MACULAR SOCIETY

Local support groups

Our local groups across the UK offer practical and emotional support to people with macular disease from people with macular disease. They can help you to further understand your condition, come to terms with sight loss, share information about treatment and ultimately stay independent. Groups meet regularly; invite guest speakers; run social events; arrange outings and holidays; fundraise; help raise awareness of macular disease; get involved in campaigns and work with local eye care professionals.

W@M

These local support groups are aimed specifically at younger, working-age people with macular conditions. It is called W@M (pronounced Wham!), which is short for Working At Macular. Many groups meet in evenings, or at weekends in cafes or pubs. Members can share experiences and get advice on issues, including working with macular disease, driving, technology and entertainment.

Skype groups

If you find it difficult to attend a group, or attending a group isn’t for you, our Skype groups give you the opportunity to talk to others affected by macular disease, without leaving home. People of all ages can take part in video or voice only calls. For details contact Stella Black on stella.black@macularsociety.org

Support Groups
South Wales Macular Society Group meetings

Ammanford - Second Thursday of the month, 10.30 am at Llandybie Public Memorial Village Hall Llandybie Ammanford SA18 3UR contact Macular Society groups admin team on 01264 560 259

Royal Glamorgan – First Wednesday of the month, 2 pm at The Pavillion, 52 Lanelay Road, Talbot Green Pontyclun, CF72 8HY. Contact Julie Parker at 07531 498 967

Milford Haven – First Thursday of the month, 2 pm at Milford Haven Library, Cedar Court, Haven's Head Business Park, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire, SA73 3LS. Contact Maddy on 07584 836524

Monmouthshire – First Thursday of the month, 2 pm Wyesham Christian Fellowship, Chapel Close, Wyesham, Monmouth NP25 3NN. Contact David on 07951 869 586

Swansea – Bi-Monthly (Jan, March, May, July, Sept, Nov) First Thursday of the month 11.30 am at the Grand Theatre Conservatory, Singleton St, Swansea SA1 3QJ. Contact Kate on 01792 401 450

Carmarthen – Fourth Thursday of the month at 10.30 am at Yr Atom, 18 Stryd y Brenin, Caerfyrddin SA31 1BH. Contact Janice on 07975 728 405

Bridgend – Third Friday of the month at 10.30 am at Halo Bridgend Life Centre Angel St, Bridgend CF31 4AH. Contact Joy on 07985 028 212

Neath – Fourth Tuesday of the month, 1 pm at Neath Port Talbot Council for Voluntary Service; 17 Alfred Street, Neath SA11 1EF. Contact Carole on 01639 637205

Ystradgynlais—The fourth Monday of the month at 10:30 a.m. at Welfare Hall, Lesser Hall, Brecon Road, Ystradgynlais SA9 1JJ. Contact Cilla on 07762696576

Brecon – Second Monday of the month 10.00 am at Brecon Town Council Offices (rear entrance), The Guildhall, Brecon Powys LD3 7AL contact Tina 07541 763 388

Caerphilly – Third Wednesday of the month at 10.30 am at Caerphilly Library, 2, The Twyn, Caerphilly. CF83 1JL, in the reading room, contact Denise on 07812 052 836

Newport - First Monday of the month at 1 pm at the Salvation Army Hall 1 Hill Street Kingsway Centre Newport NP20 1LZ. Contact Caroline on 02920617241

Tenby – Last Thursday of the month, at 2 pm, Community Centre Augustus Place, Tenby, Wales, SA70 7DJ. Contact Adele on 07494468007

Lampeter—The Second Wednesday of the month, 2 pm, at St Thomas Methodist Church, 7 St Thomas St, Lampeter SA48 7DQ. Contact Diana on 07539081247.

Cardigan –Second Tuesday of the month 10.30 -12.30 pm at Radley Room The Guildhall Cardigan SA431JL contact Monica 07726569818

Solva and St David – Last Wednesday of the month at 2 pm at St Davids Rugby Club Nun St, St Davids, Haverfordwest SA62 6BP. Contact Margaret Hughes on 07815 729 856.

Rhondda -First Friday of every month at 10.30 am at Treorchy Library, Station Road, Treorchy, CF42 6NN. Starting Friday 5 July 2024. Contact Group Leader Jean Bently on 01443 775755 / 07377673275

Bridgeviz (affiliated) – First Friday of every month, 11:30 am at St John's Ambulance Training Centre, Minerva Street, Bridgend, CF31 1TD Macular Society groups admin team on 01264 560 259

Sight Life (affiliated) Cardiff- First Monday of every Month, 10.30 to 12.30 pm at Sight Life Jones Court, Womanby Street Cardiff; contact Sightlife on 029 2039 8900

Working Age and Young People, Connect by Tech and SfS IT Group Zoom meeting on the fourth Friday of the month at 10.30 am Contact Macular Society groups admin team on 01264 560 259

All Wales Macular Telephone Support Group Call
All Wales telephone calls to help those unable to attend meetings in person. These will take place on:
First Wednesday of the Month, 11 am – 12 pm - English and Welsh Speaking. For further information, Macular Society groups admin team on 01264 560 259


NORTH WALES GROUPS
Aberele Support Group
3rd Monday of every month @ 1.30pm
Venue: Hafod y Park, Abergele, Conwy

Dolgellau Support Group
3rd Wednesday of every month @ 1.30pm
Venue: Theatr Fach, Dolgellau, Gwynedd

Llangollen Support Group
4th Monday of every month @ 11am
Venue: The Hand Hotel, Llangollen, Denbighshire

Aberystwyth Support Group
4th Wednesday of every month @ 1pm
Venue: Tesco Community Centre, Park Avenue, Aberystwyth

Llanbedr Support Group
4th Thursday of every month @ 1.30pm
Venue: Llanbedr Community Hall, Llanbedr, Gwynedd

Tywyn Group
1st Tuesday of every month @ 11am
Venue: Neuad Pendre, Tywyn , Gwynedd

Ruthin Group
2nd Thursday of every month @ 11am.
Venue: Leyland Centre, Ruthin.

Llandudno Group
1st Monday of every month @ 11am
Venue: Craig y Don Community Centre, Llandudno, Conwy

Newtown Group
1st Monday of every month @ 2pm
Venue: MCRA Plas Dolerw, Newtown, Powys

Welshpool Group
2nd & 4th Tuesday of every month @ 2pm
Venue: Methodist Church, High Street, Welshpool.