News

‘Game changing’ Deafblind UK research centre to launch at Birmingham City University
We are extremely proud to open the new Deafblind UK Centre for Education and Research based at Birmingham City University…

Deafblind UK aims to reduce loneliness this winter
This winter, we’re working to reduce isolation amongst people affected by sight and hearing loss. Our Winter Wellness campaign features…

Deafblind UK finds that only half of Local Authority respondents have a specific identification and referral process for people living with deafblindness
Deafblind UK has undertaken some research to explore the gap in provision for assessment and care packages for people living…
Thank you to the Mayor of Peterborough
What a year it’s been! We’re extremely proud and very grateful to the Mayor of Peterborough for choosing Deafblind UK…
Deafblind UK supports USHthis Summer Camp for a third year
We are thrilled to support Usher Kids UK’s ‘USHthis’ Summer Camp for a third year! From 5th – 10th August,…
Deafblind UK expands services for people impacted by Usher Syndrome
At Deafblind UK, we are expanding our services for people impacted by Usher syndrome, including those who have previously been…
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…
Deafblind Awareness Week 2024
This year’s Deafblind Awareness Week ran from 24th – 30th June to help people understand more about combined sight and…
Deafblind UK becomes Deafblind International board member
Deafblind UK is proudly on the board of Deafblind International (DbI) as CEO Nikki Morris becomes a Board member of…
Redevelopment at Rainbow Court
Further investment into Peterborough-based residential accommodation for people who are deafblind We have officially began the work to redevelop a…
A refreshed look
Deafblind UK is a modern and forward thinking charity, with a long history and rich heritage. It is important that…
Deafblind UK to present international research at the Deafblind International 18th World Conference
Deafblind UK is set to be a key contributor to the Deafblind International (DbI) 18th World Conference in Ottowa later…
Open Hand Magazine
Open Hand is our free, quarterly magazine containing articles and information that are tailored specifically to people with dual sensory loss.
There are very few publications designed for this specific market and so Open Hand gives its readers valuable information that they may not otherwise have known and reminds readers about Deafblind UK’s support services.