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Deaf Equipment Explained

Tue, 14 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Technical equipment supplier, Connevans Limited have produced an equipment guide for people with a hearing loss.

Free Lipreading Courses in Crewe

Mon, 13 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

FREE Lip Reading Classes at Deafness Support Network, IRIS (Vision Resource Centre, 14 Chapel Street, Crewe, CW2 7DQ. Come along to our short 8 week introductory courses to Hearing Loss and Lip Reading and learn some useful tips, techniques and communication tactics.

For more information call in at our centre in Macclesfield or contact us by:

Telephone: 01625 220066

Textphone: 01625 669680

SMS: 07934 420 340

Email: technical@dsnonline.co.uk

FREE Lip Reading Classes

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 23:00:00 GMT

FREE Lip Reading Classes at Deafness Support Network, 27 Bridge Street, Macclesfield SK11 6EG

SIGNtific Science Museum Upcoming BSL events

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Science Museum London will be holding several events with BSL access over the coming year.

North West Ambulance Service successful in bid for Patient Transport Service

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Patients in Cheshire who need non-emergency transport to hospital appointments will be transported by North West Ambulance Service, who have been awarded the contract from 1st April 2013.

When A simple chill can ruin your hearing for good

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

News article from the Daily Mail on when a simple cold could be a sign of irrepairable damage.

DSN Newsletter - Spring 2013 (Edition 7)

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

View the latest news & views from DSN here!

Information on Hate Crime Available in BSL

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

True Vision have produced information on Hate Crime, in British Sign Language.

Sponsor our Runners at the Silverstone Half Marathon

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

With only 5 days to go until race day, there's still time to sponsor our runners at this year's half marathon!!

New Cinema Opening in Knutsford

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Curzon Cinemas are opening a new venue in Knutsford. The venue includes an induction loop system and the cinema will be showing subtitled foreign language films.

Sponsor our Runners at the Wilmslow Half Marathon

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

We are delighted that several people have generously offered to raise funds for DSN whilst running at this year's Half Marathon in Wilmslow, Cheshire.

Bionic Ear helps 27 Month old Evie

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The bionic ear that means Evie can hear Mummy say 'I love you'.

Together everyone in Cheshire East save on energy bills.

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

You and your friends and family can save money on your gas and electricity bills by joining together and registering your interest at: www.cheshireeast.gov.uk/energytogether

Genetic patch 'stops deafness' in newborn mice

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A tiny "genetic patch" can be used to prevent a form of deafness which runs in families, according to animal tests.
Found on BBC Website:- http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-21320859

East Lancashire Deaf Society Launches Scam Awareness Scheme

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

East Lancashire Deaf Society (ELDS) have created a short film on how to recognise scam letters and emails.

Youth group for children with all disabilities.

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMT

The Buzz Youth Group is now up and running across Cheshire East.

New DSN Membership Scheme!

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMT

We're busy working hard to bring you details on how to become a member of DSN, with the launch of our new Scheme in November 2012!!

Fundraising Triumph for Musical Trio

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMT

A three man music band called 'The Northern Firm' is helping raise vital funds via their musical performances.

Carer support workers wanted

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Would you like a career in care?

Cross roads care are looking for male and female support workers.

see leaflets below for more information.

National Family Carer Network - What to do when things go wrong

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT

The National Family Carer Network have provided a 14 page booklet with information on what to do when things go wrong.

Creative coup for Cheshire charity

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT

A FUNDRAISING apprentice has caught the imagination of a top Italian artist who has donated a rare oil painting to a charity auction.

DSN Newsletter - Summer 2012 (Edition 5)

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Our latest newsletter is hot off the press!!

Macmillan Cancer Support - Information in BSL

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Macmillan Cancer Support have translated some of their most commonly requested information into British Sign Language for some of their videos.

British Heart Foundation - Information in BSL

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT

The British Heart Foundation has provided information in BSL on the risk factors associated with coronary heart disease.

Deafax supports D/deaf people to learn more about sexual education

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Deafax has launched a campaign to call on schools, teachers and medical service providers to supply adequate sex education and sexual health care for deaf people.

Understanding diabetes for people in the Deaf Community

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Diabetes UK has worked with RNID to produce information in British Sign Language (BSL) for the people with diabetes in the Deaf community.

New Bi-Weekly Deaf Club at Chester

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Chester Deaf Centre are proud to announce that a new Deaf Club has started in Chester Deaf Centre

Congratulations to Olympic Torch Bearer Lauren!

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 23:00:00 GMT

We have all seen in the news the stories of Olympic Torch bearer's across the UK, but it's lovely to hear of our very own torch bearer going throught the town of Wrexham.

DIAL House APPS

Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT

DIAL House Chester is pleased to announce its' new training project for existing and new volunteers - DIAL House APPS (DIAL House Apprenticeship Scheme).

DIAL House APPS is a FREE scheme that aims to improve the skills, confidence, competence and employability of people with disabilities and health conditions.

Need DSN Support?

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMT

We're pleased to announce that you can now make a referral for any of our services; by completing the DSN referral form & emailing/faxing it to us.

Phone Breakthrough for Cheshire's Deaf Community

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Cheshire’s deaf and hard-of-hearing community is to be among the first in the UK to benefit from a groundbreaking communications system that will enable them to make and receive calls just like hearing people.

Deaf Cruise Holidays

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Cruise Holidays are offering the chance for Deaf & Hard of Hearing people to enter a competition to win a cruise!! Also Free onboard spending money to all deaf club members when they book a cruise!!

April 2012 Newsletter

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Our latest newsletter has just been published!

BSL Healthy Minds

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMT

BSL Healthy Minds is a pilot project aimed at providing a therapy service for Deaf people in the North West & South Central NHS regions, to help address mild to moderate mental health issues such as depression & anxiety.

A Late Summer Evening with DSN

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

We’re hosting an evening of musical entertainment on Thursday 6th September 2012 in both the Long Room and Wolf Room, Eaton Park, Eccleston, Chester, by kind permission of our Patron, his Grace The Duke of Westminster.

Deaf Awareness Month - April 2012

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Golden Gates Housing Trust has partnered with Deafness Support Network for the month of April and will be offering Golden Gates Housing Trust customers advice and support around dealing with hearing loss.

Sign Language App

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Sign Language App will help D/deaf.

Mind in Chester open a new Drop-In Service in Boughton

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Mind in Chester’s new ‘Boughton Drop-In Centre Service User Consultation’ at Chester Music Theatre is now open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9.30 am – 4 pm

Karen Brereton obituary

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

It is with great sadness that DSN have to inform you that Karen Brereton, nee Mayers, sadly passed away on the 28^th December 2011 after a battle with Cancer.

Did you see us?

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

If you live in the Chester area, you may have picked up a copy of the free newspaper, Chronicle Xtra.

Cheshire Independent Advocacy Services

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Cheshire Independent Advocacy Services provide advocacy services across Cheshire, through several different support groups. Their latest leaflet explains the services available and how to make contact with the group.

Cheshire collaboration creates new joint apprentice scheme

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Two leading Cheshire organisations are celebrating a unique joint apprenticeship to help secure more youth employment in the area.

Deaf Debate: Caught Between 2 Worlds

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

BBC News have today published an article on Cochlear Implants.

The Hand Project

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Can YOU spare the time to take part in one of our workshops?

Safeguarding Adults Induction Workbook

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

We are pleased to share with you the recently published Safeguarding Adults Induction Workbook, developed and supported by Halton Safeguarding Adults Board.

Miss Deaf America

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Take a look at this article about Miss Deaf America who signed the national anthem at the Super Bowl. She was upset because she wasn't shown on tv, like the singers who performed.

MP makes DSN Website of the Week

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Thanks to Weaver Vale MP, Graham Evans, for recommending DSN as 'Website of the Week' in his latest newsletter!

Hollyoaks begin search for new D/deaf members of cast!

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Casting Directors are keen to find new talent in the D/deaf world, by beginning a search for D/deaf actors.

Nick Coleman - I fought going Deaf with a Day at the Football

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

An article published in Sunday's Observer caught our eye.....

Support Deaf Active Cheshire

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Deaf Active Cheshire has been chosen by John Lewis at Home in Chester to be one of three community groups taking part in their Community Matters initiative.

Home Safety Direct - Online Assesment

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In just 5 minutes, you can protect your family & your home from the risk of fire, by carrying out a Home Safety Direct assessment online.

January 2012 Newsletter

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Our latest newsletter has just been published!

Planting Fruit Trees - Fruitful Office Update

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Here at DSN we're committed to ensuring the health & wellbeing of our employees, so as part of this we provide free fruit to all employees across all of our sites.

Leading the way for American Firefighters

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

American firefighters have been impressed with DSN & CFRS (Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service) z-cards, which enable firefighters to communicate with D/deaf people in emergency situations.

Social Accounting - How Well Did We Do?

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

DSN has been heavily involved in Social Accounting this past year, to demonstrate the added value the organisation provides, as part of it's service.

Liverpool Player shows his Support

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

We're celebrating some fantastic news here at DSN - Liverpool and England Football player Steven Gerrard has pledged his support to us!!

Young Hands Old Hands Project

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Different generations of D/deaf people will be brought together thanks to a £1,500 grant.

Fun & Festive Cheer at Frodsham Xmas Market

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

When DSN attended the Frodsham Xmas Market on 5th December 2011, we never anticipated that our loyal mascot Dotty the Deaf Dalmation would be challenged to a dance off with a Cheshire Cat!

DSN appoints a new Chief Executive

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Deafness Support Network (DSN) is looking forward to a successful 2012 as it appoints a new Chief Executive just in time for the New Year.

Thank you to DSN Employees for Wearing Pink!

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Breast Cancer Campaign has written to DSN to thank it's employees for joining in the fund-raising event on Friday 28th October 2011.

Annual Report on Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Human Rights 2010/11

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

We are pleased to inform you that the Trust’s Annual Report on Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Human Rights for 2010/11 was approved for publication on 3 October 2011.

Young Deaf Girl treated to a Tour of Coronation Street Set

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Amber Pane & family were treated to a tour of the famous Coronation Street set; and to top it off, were escorted round by William Roache MBE!

Manchester Deaf Centre - Youth Project

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Manchester Deaf Centre is pleased to announce the launch of a new youth project which is being funded for 18 months through Manchester City Council Youth Fund.

Emergency 999 Text Service - Workshops

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Are you interested in finding out how to contact Emergency Services via text?

Signing their Way to Success

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Dee-Sign British SIGN Language choir is celebrating after winning a national competition for the second year in a row, coming away once again with the coveted Gold Award scoring (90).

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

View our previous 2 newsletters 'dsnnews' here!

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

View our previous 2 newsletters 'dsnnews' here!

Big Give Xmas Challenge - Donate from 05/12/11!!!

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Donations made between 5th & 9th December will count towards our target.....

Pioneering partnership provides fire safety advice to the D/deaf community in Crewe

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMT

D/deaf people from Crewe and the surrounding area can learn about protecting their homes from fire at a special roadshow rolling into town on the 8th October.

Sleep Well, Stay Safe

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMT

We want to make your accommodation appeal to a UK audience of around 9 million - deaf and hard of hearing people. One in seven people in the UK are deaf or hard of hearing. This figure increases dramatically for those aged over 60.

Help raise funds for DSN with online shopping!

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMT

Find online bargains, gifts, cheaper gas and electricity services and even book a holiday through our Webshop and raise money for us as you shop online.

Manchester Airport Shows Commitment to Disabled Passengers

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT

Manchester Airport has launched a new service to help people with disabilities. The guide is designed to give disabled people all the information required to plan their journey to one of the UK’s business airports.

Disabled People against Cuts (DPAC)

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT

DPAC is calling on disabled people across the country to stand up against the government.

How do I renew my Blue Badge?

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT

The Blue Badge Scheme is a national arrangement of parking concessions for people with disabilities who travel either as drivers or passengers.

Community Roadshow Event - 13th August 2011 - Chester

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT

The Deaf Persons Advocate, Melanie Pitts who is jointly funded by both Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service and Deafness Support Network teamed up with Rachel Allen, a Cheshire West Advocate, Garry, a DSN Volunteer and a BSL Interpreter to set up the Community Roadshow Vehicle outside Chester Town Hall on Saturday 13th August.

We're Open!

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT

Coronation Street star William Roache & Mayor of Macclesfield, David Neilson unveiled a new office in Macclesfield last month on behalf of Deafness Support Network (DSN).

Prize Draw Winner

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT

Congratulations to the lucky winner of the Social Accounting Prize Draw.....

Deaf Parenting UK Awards 2011 tickets

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT

Information from Asif Iqbal, MBE - Media/ Project Manager of Deaf Parenting UK about the upcoming award ceremony

Adidas Silverstone Half Marathon

Tue, 31 May 2011 23:00:00 GMT

Calling All Runners! Deafness Support Network would love to hear from racing teams or individuals, willing to take part in the Adidas Silverstone Half Marathon on Sunday 11th March 2012.

Health Research

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT

Signhealth is carrying out research to find out whether Deaf people experience poorer health than hearing people.

DSN Launches the Cycle to Work Scheme!

Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT

Sue Tait (Senior Practitioner, Day Services) was the first employee to take up the offer & is delighted with the ease in which the scheme operates.

Home Safety Assessments

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Evan Morris - Head of Community Safety at Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service made a statement last week with regards to the number of Home Safety Assessments carried out since 2002.

DSN help City Walls bunting bid

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

DSN has become one of the latest organisations in Cheshire West & Cheshire to join in the Fairtrade Fortnight world record attempt for the longest hand designed bunting to encircle the whole of Chester's Walls.

Ofcom Text Relay Research

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Ofcom has published research to assess how well the current Text Relay service is working for deaf and hearing impaired people in the UK.

Mobile Phone for D/deaf in Development

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

There has been word from the University of Washington technology department that a mobile phone for D/deaf people is in the pipeline & has apparently been put to tests by scientists there.

Email Scam targeting D/deaf People

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

D/deaf and hard of people should exercise caution when responding to emails which say they have won some cash.....

Talking Buses Campaign

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Spinal Injuries Association has joined Guide Dogs' 'Talking Buses' campaign in calling for the introduction of audio-visual passenger information systems on all buses and coaches used on both local and scheduled services.

Discounts for Disabled People Visiting the Cinema

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Cinema Exhibitors’ Association (CEA) Card is a national card for disabled people, which entitles the holder to one free ticket for any person accompanying them to the cinema.

Employers.......

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

You never know when you will come into contact with a customer or staff member who is deaf or hard of hearing.

Are you deaf or hard of hearing?

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Lost your hearing at three years old or later? If you answer yes to the above questions, would you be interested in taking part in a research project? It won't take up too much of your time; no longer than 30 minutes to complete some questionnaires.