Brian Casey, 51, is the low vision worker at N-Vision, Blackpool Fylde and Wyre Society for the Blind. He lost his sight 27-28 years ago to two sports injuries (in footie and squash) a year apart. It was only after the second that he realised he had already lost the sight in one eye. He […]
Defining moment of DIY SOS – for those who care
Quote: “It was like watching a film I didn’t want to see again. I’d rather watch Maze Runner” young carer Gracey, 11, on DIY SOS “Mum laughs more these days” young carer Tyanna, 12 It was the moment that melted the hearts of millions. Two young girls, three wishes, one veteran TV […]
A trial that takes the biscuit
The biscuits are so near yet so far. Blindfold, it’s hard to fathom which packet contains the chocolate ones. I reach out, nearly knock over the milk, then bypass telltale rectangles of boring bourbons to something – promising. If that’s not a packet of chocolate biscuits I’ll eat my – crumbs! Digestives – and […]