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Our Values

We strive to improve quality of life, increase independence and reduce the social isolation of those affected by sight loss and other disabilities. We work at the heart of the community – creating long-lasting and real change through education, community support, and enterprise.

Mel and Shane feeding goats
Andy and Catriona making Pottery

Our Impact

We work throughout the North of England and our places include a Specialist College, Community Centres and an Arts & Crafts Centre. We support disabled people to be part of their local community. We are continually developing technology to support more people, wherever they are, online.

Our Values

Henshaws has developed its core values, which are embedded through all we do across the charity.

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    Informed

    Always aiming to increase knowledge through experience, expertise and history

  • Sharing

    Desire to exchange experiences and ideas with others.

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    Compassionate

    Displaying empathy and understanding.

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    Inspiring

    Through the life changing impact on the people we support

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    Proactive

    Actively helping and supporting individuals

  • Empowering icon

    Empowering

    Encouraging and supporting individuals to reach their full potential

Mark Belcher, Head of Enablement at Henshaws, brailling the ballot papers

How we Support

Our dedicated staff and volunteers are the fuel of the organisation; they provide support, advice and training, enabling people and their families to build skills, develop confidence, help each other and look forward to a more positive future.

Latest news

Keep up to date with all the latest news from across Henshaws.

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    Fundraising

    Take Part in the Children Charity Auction and Support Henshaws

    Posted Feb 2025
  • Williamt wearing a pink Henshaws t-shirt and a navy cap stands outdoors next to a trig point on a rocky hilltop. He is smiling and making a peace sign with one hand while resting his other hand on the stone marker. The background features a dry-stone wall, a clear blue sky, and rolling hills.
    Fundraising

    Team Henshaws in focus: William Hart 

    Posted Feb 2025
  • Two images of Sarah and her guide dog Pepsi: on the left, they are outdoors in front of a large telescope structure; on the right, Sarah, wearing reindeer antlers, affectionately hugs Pepsi indoors.
    Sight Loss

    Sarah’s perspective: What I wish people knew about sight loss

    Posted Jan 2025
  • Two people, one wearing glasses and a blue hoodie, look at a phone together with smiles. To the right, a chatbot interface explains the different types of white canes for individuals with sight loss. A speech bubble graphic with Henshaws logo and "let's chat".
    Sight Loss

    Chatbot for Henshaws: Essential guide for screen reader users

    Posted Dec 2024
  • A cheerful art maker interacts with a performer in a vibrant, colorful costume, holding a glittering, mosaic-like prop on stage.
    Arts & Crafts

    Pioneering Accessible Theatre with Concrete Youth

    Posted Dec 2024
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From fundraising events to volunteering, there are plenty of ways to give to make a difference at Henshaws

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