A free six-week course to help individuals manage changes in their hearing, will start in Edinburgh next month (February). Topics covered include: Managing you hearing aids Lipreading Technology There will also be guest speakers, including a volunteer from Hearing Link to speak our services and support. The course will take place on the following dates: […]
The Scottish Government has published a revised Charter of Patient Rights and Responsibilities. Every person who accesses NHS services in Scotland has rights about how they access and receive their care. These rights ensure that people are treated safely, fairly and effectively, and with consideration, dignity and respect. The Charter of Patient Rights and Responsibilities […]
What do you want to see happening for people with hearing loss around Edinburgh? Edinburgh City Council’s Deaf Learners team, along with Deaf Action, would like to know your views. They are hosting an event ‘What’s Next’ on Tuesday 17th December from 2-4pm at the European Room in Edinburgh City Chambers. Do come along and […]
A new and free two year lipreading course is to start in Kirkcaldy, Fife, in November. Organised by Deaf Action, this course is an opportunity for adults with hearing loss to boost their confidence when communicating as well as find out further information about local support and services. The course will begin on Friday 8th […]
Hearing Link volunteer Margaret Canning has been named the Self Management Champion of the Year by the Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland. Margaret from Midlothian was presented with the award at the Self Management Awards ceremony hosted by Alex Neil MSP at the Scottish Parliament on 8th October. Hearing Link supported Margaret after her […]
deafscotland is hosting its mental health summit ‘Connect me too’ in Edinburgh later this month (October). The purpose of ‘Connect Us Too’ Summit is to raise awareness about mental health & deafness. deafscotland will be hosting the event dedicated to raising awareness and understanding improving resilience and recognising problems; and most importantly increasing access to […]
Hearing Link volunteer May Wood features in a new e-book called Humans of Scotland produced by The Alliance in Scotland. The book was launched on 25th September at the Edinburgh Storytelling Centre. May attended the launch evening with her son Jamie (pictured right) and Hearing Link’s Volunteer Co-ordinator Alison Coyle. The Humans of Scotland book features […]
