Talking Newspaper for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Scottish Charity Number: SC016017

Bringing Local News

Since 1981, Rockvale Rebound has been providing free audio recordings of local news and interest stories to those with visual impairments in our community.

About Rockvale Rebound

Are you blind or visually impaired? Or are you visiting on behalf of a family member, friend, or neighbor who has problems reading normal print because of a visual impairment? Then you've come to the right place! We are here to help.

Rockvale Rebound is a completely free local talking newspaper service for people who are blind or have a visual impairment which prevents them from reading normal print. It has been produced by volunteers since May 1981.

We are a registered Scottish charity (SC016017) supported by grants and donations. We also arrange a variety of fundraising events such as sponsored walks and can collections to help with our running costs.

Our Services

We currently produce three publications which are recorded onto audio formats:

Weekly Newspaper

A team of volunteers read items from two local newspapers - the Dumbarton & Vale of Leven Reporter and the Lennox Herald.

"On The Rebound" - Monthly Magazine

A mixture of news items, information from the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB), stories, health topics, travel, upcoming events, and more.

"Rebound Roundabout" - Monthly Magazine

Produced by some of our blind members and consists of interesting interviews on topical and historical subjects in and around the local area, including Dumbarton, Vale of Leven, Cardross, Milton, and Bowling.

Our dispatch team posts the recordings out to listeners in special padded wallets. A label is provided for free return. In addition, if listeners wish, we can deliver recordings personally, thereby maintaining a vital social contact for many of our listeners.

Get Involved

There are many ways you can get involved with Rockvale Rebound:

Become a Listener

If you or someone you know could benefit from our talking newspaper service, please get in touch. The service is completely free.

Register as a Listener

Volunteer With Us

We're always looking for volunteers to help with our services. You can make a real difference to people's lives.

  • Reading for recordings
  • Technical assistance
  • Dispatch and delivery
  • Fundraising
  • Administration
Volunteer Application

Support Our Charity

As a registered charity (SC016017), we rely on donations and fundraising to continue our service. Any contribution helps us maintain this vital service.

Make a Donation

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our services, want to become a listener, or are interested in volunteering, please get in touch.

Get In Touch

Contact:

Email: EMAIL

Phone: 01389 UPDATE

© Rockvale Rebound Talking Newspaper

Scottish Charity No. SC016017 | Serving our community since 1981

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