BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Deafblind UK - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Deafblind UK X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://deafblind.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Deafblind UK REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20200329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20201025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230622T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230622T120000 DTSTAMP:20230417T120819Z CREATED:20230417T120819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T120819Z UID:10000081-1687431600-1687435200@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TechTalk webinar: GetSafeOnline DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, virtual webinar with Deafblind UK and GetSafeOnline! This event is on the 22nd June 2023\, from 11am until 12pm. \nPlease click here to register online. \nYou can also call us on 0800 132320 or email digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk to book your free ticket. \nThis virtual event will be held on Zoom. \n  \nAbout\nPaul Bayer is the Senior Online Safety Advisor at Get Safe Online – one of the UK’s leading sources of practical advice to protecting yourself with everything you do online. From how to protect your mobile devices and PC’s to shopping online and using social media safely\, this session will be packed with updated tips and guidance to making us all more cyber aware. We hope you can join Paul in what will be an invaluable session. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/techtalk-webinar-getsafeonline/ LOCATION:Virtual event CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230518T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230518T120000 DTSTAMP:20230417T120848Z CREATED:20230417T120334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T120848Z UID:10000080-1684407600-1684411200@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TechTalk webinar: Humanware DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, virtual webinar with Deafblind UK and Humanware! This event is on the 18th May 2023\, from 11am until 12pm. \nPlease click here to register online. \nYou can also call us on 0800 132320 or email digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk to book your free ticket. \nThis virtual event will be held on Zoom. \n  \nAbout\nHumanware are leaders in developing tactile innovative products that improve the lives of people living with vision loss and deafblindness. Join Chris Moreton to discover the latest range of inspiring technological solutions that include braille devices\, outdoor orientation assistants\, hand held magnifiers and portable text to speech readers. This will be a great session to attend! URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/techtalk-webinar-humanware/ LOCATION:Virtual event CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230427T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230427T120000 DTSTAMP:20230417T075018Z CREATED:20230417T075018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T075018Z UID:10000079-1682593200-1682596800@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TechTalk webinar: VisionAid DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, virtual webinar with Deafblind UK and VisionAid! This event is on the 27th April 2023\, from 11am until 12pm. \nPlease click here to register online. \nYou can also call us on 0800 132320 or email digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk to book your free ticket. \nThis virtual event will be held on Zoom. \nAbout\nVisionAid are a friendly\, family run business that specialise in finding the best individual solutions from a wide range of accessible technology that they offer. They will be on hand to talk us through a selection of these latest offerings – including: digital magnifiers\, solutions from the emerging world of wearables\, popular mobile phones devices and the latest handheld media players. It’s great to have them back! URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/techtalk-webinar-visionaid/ LOCATION:Virtual event CATEGORIES:General ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221022 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221023 DTSTAMP:20220929T115910Z CREATED:20220929T114605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T115910Z UID:10000078-1666396800-1666483199@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:World Gaming Day 2022 DESCRIPTION:Join Deafblind UK for World Gaming Day 2022! \nAre you a dab hand at Mario Kart? Or is Scrabble more your thing? \nWhatever your choice of game we’d like you to host your own World Gaming Day on Saturday 22nd October to raise money for Deafblind UK. Invite your friends\, play your favourite games and encourage them to donate to your page. Just click here to get started. \n  URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/world-gaming-day-2022/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Banner-Image-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221006T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221006T170000 DTSTAMP:20220606T110916Z CREATED:20220407T112317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T110916Z UID:10000072-1665046800-1665075600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Deafblind Convention: Embracing Change DESCRIPTION:The hugely popular Deafblind Convention is back and bigger than ever! We will be joined by world class speakers who will focus on the topic of ‘Embracing Change’. \nDeafblindness brings constant change; it’s an ever-evolving cycle and those who live with it have to manage\, cope and adapt. Change is everywhere\, from changing the way you do everyday tasks to learning new skills and communication methods and facing a global pandemic. \nThis event will explore how deafblindness forces us to change and how a changing world impacts deafblindness. \nThis is an online event\, meaning you can join us for as much or as little as you like\, all from the comfort of your own home. \nBSL interpreters\, lipspeakers and captions will be available at all talks on the day. \n  \nTo register your interest in this event\, please complete this form and we will contact you closer to the time! \n\n\n \n \n Step 1 of 2\n \n \n 50%\n \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Title(Required)Please selectMrMissMrsMsMxDrOtherFirst name(Required)Surname(Required)Please tell us your title(Required)Email address(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n By submitting this form\, you consent to be contacted by email for the purpose of attending the Deafblind UK conference. 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For more information on how we use your data please see our privacy policy.\n \n \n Next \n \n \n \n \n Please select the option that best describes your reason for attending the conference.(Required)Please selectI am an individual affected by deafblindnessI care for\, or have loved ones affected by deafblindnessI am a professional working with deafblind individualsI am simply interested in learning more about deafblindnessCompany / organisation(Required)Job title(Required)Where did you hear about the Deafblind UK conference?Please selectDeafblind UK websiteInternet searchSocial mediaWord of mouthEmailPostNewspaper / publicationOtherWhere did you hear about the conference?Would you like to make a donation to support Deafblind UK alongside your registration?\n \n Yes\, I wish to add a donation to Deafblind UK\n Please accept my gift to Deafblind UK of:(Required)\n \n Gift Aid - Increase your donation by 25% at no cost to you\n \n I want to Gift Aid donations I make now and any donations I make in the future or have made in the past 4 years to Deafblind UK. I am a UK taxpayer and understand that if I pay less Income Tax and/or Capital Gains Tax than the amount of Gift Aid claimed on all my donations in that tax year it is my responsibility to pay any difference.\n I would like to receive a Thank You via(Required)\n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n Post\n \n \n \n I do not require a thank you\n If you would like to leave us a message\, please do so below:Donation\n \n Your donation will be used in accordance with Deafblind UK's mission to ensure that every person living with sight and hearing loss has access to the information and support they need to lead the life they want.\n Previous Submit URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/deafblind-convention-embracing-change/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Deafblind-Convention-logo-2022-Purple.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220929T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220929T150000 DTSTAMP:20220824T105422Z CREATED:20220824T105422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T105422Z UID:10000077-1664445600-1664463600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Sensory Information Event DESCRIPTION:Do you know someone with sight and/or hearing loss in need of support?\nWe’re here to help! \nJoin us at the Sensory Information Event to meet a range of organisations who can provide support\, information and ideas to help you\nstay independent and connected. \nWhen? Thursday 29th September 2022\, 10am – 3pm \nWhere? Lisburn City Library\, 23 Linenhall St.\, Lisburn BT28 1FJ \nCost: Free URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/sensory-information-event/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Events-Medical-healthcare-Objects-Science-Branded-Stand-Exhibition-Leaflets-flyers-2019-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220914T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220914T150000 DTSTAMP:20220824T105321Z CREATED:20220517T093917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T105321Z UID:10000076-1663160400-1663167600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Sensory Reconnections Event DESCRIPTION:Do you know someone with sight and/or hearing loss in need of support?\nWe’re here to help! \nJoin us at the Sensory Reconnections Event to meet a range of organisations who can provide support\, information and ideas to help you\nstay independent and connected. \nWhen? Wednesday 14 September 2022\, 1pm to 3pm \nWhere? Whitfield Hall\, United Reform Church\, 20 Widmore Road\, Bromley BR1 1RY \nCost: Free URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/sensory-reconnections-event/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Events-Medical-healthcare-Objects-Science-Branded-Stand-Exhibition-Leaflets-flyers-2019-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220622T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220622T120000 DTSTAMP:20220516T095838Z CREATED:20220516T095838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220516T095838Z UID:10000073-1655892000-1655899200@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Fortnightly telephone social group DESCRIPTION:Our telephone groups are great for chatting to a small group of people over the phone and enjoying some mood-boosting socialising. It’s really easy to join and great fun! \nAll Deafblind UK members are welcome\, regardless of your condition or where you live. All you need is a phone\, tablet or computer with internet access.    \nHow it works\nWe will call you on your home or mobile phone so you don’t need to remember lots of phone numbers. \nOur telephone groups take place every Wednesday at 10am or 12pm. The next sessions are on: \n\n22nd June \n6th July \n20th July \n3rd August\n17th August\n31st August \n14th September \n28th September\n\nEach group is run by a volunteer who is on hand throughout the call to welcome everyone and to make sure the conversation flows.  \nHow to sign up\nFor full details\, call 0800 132 320 or email groups@deafblind.org.uk.   URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/fortnightly-telephone-social-group/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Talking-on-a-mobile-phone-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220615T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220615T140000 DTSTAMP:20220516T100117Z CREATED:20220516T100117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220516T100117Z UID:10000074-1655294400-1655301600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Fortnightly video call social group DESCRIPTION:Our video social groups are a great way to meet new people and socialise from the comfort of your own home. They’re ideal if you prefer to lipread or use subtitles. \nAll Deafblind UK members are welcome\, regardless of your condition or where you live. All you need is a phone\, tablet or computer with internet access.    \nHow it works\nThese social groups are run on Zoom\, and we will send you an email reminder with a link before each call. \nVideo groups take place every Wednesday at 12pm. The next sessions are on: \n\n15th June \n29th June \n13th July \n27th July \n10th August\n24th August \n7th September\n21st September\n\nEach group is run by a volunteer who is on hand throughout the call to welcome everyone and to make sure the conversation flows.  \nHow to sign up\nFor full details\, call 0800 132 320 or email groups@deafblind.org.uk.   URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/fortnightly-video-call-social-group/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/surface-HJgaV1qjHS0-unsplash-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220504T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220504T170000 DTSTAMP:20220516T101337Z CREATED:20220516T101337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220516T101337Z UID:10000075-1651651200-1651683600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Face to face social groups DESCRIPTION:Some of our face to face community groups are back up and running again following the pandemic. \nThese groups are a great way to meet new people and get out and about in your community. We are running these groups in the following locations: \n\nFrinton  \nClacton \nColchester \nChelmsford \nCorringham \nHarlow \nBury St Edmonds \nPeterborough \nHuntingdon  \nColeraine \nEast London \nWrexham  \n\nHow to sign up\nFor full details\, call 0800 132 320 or email groups@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/face-to-face-social-groups/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Arts-and-crafts-at-a-Deafblind-UK-social-group-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220421T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220421T120000 DTSTAMP:20211216T143735Z CREATED:20211216T143735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T143735Z UID:10000070-1650538800-1650542400@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech: BrightSign Glove DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nThe BrightSign glove translates any sign language into speech – even your own! Hadeel Ayoub is the company founder and Erhan Uckun is Director of Business development for BrightSign. We are really looking forward to hearing more from them about this latest innovation and how its companion app can give access to other features such as different voice choices\, real time language translation and supporting text output. A great session to look forward too! \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-brightsign-glove/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220324T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220324T120000 DTSTAMP:20211216T143015Z CREATED:20211216T143015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T143015Z UID:10000067-1648119600-1648123200@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech: Advanced Bionics DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nToday\, we are really excited to be joined by Advanced Bionics – cochlear implant providers for the NHS and the private sector. They will outline how much cochlear implant technology has advanced in the last 30 years\, explain how cochlear implants systems work and give valuable advice and information to assist you on every step of your journey to hearing. \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-advanced-bionics/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220310T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220310T120000 DTSTAMP:20211216T143520Z CREATED:20211216T143520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T143520Z UID:10000069-1646910000-1646913600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech: RNIB Technology for Life Team DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nToday we welcome back Mo and Mark from the RNIB Technology for Life Team. As always they are keen to share their latest technological developments that we can all benefit from in our daily lives. We warmly invite them back! \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-rnib-technology-for-life-team/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220224T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220224T120000 DTSTAMP:20211216T142047Z CREATED:20211216T142038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T142047Z UID:10000064-1645700400-1645704000@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech: British Wireless for the Blind Fund (BWBF) DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nBWBF are a longstanding national charity specialising in the free loans of specially adapted radio equipment for people living with sensory loss. Simon will tell us more about their products and how you can benefit from their personalized services. \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-british-wireless-for-the-blind-fund-bwbf/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220210T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220210T120000 DTSTAMP:20211216T143244Z CREATED:20211216T143244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T143244Z UID:10000068-1644487200-1644494400@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech: Taira Tech DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nTaira Tech is a family run business based in Lincolnshire. Mo and Omar are passionate about helping people who live with sensory loss with technology. They offer a range and products and services and they will be on hand during this session to tell you more. \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-taira-tech/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220127T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220127T120000 DTSTAMP:20211216T142355Z CREATED:20211216T142355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T142355Z UID:10000065-1643281200-1643284800@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech: Sight and Sound DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nIn this session\, we are delighted to welcome back assistive technology specialists Sight and Sound who will once again focus on a selection of  product solutions from their product store to support people living with sight and hearing loss. Welcome back! \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-sight-and-sound/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220113T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220113T120000 DTSTAMP:20211216T142640Z CREATED:20211216T142640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T142640Z UID:10000066-1642071600-1642075200@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech: Russ Palmer  DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nWe are delighted to be joined by deafblind musical therapist and singer-songwriter Russ Palmer. A researcher in the field of social – haptic communication\, Russ explores the ‘feeling’ of musical vibrations through musical expression and therapy and draws upon his own experiences as a cochlear implant user. A fascinating session! \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. \n  URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-russ-palmer/ LOCATION:Virtual event ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220111T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220712T170000 DTSTAMP:20220516T111839Z CREATED:20220105T134123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220516T111839Z UID:10000071-1641909600-1657645200@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Fortnightly online BSL group DESCRIPTION:Are you a BSL user who would like to be part of a friendly online group? Find out more today about joining in with our next Zoom call! \nOur groups take place fortnightly on Tuesdays at 2pm. Along with a friendly chat with other BSL users\, you can enjoy guest speakers covering a wide range of topics from online safety to fitness and nutrition! \nThe next sessions take place on: \n\n14th June\n28th June\n12th July\n26th July\n9th Aug\n23rd Aug\n6th Sept\n20th September\n4th October\n18th October\n\nTo find out more and book your space at our next group please email: groups@deafblind.org.uk. \nWe look forward to welcoming you soon! URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/fortnightly-online-bsl-group/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/surface-HJgaV1qjHS0-unsplash-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211209T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211209T120000 DTSTAMP:20211109T104041Z CREATED:20211109T103848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T104041Z UID:10000062-1639047600-1639051200@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech – RNIB Technology for Life DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to welcome the return of Mo and Mark from the RNIB Technology for Life team. They will share their ‘Top 6 pieces of Tech for Christmas!’  – so if you are looking for ideas for that perfect gift to add to your xmas list this will be a great session to attend. They may even throw in a couple of bargain buys too! \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/rnib-technology-for-life-team/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211201T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211201T143000 DTSTAMP:20211110T152211Z CREATED:20211110T151855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211110T152211Z UID:10000063-1638363600-1638369000@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Leeds for All - Navigating the New World DESCRIPTION:Deafblind UK and BID Services are delighted to be hosting an online session as part of celebrations to mark International Day of Disabled People. \nThe event will be focused on learning about how the pandemic affected the everyday lives of people with sight and/or hearing loss and the challenges they now face in re-integrating with their communities. \nIt will feature an open discussion with attendees about what they could do to contribute locally to help to make the response plan more effective. \nWe are warmly inviting you to join us for the event\, which will be informal\, friendly and constructive. We hope you (or any fellow colleagues) are able to join. \nTo book your place at this free online event\, please click here. \nWe very much look forward to meeting you and discussing how we can all make Leeds\, and the UK as a whole\, a better place for everyone living with sensory loss. \nFor more information please email Mike Wycherley\, Head of Regional Services for Deafblind UK: Michael.Wycherley@deafblind.org.uk URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/leeds-for-all-navigating-the-new-world/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/IDODP-LOGO-e1636557714216.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211125T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211125T120000 DTSTAMP:20210823T151120Z CREATED:20210823T151109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210823T151120Z UID:10000059-1637838000-1637841600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech with Sight and Sound Technologies DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nWe are delighted to be joined by assistive technology specialists Sight and Sound who will introduce us to a range of product solutions to support people living with sight and hearing loss including their latest smart glasses and obstacle detection haptic wrist bands. \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. \n\n  URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-with-sight-and-sound-technologies/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211115T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211115T120000 DTSTAMP:20211108T142926Z CREATED:20211108T142926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T142926Z UID:10000061-1636970400-1636977600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech - RNIB Technology for Life DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nIn this session we will be joined by Mo and Mark from the RNIB Technology for Life team and will focus on RNIB audio products and services. This will include how to access their flagship RNIB reading services through their new RNIB Talking Books Amazon Echo Alexa skill. We will also cover accessible DAB radios and how to access to the rich back catalogue of RNIB tech podcasts and other accessible apps.  \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-rnib-technology-for-life/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211111T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211111T120000 DTSTAMP:20210810T062322Z CREATED:20210810T062322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T062322Z UID:10000058-1636628400-1636632000@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech with RNIB DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nThe RNIB have recently released their talking books Alexa skill available through Alexa enabled devices such as Amazon smart speakers. RNIB technology specialist Paul Porter will be on hand to show us how over 34\,000 talking books from the RNIB Library can now be accessed through a simple voice command. \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-with-rnib/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211104T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211104T120000 DTSTAMP:20210810T062009Z CREATED:20210810T062009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T062009Z UID:10000057-1636023600-1636027200@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech with GetSafeOnline DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nPaul Bayer is the Senior Online Safety Advisor at Get Safe Online – one of the UK’s leading sources of practical advice to protecting yourself with everything you do online. From how to protect your mobile devices and PC’s to shopping online and using social media safely\, this session will be packed with tips and guidance to making us all more cyber aware. We hope you can join Paul in what will be an invaluable session. \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-with-getsafeonline/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211014T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211014T120000 DTSTAMP:20210810T062404Z CREATED:20210810T061618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T062404Z UID:10000056-1634209200-1634212800@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech with RealSAM DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nJoin Martin Tickle from RealSAM whose really looking forward to coming along and telling us more about the exciting updates and new features of their product range  – RealSAM Pocket and RealSAM hub. \nBoth accessed through voice control – Pocket is billed as a smartphone\, audio book streamer and living assistant all in one whilst the RealSAM hub extends this reach to your Alexa or Google smart speaker. Not to be missed! \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-with-realsam/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211001T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211031T170000 DTSTAMP:20210825T144829Z CREATED:20210825T144652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210825T144829Z UID:10000060-1633075200-1635699600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:250km Your Way DESCRIPTION:Can you go the distance? Join us for ‘250km Your Way’ in October!\nWalk\, run\, cycle\, swim\, row or paddle 250km between 1st – 31st October\, and help us to be there for people who are deafblind. This is either a challenge to do on your own\, or form a team of family or friends – do it your way! \nSign up\, for free\, here! \n\nGet active\, get in shape and support a good cause\n\nA fun and rewarding way to get active and get in shape for Christmas!\nDo a bit each day and remember that every dog walk\, school run or trip to the kettle counts!\nEnter on your own to show yourself what you can do\, or team up with colleagues\, friends or family to spread the load\n\nPlus…\n\nComplete the distance to get a certificate\nRaise £50 to receive a medal\nRaise £100 to receive a t-shirt\n\n\nMake a real difference\nThe past 18 months have been exceptionally challenging for us all and we are slowly starting to see some light at the end of the tunnel. However\, this is not the case for many people living with sight and hearing loss\, they remain anxious and isolated. Deafblind UK have worked hard to support individuals affected by sight and hearing loss across the UK and Northern Ireland\, but we need your help to ensure that we are able to reach even more people. \nSo\, gather your team\, your family\, your colleagues and neighbours\, don those trainers\, goggles and helmets… and see if you can beat Deafblind UK’s 250km challenge this October. \n\nClick here to register today!  \n\n  URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/250km-your-way/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/1170x538-250km-your-way-Enthuse-banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210924T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210926T170000 DTSTAMP:20210601T150613Z CREATED:20210601T150613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210601T150613Z UID:10000052-1632470400-1632675600@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Snowdon Triple Challenge DESCRIPTION:The ultimate challenge to conquer some of the UK’s most rugged landscape. \n\nExperience one of the UK’s best natural adventure playgrounds\nTackle all terrains as you cycle\, trek and kayak in just one day in the heart of Snowdonia\nSummit the highest peak in Wales\, the famous Snowdon at 1\,085m\nEnjoy the pride of completing all three challenges in just one day!\n\nGrab this opportunity to pit yourself against the spectacular landscape of Snowdonia National Park in this tough and exciting multi-activity challenge. Taking in the summit of Wales’ highest mountain\, as you trek\, cycle and kayak over the course of a single day\, you’ll push yourself across a variety of terrains. \nYou’ll challenge yourself mentally and physically as you take on some of the most demanding landscapes in Britain on foot\, by bike and in a kayak. The trip may be short\, but it is far from a walk in the park as you confront steep climbs and gruelling hills over the 36km route. \nClick here to find out more!  URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/snowdon-triple-challenge/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/shutterstock_544926268-Outdoors-Sport-People-Activity-Twin-Kayak-canoe-Water-sports-boat-lake-river-2021-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210923T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210923T120000 DTSTAMP:20210810T062436Z CREATED:20210810T061313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T062436Z UID:10000055-1632394800-1632398400@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech with GiveVision DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nElodie Draperi is the co founder of GiveVision – creators of the SightPlus wearable low vision aids aimed at helping low vision users see more clearly across a range of distances. They have been working closely with Sony UK to develop and manufacture their next generation of the product – helping people living with a wide range of sight conditions. Elodie is kindly joining us to tell us more. \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email: digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-with-givevision/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210919T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210920T170000 DTSTAMP:20210810T062635Z CREATED:20210601T151042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T062635Z UID:10000053-1632038400-1632157200@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:Snowdon at night DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night time trek to the summit of Mt Snowdon and experience the darkness that many people who are deafblind do every day. Your reward is to see the sunrise over Snowdonia National Park before you start your descent. This is the ultimate challenge to test you both mentally and physically. \nYou will be fully supported all the way by our experienced Mountain Leaders and then celebrate at the finish line with a celebration breakfast. \nCan you take on the challenge and raise money for people living with sight and hearing loss? Why not ask people to sponsor you to do our Snowdon at Night challenge? \nClick here to find out more!  URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/snowdon-at-night/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/CC-Snowdon-At-Night-9-2048x1365-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210909T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210909T120000 DTSTAMP:20210810T062509Z CREATED:20210810T061029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T062509Z UID:10000054-1631185200-1631188800@deafblind.org.uk SUMMARY:TalkTech with WeWalk DESCRIPTION:Our free TalkTech webinars showcase some of the most advanced technology on the market for people who have sight and hearing loss. The webinars are led by Tim Locke\, our Digital Inclusion Manager\, and he will introduce you to some of our trusted partners. \nWe are delighted to be joined by WeWalk’s R&D lead Jean Marc to tell us about their revolutionary SmartCane and smartphone app. WeWalk detects front facing obstacles using ultrasound alerting the user through haptic vibrations whilst operating as a standard white cane. The accessible app is used to enhance the navigation experience. Jean Marc will take us through all the latest developments. \nTo book your place\, either: \nClick here to book online\nCall us on 0800 132320\nEmail: info@deafblind.org.uk. \nIf you need support to use Zoom please contact our helpline on 0800 132 320 or email digitalinclusion@deafblind.org.uk. URL:https://deafblind.org.uk/events/talktech-with-wewalk/ LOCATION:Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://deafblind.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TalkTech-graphic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Deafblind UK":MAILTO:info@deafblind.org.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR