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Many people joined us on 11 September 2021 to hear from the experts in macular disease. The talks from the conference are available to watch again below.

Our 2020 annual conference was on Saturday 12 September 2020.

The 2025 Macular Disease Conference: Hope for the Future will be held online on Saturday 13 September 2025.

Our Macular Disease Conference 2025 was held on Saturday 13 September. Many of you joined us for our tailored session for people with inherited retinal diseases.

Our Macular Disease Conference 2025 was held on Saturday 13 September. Many of you joined us for our tailored session for people with age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

Our Macular Disease Conference 2025 was held on Saturday 13 September. Many of you joined us for our tailored session for people newly diagnosed with macular disease, family members, friends and caregivers.

A macular condition can bring practical, financial and emotional changes for those diagnosed, and for their family and friends. 

Depending on your circumstances, you may be entitled to financial support from the government. Welfare benefits are available to help those living with macular disease, and their families, with extra costs.

What is the Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for adults?

Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is a benefit paid to people who have a long-term illness or disability and who are under pension age. The illness or disability should have a significant impact on the way a person can care for himself or herself or move around.

If you are of pensionable age and have a sight problem you will probably have extra expenses, such as taxis or help at home. Attendance Allowance (AA) can help you with these additional costs.