Cochlear implant drop-in service looking for new volunteers – Manchester A group of volunteers who support patients with auditory implants is looking for new members to join their team. The Richard Ramsden Centre for Auditory Implants based at Manchester Royal Infirmary offers the drop-in sessions for patients can find out about more assistive listening devices and try them at home. The group is completely voluntary […]
Shropshire Deaf & Hard of Hearing Forum public meeting The next public meeting of the Shropshire Deaf and Hard of Hearing Forum will take place on Wednesday 5th February. It will be held at The Trinity Centre, Church Road, Meole Brace, Shrewsbury from 2pm. Download the poster for more information. The group will welcome two guest speakers including Julia Baron, Chief Executive of the […]
Free hearing loss course – Edinburgh A free six-week course to help individuals manage changes in their hearing, will start in Edinburgh next month (February). Topics covered include: Managing you hearing aids Lipreading Technology There will also be guest speakers, including a volunteer from Hearing Link to speak our services and support. The course will take place on the following dates: […]
View sought on adult hearing loss services – Staffordshire An eight-week listening exercise has been launched by six NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) across Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent regarding hearing loss in adults. The CCGs are seeking views of patients through an online survey to understand how these services impact on their lives. The survey will remain open until 23:59 on Sunday 1st […]
Certificate in Lipspeaking course – Manchester The Manchester Centre for Deaf Studies will be running a course early next year in Lipspeaking. The 13-month course will start on Saturday January 18th 2020 and participants will work towards achieving Signature Level 3 Certificate in Lipspeaking. Attendance is one weekend per month and the course will involve study and practice at home, as […]
Scottish Government publishes revised Charter of Patient Rights The Scottish Government has published a revised Charter of Patient Rights and Responsibilities. Every person who accesses NHS services in Scotland has rights about how they access and receive their care. These rights ensure that people are treated safely, fairly and effectively, and with consideration, dignity and respect. The Charter of Patient Rights and Responsibilities […]
What’s next event – Edinburgh What do you want to see happening for people with hearing loss around Edinburgh? Edinburgh City Council’s Deaf Learners team, along with Deaf Action, would like to know your views. They are hosting an event ‘What’s Next’ on Tuesday 17th December from 2-4pm at the European Room in Edinburgh City Chambers. Do come along and […]
