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Nystagmus Network

The Nystagmus Network is a registered charity in England and Wales supporting people living with nystagmus.

Nystagmus is a complex eye condition, characterised by involuntary movements of the eye. The eyes appear to wobble or flicker from side to side, up and down or round and round. Nystagmus causes impaired vision, affecting the ability to focus, speed and depth perception and facial recognition. At least 1 in 1,000 people are born with nystagmus and many more acquire the condition later in life.

The charity was founded in 1984 by Vivien Jones after her son was diagnosed with nystagmus when he was three months old. It has grown exponentially from very humble beginnings to the hi-tech digital online presence of today.

The Nystagmus Network provides support and information, promotes a better understanding of nystagmus through an annual Nystagmus Awareness Day on 20th June and throughout the year and funds research to find effective treatments. Through its support services, the Nystagmus Network ensures that, following diagnosis, there is somewhere for a family to turn to.

For more information, please visit our website or contact us.

You can follow and support us via our Social media channels.

Who to contact

Contact Name
Sue Ricketts
Contact Position
Executive Information & Development Manager
Telephone
Support Line: 01427 718093
E-mail
info@nystagmusnet.org
Website
Nystagmus Network

Where to go

Notes

We operate an online service via telephone, email and website where support is available 24/7.

Time / Date Details

When is it on
Office hours Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm.
Session Information
Monthly zoom meetings and telephone access via the support line.
Website support is available throughout the year.

Other Details

Availability

Age Ranges
ALL
Referral required
No
Referral Details

It is possible to self refer to us; please make contact via email or telephone.

Record Last Updated on: 02/02/2024

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