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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.

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

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.

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.

Still Ignored: The fight for accessible healthcare

Hidden NHS scandal putting millions of lives at risk

New report published by SignHealth and RNID reveals serious and widespread healthcare failings.

Surrey Deaf Pickleball Club is chosen as SignHealth’s 2025 team of the year! 

Surrey Deaf Pickleball Club is chosen as SignHealth’s 2025 team of the year!

Meeting with the Disability Minister

We look forward to building a great working relationship with Sir Stephen Timms and his department.