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Information and Support: Deaf and Hearing Loss

If you, or someone you know, is deaf, or has been affected by hearing loss, the following organisations may be able to help.

The Royal National Institute for Deaf People

The Royal National Institute for Deaf People provide support for people with hearing loss and tinnitus, day-to-day care for people who are deaf and have additional needs, and offer practical advice to help people protect their hearing.

Phone: 0808 808 0123
Relay UK: Dial 18001 followed by 0808 808 0123
SMS (only) 0780 0000 360

The National Deaf Children鈥檚 Society

The National Deaf Children’s Society supports all deaf children and young people and offers advice and information to families on entitlements, education, health and technology for deaf children. A chat facility is available via the website.

Phone: 0808 800 8880
Text: 0786 00 22 888

Deafblind UK

Deafblind UK offers support and guidance to deafblind people, their carers, family, friends, and professionals working with people who have a loss of both hearing and sight.

Phone/Textphone: 0800 132 320

Information from the NHS