Today I had the privilege of supporting our members Deaf Village North West and Sharon Plunkett of Rush Hey Consultancy Ltd at their first business networking event. And I can hand on heart say, it was a life-changing experience. The Deaf Community, with their resilience, passion, and talent, delivered a message that will forever resonate with me and left me feeling part of something really special! Through the power of performing arts, they communicated a moving message of unity, strength, and the universal language of the human spirit! Not gonna lie, there were moments of tears from everyone as we watched them bring this powerful message to life. Their ability to convey emotions and stories, without the use of sound was incredible! Paul Plunkett, deputy editor at BBC Newsround shared his story of bringing BSL to Newsround to ensure deaf children across the UK can access up to date and current news as we do! It made me realise just how much we take the gift of sound for granted in our daily lives and has given me a renewed appreciation for the power of #diversity and #inclusion. It reminded me that we all have unique strengths to bring to the table, and it’s when we come together and embrace these differences that we truly shine!
Our Deaf Hub
Our Deaf Hub offers a unique support package for our Deaf Clients.
Each client that is referred or comes to us for support is matched with a native Deaf Wellbeing Officer, who offers a full communication support package, they also act as a role model for the Deaf client to enable them support and access to goods, services, education, training and employment.
Wellbeing Officer
All of our Native Deaf Wellbeing Officers are supported by a Communication Support Worker who enables them to bridge the communication gap between the Deaf and Hearing community so that all services are accessible to their clients.
This may help with your benefits, help with budgeting, access to healthcare, debt management, independent living skills, developing digital skills, gaining employment, accessing the community, translation of written communication from companies and organisations and so much more.
The Our Deaf Hub is accessible to everyone from the Deaf and hearing community; and offers a specialised service for the Deaf community.
Communication Support Worker/RSLI
We have on hand a multidisciplinary team consisting of consist of RSLI’s, Communication Support Workers, Native Wellbeing Officers, qualified Deaf and Hearing teachers, qualified intermediary, Sports Coach, Careers Coach, experienced Benefits Advisor, Housing Support Officer, Digital Skills Mentor, Apprenticeships Advisor.
Spotlight on Umayr
Meet Umayr – We asked him to tell us his story about his time at Our Deaf Hub.
What past clients, service users and visitors have said about us
Visited the deaf village through training with work. Really enjoyed the day, it was a real eye opener into the lives of those living with a sensory impairment. Had the opportunity to look around the White House, gardens and was introduced some of the residents. The staff are very knowledgeable, welcoming and would recommend that anyone visit the village to have a general chat or simply to have a look at the great service they provide
Fantastic resource for both local people and from around the region. Offers a safe, welcoming experience to all. Amazing facilities in a great woodland surrounding giving it an almost magical feeling. Helpful & friendly staff make it a first class provider.
We visited the deaf hub to join in the Easter hunt. All I can say is everyone was fantastic. Both our kids really enjoyed their time hunting and the crafts afterwards. The staff and helpers were all amazing.
Absolutely stunning place!! All credits to Debra Cartilidge owner, and her team for supporting wonderful opportunitiies for deaf young people!!