Blog posts by Lily
Why Winter is difficult for people who are deafblind – And how you can help
Winter brings unique challenges for everyone, but for people who are deafblind, the colder months can be particularly tough. From…
Mavis’ Story: How befriending has brightened her world
At 86, Mavis faces the daily challenges that come with age. A kind, resilient woman, she’s been in contact with…
School Liaison Officer Carolyn tells us about Lesson in a Box
“Ensuring that all students have a positive experience of education is vital to ensuring that everyone becomes a valuable member…
Ian’s fundraising ‘snookerthon’ in memory of his mum who was deafblind
Remember how we always talk about getting creative with fundraising and doing it your own way? Well, meet Ian Pettey,…
10 Reasons to attend the Deafblind UK Conference ‘Standing out and fitting in’ this October!
Over the years, our Deafblind UK conference has seen increasing popularity, showing us just how much our audience values the…
Lord David Blunkett joins us for the Deafblind UK Conference 2024
We are delighted to welcome Lord David Blunkett to the Deafblind UK Conference 2024, where he will be talking about…
Meet the fundraising team
Our fundraising team work tirelessly to raise money to support our vital work. We caught up with them to find…
Guide running the London Marathon
When Deafblind UK Chairman, Robert, decided to take on the London Marathon, he knew he would need the support of…
Navigating communication challenges in healthcare
Going into the hospital for any amount of time can be a scary prospect, whether it’s a pre-planned appointment or…
New accessible homes at Rainbow Court
It was a very proud day, back in April, when the Mayor of Peterborough cut the ribbon and officially opened…