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SignHealth’s Domestic Abuse Service – helpline for deaf people in Wales

SignHealth runs a helpline for deaf people who need support or advice about domestic abuse. It is open Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 4:30pm.

We have recently received funding from the Home Office to extend our service to deaf people living in Wales. Deaf people in Wales can now contact us for advice or help finding local support services.

UK Emergency Alert Test Sunday 7 September 3pm

Emergency Alert System Test

Information about the UK Emergency Alert System Test in BSL.

Let's share: men to men with photo of host David Ellington

Let’s Share: Men to Men

Flarewave Festival Wellbeing, expression, and connection through the arts with host David Ellington. Brighton Dome Studio Theatre Sun 7 Sep 2025, 11:00 A supportive and inclusive space created for men to explore wellbeing through artistic … Continued

Where does SignHealth work?

SignHealth’s purpose is to remove health barriers for deaf people across the whole of the UK. We listen to the deaf community and we know that we need to do more to engage with you … Continued

Confidential support from our ISVA team

We offer confidential support for anyone who has experienced sexual abuse, either recently or in the past.

Support for those who are affected

SignHealth has information about the specialist support we have available as well as details of external support for those who are affected by sexual abuse.

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Reform not cuts: deaf charity calls on the government to review Access to Work 

New report provides insights from deaf people on their lived experiences with Access to Work, recognising the value of it, but also the need for reform in order for it to work.

People standing with placards asking for accesible health information

The Accessible Information Standard has finally been updated

NHS England has finally released an updated Accessible Information Standard (AIS). This includes a sixth step – review.

The 10 Year Health Plan will make the NHS fit for the future

What is the NHS 10 Year Plan?

The NHS 10 Year Plan includes several key promises which will impact our community. Here is SignHealth’s summary and response.

Photos of deaf health stories in the news

Deaf people’s poor access to healthcare

Roundup of news articles about deaf people’s access to healthcare in the UK.

NHS Therapies for deaf people with anxiety and depression

SignHealth therapy service funding changes

Funding for our therapies service previously came from the NHS at the national level. Now we are working closely with local ICBs to secure funding.

Mental Health Awareness Week 2025

There is power in community! Find out how we connect with our community to support mental health.