The National Deaf Children’s Society (NDCS) give expert support on childhood deafness, raise awareness and campaign for deaf children’s rights, so they have the same opportunities as everyone else. They have a huge amount of information, support and guidance on their website. Please click the link below to have a look.
National Deaf Children’s Society | supporting deaf children
Audiology An audiologist will try to make sure that your hearing needs are met and at the same time explain to you the benefits and limitations of using hearing aids. Hearing aids usually provide significant improvement after you have had time to adjust and learn how best to use them. Click the link below to visit Ayrshire & Arran’s website.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran – Audiology
The West Scotland Deaf Children’s Society offer help and support for families with deaf children in the West of Scotland. They can help you cope with initial diagnosis, help you understand terminology and the professionals you will deal with e.g. the Audiologists, the Consultants. They can help you understand what level of support your child is entitled to in Education whether that be nursery, primary, secondary or further education – main stream schooling or specialist hearing impairment units. They can help you understand what benefits you may be entitled to for your child. Use the link below to find out more information.
