaire will need to be filled out prior to session 1. If you’d like to book or find out more please contact Mark Upton on 01865 725595 or email markupton@oxeyes.org.uk

The latest of our wonderful supporters raising money for OAB at Bike Oxford this year

Judith Wood - R.I.P. It is with deep regret that Oxfordshire Association for the Blind announce the recent death of Judith Wood, BCAh, their Senior Sight Advisor and long term specialist Counsellor. Judith, herself visually impaired, worked tirelessly at the county charity for over 25 years providing support and counselling to those affected by sight loss. In July 2018 in recognition of her long term commitment to her work, she was awarded with a Certificate of Honour at ...The British Citizen Awards. Last summer also saw her receive a Professional Award at BBC 4’s All In The Mind Award ceremony. Following a short illness at the end of 2018 Judith passed away on Thursday 17th April. David Warr, Chairman of Oxfordshire Association for the Blind comments: “Judith was an asset to our charity and over the past 25 years has helped several thousands of people in Oxfordshire come to terms with the shock and upset caused by vision loss through her specialist counselling skills. It will be our mission to carry on Judith’s legacy and continue to provide this support. Her big personality and warm heart will be missed by our staff, volunteers and our clients.” Pictured here with Dame Kelly Holmes receiving her award in 2018
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Paul and Andy are riding Bike Oxford in May for Oxfordshire Association for the Blind - Go Team Where's Molly - support his fundraising efforts if you can. Thanks a million.

Great Good Friday Fun - saw 3 tandem teams and a solo cyclist in training for Bike Oxford taking place in May - they are doing this to fundraise for OAB. Thanks to Cowley Road Condors Cycling Club for their help on the morning and Donald Frazer from Bike Oxford for popping along. Wheelsforall

OAB in training for Bike Oxford.
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Spring Sailing Starts Tuesday 16th April. Every Tuesday evening from 16th April onwards sailing with organisers - Sailability - will be taking place at Farmoor Reservoir. If you've not tried it before - give it a go - fun and friendly crowd and expert tuition. Lifts are available for those interested from OAB at Bradbury Lodge. Contact Guy for more details. GuyLawfull@oxeyes.org.uk http://www.oxfordsailing.club/sailabilty< br>

Two More Days to Go - here at OAB on Thursday 11th April from 10am till noon - its Easter Fun Time for Kids and Big Kids! : Heaps of fun - making and baking - all Easter Themed stuff and there will be plenty of chocolate! Siblings and family welcome. Don't miss out on the Easter madness and Contact Laura if you're coming along to this.

Back by popular demand! Ice Skating with OAB at Oxford Ice Rink - Wednesday 29th May 10am-11.30am Contact Laura to book - 01865 725595

Pilates at OAB starting 15th May, 12noon for 1 hour to commit to 6 sessions initially, every Wednesday. Cost £30 for 6 sessions, these are subsidised sessions for visually impaired people.
You will need to bring your own pilates mat which will need to be 10-15mm thick, a medical questionnaire will need to be filled out prior to session 1.
If you’d like to book or find out more please contact Mark Upton on 01865 725595 or email markupton@oxeyes.org.uk spaces are limited.

Nathan Tree our client services adviser has appeared in an inspiring video produced by the R.N.I.B. focusing on VI people in the workplace. Watch it here. https://tinyurl.com/y2v9pz2q