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Association of Teachers of Lipreading to Adults
ATLA is the professional association for teachers of lipreading to adults who have become deaf, or hard of hearing. We aim to promote understanding of the special needs of people with an acquired hearing loss. ATLA is run by volunteers and does not have an office, telephone number or any paid staff.
ATLA, Westwood Park, London Road, Little Horkesley, Colchester, CO6 4BS, UK
E-mail: ATLA@lipreading.org.uk
BATOD - British Association of Teachers Of the Deaf
The British Association of Teachers of the Deaf is the sole professional Association of Teachers of the Deaf in the UK. It aims to promote the education of deaf children and young people.
E-mail: secretary@batod.org.uk
Berkshire Disability Information Network
An information service run by disabled people and carers, for disabled people and carers in Berkshire.
voice 01344 301 572
minicom 01344 427 757
fax 01344 302 293
Bone Anchored Hearing Aid Users Support (Kent) (BUSK)
BUSK offers mutual support for BAHA users in the UK and aims to enhance patient support via volunteers working alongside ENT clinics, whilst raising awareness of the BAHA. We work closely with Entific, the manufacturer of the BAHA and produce a quarterly publication, Firmly Anchored, for members. Lyn Kolsteren, a bilateral BAHA user and formally a nurse, is Chairperson and founder of the charity
Lyn Kolsteren, Chairperson, BUSK & Support Co-ordinator, Shambles, 43 Bentley Road, Willesborough, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0HR, UK
voice 01233 336353 Monday - Friday 9.30 - 2.30 pm
E-mail: lyn@baha-users-support.com
British Deaf Association Helpline
Information and advice for deaf people
voice 01924 888106
minicom 01924 888114
fax 01924 888105
E-mail: janethansborough@dex.org.uk
Croydon Deaf Children's Society
Croydon Deaf Children's Society (CDCS) is a voluntary organisation run by parents and friends of deaf children living in the boroughs of Croydon, Sutton, Reigate and Banstead, and the surrounding areas. The group is affiliated to the NDCS (National Deaf Children's Society).
E-mail: info@croydondeafchildren.org.uk
The Deaf Ex-Mainstreamers' Group (DEX) is a national charity, run by deaf people who attended mainstream education, focusing on the needs of deaf children who attend mainstream education and ex-mainstreamers. DEX provides information, consultation and support about the issues stemming from inclusive education, from the perspective of deaf users.
voice 01924 888106
fax 01924 888105
minicom 01924 888115
Deaf Action, formerly known as the Edinburgh & East of Scotland Deaf Society, is a long established (since 1835) voluntary organisation and registered charity providing a range of services to deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing people, their families and carers. Staff work to enhance the quality of life of deaf people and raise society's awareness of their needs in partnership with a range of authorities, organisations, communities and individuals.
Deaf Action, Head Office, 49 Albany Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3QY, UK
voice 0131 556 3128
minicom 0131 557 0419
fax 0131 557 8283
dDeafLinks is a Registered Charity serving deaf people throughout Staffordshire.
The society offers a wide range of activities and services, including information and advice, training on various subjects, membership packages, volunteer visiting service and a communication support service.
The society is committed to actively supporting the equal opportunities of all deaf people in employment, training, services, information and education.
dDeafLinks Staffordshire, The Ellis Centre, Wellesley Street, Shelton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 4NF, UK
voice 01782 219161
minicom 01782 281125
fax 01782 286174
24 hour interpreting mobile: 07977 552414
Email stokstaff.deaf@virgin.net
The aim of deafPLUS is to develop innovative work with deaf and hearing people which enables them to improve their quality of life through contact, information and training.
For deafPLUS, "deaf people" includes people with all levels of hearing loss, including those who are profoundly deaf, partially deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing and deafened. It is the person rather than the level of deafness, who is our first concern.
deafPLUS National Office, First Floor, Trinity Centre, Key Close, Whitechapel, London, E1 4HG
voice 020 7790 6147
fax 020 7790 6147
minicom 020 7790 5999
Deafsign is an independent information source on deafness and British Sign Language through its website and range of sign language publications and resources for BSL learners of all ages. The site has regularly updated News, personal Guest book responses, schools' section and games plus extensive Links.
Cath Smith, Co-Sign Communications, 16 Highfield Crescent, Hartburn, Stockton on Tees, Cleveland TS18 5HH, UK
voice 01642 580505
fax 01642 808959
DELTA - Deaf Education through Listening and Talking
A National Association promoting rights, choices and opportunities for children and young people through the practice of National Auralism
The Con Powell Centre, 3 Forder Way, Cygnet Park, Peterborough, PE7 8GX, UK.
voice 0845 108 1437
fax 01733 569 332
Email enquiries@deafeducation.org.uk
Ewing Foundation is a national charity which, since 1952, has supported teachers working to help deaf children talk by keeping them up to date with the latest technological and methodological developments.
Three educational consultants work with mainstream teachers, teachers of the deaf and parents in pre-school or school-age peripatetic services, in schools, units, special schools and further education settings. Their consultancy can cover practice around language development, the effective use of residual hearing and associated audiological matters, facilitating listening skills, monitoring linguistic and educational practice, writing individual education plans etc..
David Braybrook, Chief Executive, The Ewing Foundation, 40 Bernard Street, London WC1N 1LG, UK
E-mail: info@ewing-foundation.org.uk
Gateopener is a local charity, providing free information to disabled people, their families and carers throughout Suffolk and East Cambridgeshire. They also provide information to professionals working in this field. GATEOPENER is able to advise individuals looking for financial help by identifying potential charitable trusts and foundations that may be able to help.
Gateopener, 351 Exning Road, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 0AU
voice 01638 667614
fax 01638 666896
E-mail: gateopener3@btconnect.com
To promote effective communication between deaf and hearing people. To Promote the rights of deaf people to the same opportunities, the same access and the same independence as hearing people.
They cover the whole of Hampshire and Isle of Wight for hearing loss issues and provide many services to the local community. They also hold a lot of useful information for people who suffer from any degree of hearing loss.
Hampshire Deaf Association, 1 & 2 Carlton Commerce Centre, Dukes Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 0SQ, UK
voice: 023 80 516 516
fax: 023 80 516 517
minicom: 023 80 516 518
Email enquiries@deafhampshire.org
Founded in 1947, Hearing Concern is a charitable organisation helping people overcome the frustration, isolation and loneliness experienced by millions of people in the UK who have hearing loss. It is a leading provider of advice and support, campaigns on behalf of its client group and promotes awareness of the communication needs of deaf and hard of hearing people.
Publications: Hearing Concern Magazine (Quarterly)
Head Office: Hearing Concern, 95 Gray's Inn Road, London, WC1X 8TX, UK
voice: 020 7440 9871
fax: 020 7440 9872
minicom: 020 7440 9873
Email info@hearingconcern.org.uk
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People is a registered charity that trains dogs to alert severely and profoundly deaf people to specific sounds they cannot hear such as the alarm clock, baby cry, smoke alarm and many others, in the home, workplace or public buildings.
The Grange, Wycombe Road, Saunderton, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27 9NS, UK
voice/minicom 01844 348 100
fax 01844 348 101
E-mail: info@hearing-dogs.co.uk
Hertfordshire Hearing Advisory Service
HHAS is an independent charity, which with the help of volunteers, local hospitals, social services, donors and sponsors, offers practical help and advice for people experiencing hearing problems.
Their HQ in WGC is able to demonstrate equipment and the charity operates a mobile display vehicle in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire.
Hertfordshire Hearing Advisory Service, The Woodside Centre, The Commons, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL7 4SE, UK
voice 01707 324582
minicom 01707 375486
fax 01707 390644
Irish Deaf.com was created in February 2003 as part of a project for European Year of People with Disabilities. The Directory is currently operated by one person - Stephen Gilligan. This is an independent project not funded by any Deaf group.
The Directory is intended to help people find relevant, up to date, easy to access information about the many clubs and organisations etc., catering for the Deaf. All Irish organisations including those in Northern Ireland are claimed to be listed.
Email info@irishdeaf.comThe LINK Centre for Deafened People
National UK organisation for deafened people that helps them adjust to deafness in everyday living through rehabilitation and life skills programmes, trains health care professionals in acquired deafness, and conducts research that will advance the understanding of this type of deafness.
The LINK Centre for Deafened People, 19 Hartfield Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 2AR, UK
voice 01323 638230
minicom 01323 739998
fax 01323 642968
The National Association of Deafened People
The National Association of Deafened People was founded as a charity in 1984 and provides information and support for deafened people who have lost all or most of their useful hearing, and for their families and friends, to help enable them to regain their independence and enjoy the best quality of life.
NADP, PO Box 50, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6XB, UK
voice 01227 379538
minicom 01227 762879
fax 01227 379538
NDCS - the National Deaf Children’s Society
The National Deaf Children's Society is an organisation of families, parents and carers which exists to enable deaf children and young people to make the most of their skills and abilities. They provide practical support through a network of regional staff and trained local representatives. They can help with benefits claims, making educational choices, advising on technology or simply as someone to talk to.
NDCS, 15 Dufferin Street, London, EC1Y 8UR, UK.
voice 020 7490 8656
minicom 020 7490 8656
fax 020 7251 5020
NDCS Freephone helpline:
voice 0808 800 8880
minicom 0808 800 8880
fax: 020 7251 5020
North London Deaf Children's Society
North London Deaf Children's Society is a Registered Association of the National Deaf Children's Society. It's main aim is to support families with deaf children in the North London area. It organises social and educational events and outings, publishes a newsletter, holds a lending library of specialist books and videos and organises sign language workshops.
Helen Warren - Secretary, Salerno, 131 Woodville Road, Barnet, Herts, EN5 5NS
voice 0208 440 6774
Email helen.warren@bpm-london.com
Ovingdean Hall School is a special school for severely and profoundly deaf children and young people including those with additional special needs.
Ovingdean aims to provide deaf children with the skills, qualifications and confidence to succeed in the hearing world. Their philosophy is do this by fostering the pupils' listening and speaking skills and by providing a nurturing environment which helps them to develop independent learning, living and social skills
Deborah Carter - Headteacher. Ovingdean Hall School, Greenways, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 7BJ, UK.
voice 01273 301929
minicom 01273 301929
fax 01273 305884
Email info@ovingdeanhall.org.uk
RAD - Royal Association in aid of Deaf people
This long-established charity (founded 1841) provides support services, counselling, chaplaincy, leisure facilities and social groups for Deaf people of all ages throughout South-east England. Their site has a directory of centres and clubs for deaf people all over the UK.
RAD Head Office, 18 Westside Centre, London Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 8PH, UK
voice 0845 688 2525
fax 0845 688 2526
minicom 0845 688 2527
SMS 07720 718305
RNID - The Royal National Institute For Deaf People
RNID, 19-23 Featherstone Street, London, EC1Y 8SL, UK
voice 0171 296 801
fax 0171 296 8199
Sense is a charity that was set up 48 years ago and was initially started by two mums who were drawn together by the enormous difficulties they faced of bringing up children who had been born both deaf and blind through the effects of the rubella virus during pregnancy.
Today Sense still focuses on the difficulties faced by people who are both deaf and blind. But because of the expertise built up Sense can now work with a much wider group of people - those with complex needs, people who are perhaps deaf or blind but also have learning disabilities - people with multiple disabilities.
Sensory Support Service - a Core Service for the Authorities of Bath & North East Somerset, Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.
The Service provides support for children with vision and hearing needs from their earliest years and through their school life.
The Service is managed by Bristol City Council's Department for Education and Lifelong Learning and our expertise is available to families, children, schools and other professionals in the Four Authorities.
Sensory Support Service, Elmfield House, Greystoke Avenue, Westbury on Trym, Bristol, BS10 6AY, UK
voice 0117 9038441
minicom 0117 90 38442
fax 0117 90 38440
Email elsialn@bristol-city.gov.uk
SKILL National Burea for Students with Disabilities
Skill: National Bureau for Students With Disabilities. Skill is a national charity promoting opportunities for young people and adults with any kind of disability in post-16 education, training and employment across the UK.
For complete up-to-date listings, visit Subtitled cinema films you can add your name to the national online petition for regular subtitled screenings too!
Email them to receive personal notifications of subtitled films in your area: subtitles@yourlocalcinema.com
UK Deaf Sport aims to support and enable deaf and hearing impaired people (from mild to profound) to benefit from, excel at and fulfill their potential through sport of their own choosing. UK Deaf Sport is the leading organisation in the preparation and support for GB athletes in the 2005 Deaflympic Games. The organisation also works to establish working relationships between National Deaf Sports Organisations and sports National Governing Bodies.
Stuart Harrison, UK Deaf Sport Development Manager, c/o EFDS, Manchester Metropolitan University, Alsager Campus, Hassall Road, Alsager, ST7 2HL, UK
voice/minicom : 0161 247 5629
fax : 0161 247 6895
mobile / SMS : 07810 752638
UK Health Professionals with Hearing Loss
Created by two doctors with hearing loss, the website provides information for health professionals with hearing loss in the UK. The e-mail group is a discussion, information and support network. It is open to anyone with any degree of hearing loss who is, or is considering training to become, a health professional in any discipline.
University and further education - a compilation of links for funding and other information.
West Sussex Deaf and Hard of Hearing Association
This independent Association was set up in 1994 specifically to help the Deaf, deafened, deafblind and hard of hearing people of West Sussex. As they are not affiliated to other charities, they are able to run a streamlined service with low administration costs.
The Association is core funded by West Sussex Social and Caring Services and works in partnership with many other local and national organisations. They have two fully equipment resource centres, one in Haywards Heath and one in Worthing.
West Sussex Deaf and Hard of Hearing Association, 5a Hazelgrove Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3PH
voice 01444 415582
minicom 01444 415587
fax 01444 415593
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