Definition: A static or mobile place where technological aids and equipment are available variously to view, try out and purchase.
Category: technology
Credit: WCB
Source:
WCB
Last Updated: 10th of September 2024
Services mentioning Resource centre
We provide support for people to use a range of
technology including mobile phones, tablets, smart speakers and other technical devices either in our
Resource Centre in Jones Court, Cardiff, a local community venue or in your own home. We also provide support over the telephone. We cater for people at all skill levels and you do not need to be registered blind or partially sighted. There is no
charge for this service which can also be provided over the telephone.
Coed Brân Day Service (formerly Swansea Vale
Resource Centre) provides daytime support for adults (19+) with learning, physical, or sensory
disabilities, including epilepsy. (Nb. It no longer houses aids and equipment for people with sight loss. For this support contact the Vision
Rehabilitation Specialist for Swansea).
The fully trained staff and volunteers at Vision Support's Halton Sensory Service
Resource Centre alongside
Deafness Resource Centre, supported by Halton Borough Council, are a fully integrated sensory service geared to meeting the diverse needs of people with sensory loss. They demonstrate and sell specialist equipment to help with
daily living. The Resource Centre has a range of information on Vision Support's services and other relevant services available locally and nationally.
Located at 325 High Street in Bangor, the
resource centre is open from 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday. The centre is an invaluable source of
advice, information and practical demonstrations. They have a wide range of equipment on display ranging from magnifiers to mobile phones. Our knowledgeable staff and volunteers are on hand to demonstrate and advise on their use.
We have a wide range of specialised products in our
Resource Centre (located in our charity shop in Blackwood) from talking watches, large print diaries and calendars and much more. Our experienced and helpful staff will demonstrate the equipment which can help in everyday tasks.
Resource centre run by Sight Life. It contains the latest aids, gadgets and information for
vi people, and all the equipment is sold at concessionary prices. Staff and volunteers are always on hand to advise and assist, but you are also welcome just to browse around.
Transport can be arranged if required.
