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Remote friendships
It is undeniable that lockdown has been really hard but as isolated as we may have felt, it is comforting…
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…
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…
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…
The great outdoors
We all know the importance of exercise, but what we may not be aware of are the increased benefits of…
Keeping your mind active
Studies have shown that adopting good health habits can prevent cognitive decline and further reduce the risk of dementia. Some…
What is Usher Syndrome?
Usher Syndrome is a genetic, inherited condition which causes hearing loss, sight loss and in some cases, poor balance. The…
Concentration fatigue
In her latest blog, Deaf advocate and Deafblind UK Outreach Officer Louise Goldsmith finds out more about concentration fatigue and…
My week of digi-breaks
Deafblind UK blogger Emma Devine is taking part in our digi-break challenge and has started taking daily screen breaks. Read…
Have you tried online learning?
With more time spent in the home, we’re turning our attention to learning a new skill. Some people are cooking…
Staying safe online
As the world continues to stay home to stay safe, more and more of us are going online. Unfortunately, cyber-attacks…
What is Mindfulness?
Mindfulness is generally described as ‘paying attention in a particular way, in the present moment and non-judgementally’. It’s very easy…