999 BSL Celebrations
SignHealth are very excited to be supporting the launch of 999 BSL, the UK’s first emergency Video Relay Service.
What’s happening
999 BSL – What you need to know about the new service
The 999 BSL Emergency Video Relay Service is provided by Sign Language Interactions This information an more is available at https://999bsl.co.uk/resources/
London Deaf Wellbeing Workshops with RAD
Improve your mental health awareness and support your wellbeing.
MPs to vote on BSL Bill during Sign Language Week
The British Deaf Association will hold a BSL Rally in Trafalgar Square on 18 March to show the community’s support for the Bill and to celebrate Sign Language Week.
SignHealth awarded ground-breaking NHS England contract to improve Deaf people’s access to mental health support
Breakthrough in access to therapy in BSL for Deaf people experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, or other common mental health concerns.
BSL Rally – 18 March 2022
Join us from 11:30-2:30 at Trafalgar Square!
Five years on and no change, Deaf people still shut out of NHS services
New report reveals poor access to NHS services and sets out urgent steps required to meet the communication needs of Deaf and other disabled people.
Mental Health Awareness Workshops – North East and South West England
SignHealth is pleased to offer free interactive Mental Health Awareness Workshops for Deaf Adults in February 2022.
BSL Bill Rally
Join us for a BSL Bill Rally outside Parliament on 28 January while MPs debate the 2nd reading of the BSL Bill.
Blue Monday – Mental Health Support
If you are struggling to be yourself and find motivation during these cold, dark days, know that support is available.
SignHealth Chief Executive, James Watson-O’Neill, receives OBE award for services to Deaf people
James has been recognised in the 2022 New Year Honours. This is the second OBE awarded to someone from SignHealth.
BSL 999 Update – proposal to approve Sign Language Interactions’ service
Ofcom is now holding a new consultation. They want to know your feedback about Ofcom using ‘Sign Language Interactions’ as the chosen emergency VRS provider.
