News
Adapting to Covid – our new normal
How Covid has affected our members Being deafblind in this pandemic has been difficult and often terrifying. We never thought…
CQC recognises Rainbow Court’s dedication to supporting people who are deafblind throughout the pandemic
Staff and residents at Rainbow Court in Paston are celebrating after being recognised by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) for…
Deafblind UK helps people to live better with sight and hearing loss, this Deafblind Awareness Week
Deafblind UK is on a mission to make things easier for people who have sight and hearing loss, this Deafblind…
Key workers launch befriending service to combat isolation
Key workers at UK Power Networks have partnered with charities to launch a telephone befriending service aimed at tackling social…
National Emergencies Trust (NET) funding awarded to Deafblind UK
Coronavirus has challenged the whole nation, causing fear, grief, panic and disruption to the way each one of us goes…
Deafblind UK celebrates VE Day by launching new services for veterans
We are proud to launch a package of services specifically to support people who have reduced sight and hearing as…
Deafblind UK expands support provision for people with sensory loss, including veterans
We have temporarily extended our helpline opening hours to support people who have sight loss, hearing loss or both, through…
New wellbeing and emotional support service
We are very excited to announce the launch of our new wellbeing and emotional support service to provide in depth…
A message from our CEO, Stephen Conway
This is a very difficult time for everyone but all Deafblind UK staff feel privileged to work for an organisation…
Life with Vera, our Google Home Mini
Maureen and Maurice live in the quiet countryside between Bushmills and Ballycastle in Northern Ireland. Maureen has a cataract, Maurice…
Keeping in touch over breakfast
By Roger Wilson-Hinds, Deafblind UK Trustee I heard my friend in London was pretty low and very isolated. Coronavirus has…
Staying entertained and active during isolation
If you are self-isolating or social distancing, here are some ideas of ways you can keep entertained and stay as…
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.