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Goodricke Appeal Fund, The
The Goodricke Appeal Fund was established in December 1983 by an Ear, Nose and Throat Consultant at York Hospital. Several ENT Consultants and doctors have had a very close connection with the Fund ever since. They could see the need to provide the latest electronic equipment to help deaf children as soon as they were diagnosed. Unfortunately, such prompt help was usually not available through the Education Authority or Health Service.
British Deaf Association
Make a BIG difference! Support the British Deaf Association. Founded in 1890, the British Deaf Association (BDA) is a national Deaf-led organisation that works directly with Deaf people who use British Sign Language (BSL) and Irish Sign Language (ISL).
Deafblind UK
Deafblind UK specialises in supporting people with any level of deafblindness, as well as their families and carers. We support people to live with their condition and to build their confidence and independence. We offer understanding and advice as well as practical support, residential support, care and social opportunities.
Elizabeth Foundation, The
Around 1 in 1000 babies in the UK are born deaf every year, with further young children deafened as a result of accident or illness, significantly impacting every aspect of their life. Many of these children and their families are isolated from the urgent help that they need, but by leaving a legacy in your Will to The Elizabeth Foundation, the charity can continue to make a positive and lasting difference.
Family Fund
Family Fund is the UK’s largest charity providing grants for families raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people. We have been supporting families for over 40 years, and provide grants for a wide range of items, such as washing machines, sensory toys, family breaks, bedding, tablets, furniture, outdoor play equipment, clothing and computers.
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People trains dogs to help deaf people leave loneliness behind and reconnect with life. Not only are these amazing dogs trained to alert deaf children and adults to important and life-saving sounds, such as the smoke alarm or doorbell, they also provide love and companionship. Many deaf people struggle with feelings of loneliness and isolation. This combination of practical and emotional support is life-changing.
Royal Association for Deaf people
Leaving a gift in your will can help: teach a deaf child’s family to sign with them, train a deaf volunteer in Mental Health First Aid, support a deaf person to get a job & befriend a deaf older person who needs someone to talk with.
Sense
Sense supports everyone who has complex disabilities, including deafblindness. We believe everyone should be able to take part in life, no matter their disability. Our work empowers thousands of people to communicate, experience the world and fulfil their potential.
Sense International
Sense International supports children and adults with deafblindness across a range of countries: Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Peru and Romania. Children with deafblindness in these countries desperately need to receive education and healthcare.