It’s Deaf Awareness Week and you can get involved by spreading the word about our 7 simple steps to changing the world.
There’s a new step for every day of the week and they all aim to raise awareness of the issues that affect deaf and hard of hearing people and people with tinnitus.
The steps can help people to learn how to communicate better, how to fingerspell and how to protect their hearing – each step can make a real difference.
Monday
Don’t SHOUT, just speak clearly
Take the time to communicate properly with someone with a hearing loss.
Tuesday
Check your hearing
Phone 0845 600 5555 (local rate) for a five-minute check-up
Wednesday
Learn to fingerspell
It’s as easy as A-Z!
Thursday
Watch your favourite TV programme with the sound off
Without subtitles, what would you miss out on?
Friday
Turn your music down a notch
Protect your hearing – don’t lose the music.
Saturday
Look out for the loop sign
How accessible are public places if you have a hearing aid?
Sunday
Get involved
Campaign…join in…volunteer…donate…we need you!
Keep checking our website – we’ll be adding more information on each of the steps every day of the week at www.7simplesteps.org.uk