writing a will

Writing a will is really important to ensure loved ones know what you want after you pass away. Wills help families to know what to do with property, money and … Read more

A social group enjoying a stroll through the countryside.

Social prescription is a form of treatment in which a GP refers a patient to local non-clinical services. These are often run by volunteer-led organisations within the community. Social prescription … Read more

A Blue Badge disabled parking permit in a display wallet.

A Blue Badge is a permit that allows you to use disabled parking spaces – which are usually closer to your destination. This can make it easier to access shops … Read more

Charly riding her horse Layla

Life with sight and hearing loss has its challenges, but for some people, it motivates them to challenge themselves even further. We spoke to three people who have rather interesting … Read more

Two ladies walking outdoors wearing face coverings

Do those words fill you with excitement or dread? The relaxing of the lockdown restrictions is widely associated with positivity, getting back to normal and being re-united with friends and … Read more

Portrait of Helen Keller.

Helen Keller is one of the most well-known deafblind people in history, famous for her political activism, lecturing, writing and for being the first deafblind person to earn a bachelor … Read more

Robert walking in the hills

Covid-19 has affected us all in so many different ways. Here, our chairman Robert describes his experiences of being deafblind during the pandemic. When the first lockdown began, I immediately … Read more

a man smiling and talking on the phone

It is undeniable that lockdown has been really hard but as isolated as we may have felt, it is comforting to know we are all in this together, and it … Read more

a couple sitting reading information

If sight and hearing loss affects your mobility, communication or ability to access information then you are entitled to a specialist deafblind assessment. This is an assessment by your Local … Read more

a man on a video call

The COVID pandemic has changed lives across the globe, with many people now working and studying from home. Deaf advocate and Deafblind UK blogger Louise Goldsmith finds out more about … Read more

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