Blog posts by Naomi Dainty

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Could you be entitled to more support?

If sight and hearing loss affects your mobility, communication or ability to access information then you are entitled to a…

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Helping carers to offload

Caring for someone who is deafblind can be physically and mentally draining. You are their eyes and ears, their guide…

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How to make life easier for colleagues with sight/hearing loss in lockdown

The COVID pandemic has changed lives across the globe, with many people now working and studying from home. Deaf advocate…

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Deafblind UK member walks 10,000 steps a day to raise money for charity

A woman who is registered blind and hard of hearing has pledged to walk 10,000 steps a day throughout March,…

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Book review: Silent Night by Nell Pattison

Joanne McVicker reviews Silent Night by Nell Pattison, a story told from the perspective of a BSL interpreter which gave…

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The great outdoors

We all know the importance of exercise, but what we may not be aware of are the increased benefits of…

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Keeping your mind active

Studies have shown that adopting good health habits can prevent cognitive decline and further reduce the risk of dementia. Some…

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Deafblind Dinin’

Our first Deafblind Dinin’ event took place in February, held in partnership with Mindful Chef and hosted by Cambridge RAG…

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What is Usher Syndrome?

Usher Syndrome is a genetic, inherited condition which causes hearing loss, sight loss and in some cases, poor balance. The…

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Supporting patients through lockdown

Deafblind UK supports patients through lockdown with support from the National Lottery Community Fund. National charity, Deafblind UK is offering…

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