DeafBlind UK

DeafBlind UK

DeafBlind UK support deafblind people to build their confidence and independence. They can offer support after a diagnosis, help you do the things you love, and offer advice and information.

Their free services include:

• Health and wellbeing services such as a helpline, regular wellbeing calls and counselling.
• One to one technology support sessions to use phones, tablets, laptops, and other common household devices. This includes monthly webinars with guest speakers and online focus groups.
• Help to find work, such as support with CV writing, interview preparation and looking for a job.
• Phone and video social groups, such as BSL video groups, and a remote befriending service.

 

Reconnections project

Reconnections provides free support for people with dual sensory loss in Cardiff.

They can help to:

• reconnect people with their local communities, and
• find social opportunities to reduce isolation.

They also host support groups where members can meet and socialise with others in the deafblind community.

 

You can refer yourself or someone else to Deafblind UK and find out more about the Reconnections project by visiting their website.

You can also contact them by phone, text or email.

Phone: 0800 132 320

Text:  07903 572 885

Email: info@deafblind.org.uk