A Day to Connect, Learn and Thrive

Friday 7 August 2026
11.00am – 2.00pm
Queen Alexandra College (QAC), Birmingham

Whether you're living with sight loss, supporting a family member or friend, or simply want to discover the wealth of support available across Birmingham, we'd love you to join us for Focus Birmingham's annual Wellbeing Day.

19 days 23 hours 18 mins 40 secs

This free event brings together some of Birmingham's leading organisations supporting people living with sight loss, health conditions and wellbeing. Discover new services, hear inspiring speakers, connect with others and enjoy a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere.

⭐ Special Guest

Blind Dave Heeley MBE

We are delighted to welcome Blind Dave Heeley MBE, one of Britain's most inspiring endurance athletes, fundraisers and motivational speakers.

Dave will officially open the day, sharing his remarkable story of resilience, determination and why sight loss should never limit ambition.

Speaker Programme

Zone One

11.15am
Welcome
Blind Dave Heeley MBE

11.30am
Lived Experience
Portland Jones
Inkwell – Writing in Recovery

11.45am – 12.15pm
Mental Wellbeing
MIND

Zone Two

11.30am
VI Social
Presented by Faz Iqbal

11.45am – 12.15pm
Scam Awareness
Birmingham Trading Standards

Visit Our Information Stalls

Come and meet friendly organisations offering advice, support, activities and opportunities.

Dining Room

• Focus Activities
• Focus Information, Advice & Guidance (IAG)
• VI Social
• Birmingham Talking News
• Erdington Walking Group
• Queen Alexandra College (QAC)
• Men's Walk and Talk
• Macular Society
• Midland Mencap
• Birmingham Trading Standards
• MIND
• James' Place
• Guide Dogs

Conservatory

• Deafblind UK
• Birmingham Deafblind
• NHS Diabetic Eye Screening Programme

Refreshment Area

Take a break, enjoy complimentary refreshments and chat with staff, volunteers and other attendees.

Additional Community Stalls

• Edgbaston Neighbourhood Network Scheme
• Northfield Neighbourhood Network Scheme
• Augmented Lifestyle CIC

Why Come Along?

✔ Meet local organisations that can support you

✔ Discover activities and social groups

✔ Hear inspirational speakers

✔ Learn practical tips for living well with sight loss

✔ Improve your health and wellbeing

✔ Meet others with shared experiences

✔ Enjoy free refreshments

📘 Download Our Wellbeing Workbook

Prefer to browse resources at your own pace? Download the digital version of our Wellbeing Workbook here:

Workbook

Audio described workbook

Check out our video here from last year for an insight of what to expect from our Wellbeing Day.

Reserve your place NOW

Attendance is free, but we'd love to know you're coming.

👉 RSVP as a Guest

Need More Information?

Hayley Phillips

📞 07734 373418

✉️ [email protected]