Registered Charity no. 218341 | 01872 225 868 | info@hearinglosscornwall.org
Registered Charity no. 218341 | Telephone: 01872 225 868
Registered Charity no. 218341 | 01872 225 868 | info@hearinglosscornwall.org
Deafness, the hidden disability
Hearing Loss Cornwall has links with other UK specialist services for the hard of hearing, but remains a small independent charity.
We act as an umbrella for Deaf and Hard of Hearing clubs and groups and we aim to continue to create stronger links for our d/Deaf community, to help them strengthen their presence and be able to enjoy a less isolated life.
Hearing Loss Cornwall also works in liaison with other voluntary sector organisations on any projects that will benefit our community and we are happy to share in the preparation of any events or funding bids that will have a positive impact on our community. Find out how we may be able to help!
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Please find Mental Health and Wellbeing Guide - and other useful resources in Cornwall for deaf people.
Feel free to let us know if you are aware of services that we haven't mentioned here.
Mental Health Support for d/Deaf People
Profoundly Deaf BSL users should find support by asking their GP who can refer them to mental health services such as Outlook South West and Disability Plus
BSL Counselling 2023 - Hearing Loss Cornwall were delighted to receive a fund to support several Deaf BSL users to benefit from BSL to BSL. This service has been extremely popular.
However, our funding has now run out. We will update if this situation changes. You are advised to contact your GP, meanwhile, to signpost you to services.
Please make sure you ask for support if you have mental health problem.
Advocacy Support for d/Deaf People
Working with The Advocacy People, Cornwall, we are aiming to help d/Deaf people with some of their advocacy needs.
Email: info@hearinglosscornwall.org for details/queries
What is Advocacy - Watch video
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Hearing Loss Cornwall aims to help retailers, businesses and organisations who know that they should provide communication support under The Equality Act 2010, but aren’t quite there at being “Deaf Aware”.
It is very difficult for a person with communication difficulties to make their needs known and many organisations remain unaware of their duty of care. We are there to ensure that hearing loop systems aren’t left unplugged, in a box or inaccessible!
Please contact Hearing Loss Cornwall direct, if you know of someone Deaf who may need information or advice. Or find out about our Deaf Awareness Trainings or find some resources to help d/Deaf Children and Young People
Register to contact 999 by text
Devon and Cornwall Police - BSL videos
Link to police emergency WEBCHAT
BSL, Protect from Crime videos
PIP assessment - on-line advice in BSL - However, locally Citizens Advice Bureau may be able to help. Hearing Loss Cornwall can provide communication support but need to book in advance
Expert Patient Programme - free self management courses to help people living with long-term health conditions Contact: elaine.curno@nhs.net for details
The National Deaf Children's website
Protect your hearing when swimming and surfing - Surf moulds and earwax removal
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