“It was a ‘woah’ moment when Jasper could feel all the details that he couldn’t see” – Jasper and Lauren’s story
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Making a difference
“Living Paintings books make my student feel the ‘same’ as the other children in my class. Words cannot express how incredibly important this is. Thank you”
– Teacher using Living Paintings service at school
5,024
Number of Touch to See books sent out in the last year, benefiting thousands of blind and visually impaired children.
99%
Percentage of child library members who are more interested in learning.
99%
Percentage of child library members benefiting from an improved confidence in reading.
100%
Percentage of child library members who benefit from more shared experiences with sighted friends, family and peers.
96%
Percentage of child library members who experience a positive change in confidence in making friends
98%
Percentage of child library members who are more confident in joining in class discussions and activities
Impact reports
Discover the positive impact that Living Paintings has on the lives of blind and visually impaired children in our latest annual survey and report of child library members.
Living Paintings current focus is on changing the lives of children who are blind or visually impaired. However we continue our service for adults through making Touch to See loans to them at home and through our Book Clubs service.
Success Stories
“Living Paintings helped me bring the world to two little girls who couldn’t experience it for themselves anymore” – QTVI Heather’s story
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“It’s something so special that Alfie and Harrison can do together” – Alfie’s story
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“I’m able to see, in my own way, the TARDIS, Daleks, Cybermen and so much more. It’s something money can’t buy” – Louis story
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