• Identify and make contact with all deafblind people in the locality
• Offer a specialist assessment by a person trained to understand the needs of dual sensory impairment
• Ensure Deafblind people have appropriate services
• Provide specially trained one-to-one support for people who need it
• Provide information accessible to Deafblind people

Our specialist deafblind worker, working in conjunction with other members of the team, offers a specialist assessment of your needs. The type of services available following this assessment include:

• One to one support to read or get out and about
• Equipment and training to help you stay independent both inside and outside your home
• Advice and help in getting the right support and benefits

The deafblind specialist worker will also work alongside the relevant social work team when additional support is required.

Useful Links

Deafblind UK - Deafblind UK is a national charity which provides a range of support services to deafblind adults and their carers. It also campaigns on behalf of deafblind people.

Sense - Sense is the UK's leading organisation for children or adults who are deafblind or have associated disabilities.