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New National Standards of Communication for People with Sensory Loss
The Welsh Assembly Government have introduced new national standards for communication for people with sensory loss using NHS services
Modern Communication Technology
Karl Jenkins takes a look at the 'new lines of communication', available through the introduction of new technology
NHS and the Right to an Interpreter
In an NHS setting communication is central to safety.
Disappointing Doctor
All Wales Standards for Communication with patients with sensory loss, seems to have bypassed my doctor's surgery
Live Chats: a great alternative to phone calls!
Fed up of using the phone for customer support and make enquiries - we have a quick look at online 'live chat' facilities.
Backing the new Healthcare Standards for people with a Sensory Loss
Public awareness of the new Standards will improve through information cards being made available
Help me Please, I'm Going Deaf
Getting older and becoming deaf poses lots of new challenges, but who is there to give advice
Jetting away for a few days in Venice
Warm and welcoming, Venice offers a unique break.
'Laptop' for Deafblind People gets them online
The BrailleNote Apex device is helping Deafblind people to communicate with the world around them
Accessible Health Services in Wales
Raising awareness of the all-Wales standards for accessible communication and information for people with sensory loss
Holidaying with a Deaf Girlfriend
With a deaf girlfriend joining a family holiday, it's important to think how best to manage communication
Patients to benefit from new NHS England ‘Accessible Information Standard’
Good news for deaf patients in England, accessible information is on the way
‘Next Generation Text’ service welcomed by Hearing Link
Always behind the times with Deaf communication, Text Relay Service jumps forwards
Deaf Children, Hearing Parents and BSL
Mum of deaf children finds it impossible to find BSL tuition and faces anti BSL views from teacher of the deaf
SLFirst's 12 Deaf Reminders for Christmas
Sharing a little deaf awareness on the 12 days leading up to Christmas
Uber Taxis – A deaf friendly future for transport?
Uber taxi app is proving to be useful for deaf people on both sides of the service.
Pedius - Changing the Way I Use My Mobile
SL First's review and step-by-step guide to using the Pedius app
Horse Riding - Exhilarating and Deaf Friendly
Learning to ride proved to be great fun and deaf friendly
Rome during an International weekend was just awesome
The people of Rome were warm and helpful, with everyone accommodating my deafness
Deaf Restauranteurs Thrive Through Approach To Communication
Launching a Deaf run pizza restaurant - Mozzeria in San Francisco - the Stein's appeal to hearing and deaf guests
Turning A Deaf Ear Should Mean Greater Awareness
Used commonly to criticise being ignored, everyone should know action is needed to prevent isolation of Deaf people
Media Personality Gets It Oh So Wrong When Commenting on Simple Auslan Communication
Mis-reading Australian Sign Language triggers offensive and ignorant derision
Pedius: A Life-Changing Phone App for the Deaf
Making direct 1:1 phone calls available for Deaf and Hard of Hearing people
Watch and Listen
Some hearing aids now have apps that are compatible with the new Apple Watch
Communication - Animal Kingdom v Human Society - Lessons to be Learned?
Is overly complex human intelligence and strength of opinion stopping us from solving some of the most basic of problems
App Roundup - June 2015
SL First takes a quick look at some interesting apps you might like
Barclays & Sainsburys Forging a Path Towards Deaf access
Two big companies have hit the headlines recently by introducing new ways for Deaf, BSL-using customers to contact them in their preferred language.
The Safety Requirements Of Rope Climbing Make It More Deaf Friendly
Exciting, thrilling and even enjoyable, communication was effective because of a good attitude
A New Me - Spirited, Adventurous And Going For It!
Re-discovering herself, Natasha, equipped with her new Cochlear Implant, travelled to North Wales for a Women Climb weekend, and had a great time
Access Bedford - Inviting Pedius and Others to Share Knowledge & Information
Sharing information to Deaf and Hard of Hearing people in Bedford extends to visits from the Italians behind the Pedius app
Light at the end of the tunnel for a Deaf Friendly 999 system?
This week's report by Professor Stewart captures many of the issues the Deaf community have been arguing for, for years.
Parity in the Home and Good Lines of Communication Build Lasting Memories
A few small steps can be a big difference to a Deaf child feeling valued
Deaf Community Given No Consideration by Met Police Commissioner's Recruitment Policy
Understanding that communities have different needs from its police force, the Met Police demonstrates ignorance to the needs of Deaf people
Cuts to Disabled Student's Allowance will especially disadvantage Deaf students
There are fears easier options around withdrawing university places might be taken instead
