Max’s
Sightline Story
I am so grateful to have heard about the Sightline service; I wish I’d have had it in my life sooner.
My ROVI (Rehabilitation Officer for people with Visual Impairment) recommended reaching out to the telephone befriending service so I did which was back in July this year.
Fast forward to today and my calls with Jack are the absolute highlight of my week. We’re both close in age, both married and have families so enjoy sharing stories of family life. Our kids are similar in age too so we’re always talking about life with a teenager – the usual moaning about WiFi speed not being fast enough that kind of thing.
My befriender is a great listener and is always keen to know how I am from the last time we spoke. I have several other health issues and he’s so lovely asking for health updates each week.
Jack is a natural befriender – he’s such a good listener.
Jack is a natural befriender – he’s such a good listener. We’re always laughing about one thing or another too. I enjoy listening to podcasts so we’re always sharing recommendations what to try.
I’d whole heartedly recommend the Sightline service to others who are sight impaired. I’ve found it a complete tonic for my soul and look forward to the call every week.
Names have been changed to protect identities.
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