Cambridgeshire is a mainly rural county, and many D/deaf, deafened and Deafblind people are living in isolated areas. Peterborough has a multicultural population and for many BME D/deaf people, English is a second or even third language. The impact of being D/deaf is also isolating, communication is hard enough for those with a mild hearing loss, let alone those with a profound loss. Many D/deaf people are unable to communicate their wishes effectively and understand what is going on around them.
Advocacy plays a crucial role in reducing the risk of abuse, isolation, anxiety and other factors that trigger mental health problems. We are looking for volunteers who have a few hours to spare to support our clients with basic everyday issues.
So.........
and work with D/deaf, deafened and Deafblind
adults living in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
We are looking for people who have any of the following:-
- • Good communication skills
- • Good understanding of Deaf Awareness
- • British Sign Language skills (any level)
- • Deafblind Manual/Hands-On signing skills
All volunteers will undergo an enhanced CRB check
before they can begin volunteering work with D/deaf people
Free Training is provided
Contact the Deaf Wellbeing Co-ordinator by email using the contacts page on this website.
Volunteers took part in a Signing Day in September 2008 to raise funds for Our Voice as part of the 10th anniversary celebrations.