Blog: Attitudes to hearing loss in the construction industry A blog by Hearing Link volunteer, Bob Gowen I’d like to write about attitudes in the construction sector to people who are deaf. As an electrical contractor I have spent a lot of time working on building sites, and here are a few of my experiences. I gradually lost my hearing from my early forties. […]
Inclusive workplace experience survey – Northern Ireland The Equality Commission for Northern Ireland (ECNI) is looking views and experience on inclusive working environments. Thank you for completing the survey.
Wear your butterfly with pride Wear our butterfly with pride in 2019 with our fantastic offer to kick off the year. There is 25% off our multi-pack of Butterfly Supporters badges, so for January you’ll pay only £3.75 for our range instead of £5.00. The Hearing Link logo is a butterfly. The butterfly is symbolic of the transition that people […]
Taunton hard of hearing group The Taunton Hard of Hearing Group is encouraging new members to come along to its monthly club. Join members on the third Thursday of every month from 2-4pm at the Tangier Scout and Guide Centre, Castle Street, Tangier, Taunton, TA1 4AS. Every month there are different themes, here are the future dates: 21 Feb Watchet […]
Banbridge group awarded funding for 2019 Congratulations to our affiliated group and club – Banbridge Lipreading Group – for successfully obtaining funding to run lipreading classes in 2019. Run by Rathfriland couple Les and Ramona Williams, the classes support people of all ages in Banbridge, Northern Ireland and other areas. The funding will allow the group to continue to run classes […]
6 Tips to Protect Your Hearing Protecting your hearing is possible, particularly if you remain vigilant about the situations where your hearing could be most at risk.
Places left on beginners lipreading course – Edinburgh There’s still time for you to join a free two-year beginners course in lipreading in Edinburgh. Run by the charity Deaf Action, these classes offer hard of hearing adults the chance to boost confidence and communication. It also provides information and support to help manage hearing loss. Classes are relaxed, friendly & fun! Meet others […]
