Day Opportunities

Please note these services will commence on Wednesday 6th May 2026.

As part of our Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) Sensory Services, we offer 1:1 Day Opportunities support for people who have a visual impairment or who are deafblind, helping them stay connected, independent, and engaged in everyday life.

This support is available to those living in Leicester and Leicestershire only. 

Our Day Opportunities Service supports people to access meaningful daytime activities that meet their needs and interests. This support promotes improved health and wellbeing, reduces isolation, and helps individuals maintain independence and quality of life.

We provide a person‑centred, flexible service, delivered mainly on an outreach basis from or in a person’s home, as well as within local communities. The service can also include building- or community‑based activities, depending on individual needs. Please note that personal care is not provided.

The service is specialist and tailored for adults with sensory impairment, primarily supporting people who are deafblind. We also support those who may have an additional physical, cognitive, or mental health needs alongside their sensory impairment. 

Support can be arranged daily or weekly and is built around your needs through development of a coproduced Support Plan. 

How we can help

Support may include:

• Outings to visit family and friends, attend appointments, and take part in social activities
• Shopping for food, clothing, household items, or gifts
• Help with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and light duties
• Support with paying bills, managing finances, and personal correspondence
• Friendship and companionship
• Supporting carers to understand and support the needs of those they are caring for as well as themselves as carers. 

Our aim is to provide responsive, inclusive support that empowers people to live fulfilling, independent lives within their community.

Who can use this service?

You can access our Day Opportunities if you are:

• Age 18+
• Visually impaired or deafblind
• Live in Leicester or Leicestershire
• Have completed a Care and Support or Carers Assessment with Leicester City Council or Leicestershire County Council. 

If you’re unsure about eligibility, just get in touch using the contact details provided or referral form below and we’ll be happy to talk it through with you.

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