Vision Support Barrow & District

Who we are

At Vision Support Barrow and District we support people with sight loss to lead independent lives.  We provide a wide range of services and practical support for them and their families across South West Cumbria.

We provide services to adults, children and young people and we run groups and activities to alleviate isolation and loneliness, build confidence and enhance wellbeing.

Our culture and values

Beneficiaries first - we will always act in the best interests of our charity and our beneficiaries, and this be will an underpinning principle of all that we do.

Integrity - we will always act with integrity, working collectively for the good of our beneficiaries and the charity.  We will be open, honest, and transparent and we will not allow self-interest to stand in our way. 

Accountability - we will be accountable for the organisation we lead, the services we deliver and the impact we have on beneficiaries, the community and on our planet.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

Diversity, equity and inclusion are not only the right thing to do, but they are crucial to the success of the organisation.  We want everyone at Vision Support Barrow and District to be able to bring their whole self to the organisation, whether they are a trustee, employee, volunteer or service user.  We are stronger by being multi-dimensional, rich in different values and life experiences. It makes us better problem solvers, and helps us to be more innovative.

We will:

• treat everyone equitably 
• celebrate difference
• welcome you fully