Holistic Hearing

17/09/2025

There are a handful of free spaces left to our taster workshop in Singalong on the 27th September in Southwell.
If you would like to be a part of our taster session, or are interested to find out more, get in touch either by commenting, sending a DM or emailing holistic-hearing@hotmail.com
Singalong has its roots in BSL and can help with all communication challenges, whether it be with a child in the classroom, someone struggling with their hearing, or even trying to communicate in a busy environment.
Signalong is for everyone 😊

10/09/2025

Free signalong taster session at Holistic Hearing on the 27th September! Read this article to find out more!
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Free Signalong workshop at Holistic Hearing (inside Spybey Opticians, Church Street, Southwell) on the 27th September!🔊👂

🔹Kirsty, owner and specialist Audiologist at Holistic Hearing says "hearing loss can go undetected in adults and children for many years. One in five preschool children will experience glue ear reducing their hearing for weeks, months or years! This can result in lack of attention in school, poor behaviour and can see a child falling far behind their classmates.

Here are RNID's statistics for adults:
▪️One in three adults in the UK are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus.
▪️Over half the population aged 55 or more have a hearing loss
▪️An estimated 1.2 million adults in the UK have hearing loss severe enough that they would not be able to hear most conversational speech.
▪️Hearing loss can lead to social isolation, depression, marriage struggles, divorce and cognitive decline.

At Holistic Hearing we are hoping to bring a taster session on a communication system that can bridge the communication gap in all areas of life."🫂

The free workshop will be presented by Carolyn Murray. Carolyn says "Signalong is a key-word signing system based in British Sign Language. It supports spoken English by using key signs along with the spoken word and in spoken word order.
As a signing system, it can be used for many purposes including supporting those with communication difficulties, encouraging language development in children and it can be a more immediately accessible option for someone experiencing hearing loss. BSL is of course the preferred language of the Deaf community but can take many years to master.

For English speakers experiencing hearing loss, Signalong can help avoid misunderstanding as its principle role is to use key signs to support a spoken sentence. Signalong is taught allowing for the independent learning of further signs."

🌟If you would like to attend the free workshop or find out more information, email holistic-hearing@hotmail.com or go to Facebook: Holistic Hearing. Only 7 spaces are left and need to be booked in advance. 🌟

09/09/2025

Thank you to The Bramley Newspaper for this article ☺️

Free Signalong workshop at Holistic Hearing (inside Spybey Opticians, Church Street, Southwell) on the 27th September!🔊👂

🔹Kirsty, owner and specialist Audiologist at Holistic Hearing says "hearing loss can go undetected in adults and children for many years. One in five preschool children will experience glue ear reducing their hearing for weeks, months or years! This can result in lack of attention in school, poor behaviour and can see a child falling far behind their classmates.

Here are RNID's statistics for adults:
▪️One in three adults in the UK are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus.
▪️Over half the population aged 55 or more have a hearing loss
▪️An estimated 1.2 million adults in the UK have hearing loss severe enough that they would not be able to hear most conversational speech.
▪️Hearing loss can lead to social isolation, depression, marriage struggles, divorce and cognitive decline.

At Holistic Hearing we are hoping to bring a taster session on a communication system that can bridge the communication gap in all areas of life."🫂

The free workshop will be presented by Carolyn Murray. Carolyn says "Signalong is a key-word signing system based in British Sign Language. It supports spoken English by using key signs along with the spoken word and in spoken word order.
As a signing system, it can be used for many purposes including supporting those with communication difficulties, encouraging language development in children and it can be a more immediately accessible option for someone experiencing hearing loss. BSL is of course the preferred language of the Deaf community but can take many years to master.

For English speakers experiencing hearing loss, Signalong can help avoid misunderstanding as its principle role is to use key signs to support a spoken sentence. Signalong is taught allowing for the independent learning of further signs."

🌟If you would like to attend the free workshop or find out more information, email holistic-hearing@hotmail.com or go to Facebook: Holistic Hearing. Only 7 spaces are left and need to be booked in advance. 🌟

06/09/2025

Have you ever fancied trying to learn sign language? Free taster session on Saturday 27th September in Southwell 🥳

Signalong is a key-word signing system based on British Sign Language (BSL). It works by using key signs alongside spoken English, following normal spoken word order. Signalong is designed as a supportive tool. It can help people with communication difficulties, aid children’s language development, and provide a more accessible option for those with hearing loss. As a recognised language and the first or preferred language of the Deaf community, BSL takes years to learn, so Signalong can act as a more immediate support.
We only have seven spaces still available and booking is essential.
DM, comment or email holistic-hearing@hotmail.com to secure your place

03/09/2025

Holistic Hearing

02/09/2025

Floyd Ferris, one of our hearing specialists, is running The Great North Run for the Stroke Association this Sunday!! 🥳
Floyd lost his Dad a year ago due to Strokes and resulting dementia, and is hoping to raise as much money as possible for this amazing cause.
If you are able to help, click the link below. All donations are hugely appreciated ❤️

https://ajbellgreatnorthrun2025.enthuse.com/pf/floyd-ferris?fbclid=IwdGRjcAMj59NleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHgj9nrlCn_LUcQHaWTXQNjlHDnNNVukNH14QW-JIcjcKriVI6q-wdPQGMG57_aem_SHUIh0Je9YlZ_a4-b-rnAg

Hi family, I'm competing in the 2025 Great North Run half marathon in September, raising money for the Stroke Association. This is my fifth consecutive year and the total that I've raised so far, than

27/08/2025

👋 Free Signalong workshop 27th September - advance booking required 👍

Kirsty Davison, owner and specialist Audiologist at Holistic Hearing is delighted to host a free taster workshop that will be presented by Independent Signalong tutor Carolyn Murray.

Carolyn says” Signalong is a key-word signing system based in British Sign Language. It supports spoken English by using key signs along with the spoken word and in spoken word order.
As a signing system, it can be used for many purposes including supporting those with communication difficulties including children experiencing temporary hearing loss due to glue ear, encouraging language development in children and it can be a more immediately accessible option for someone experiencing hearing loss. BSL is of course the preferred language of the deaf community but can take many years to master.
For English speakers experiencing hearing loss, Signalong can help avoid misunderstanding as its principle role is to use key signs to support a spoken sentence. Signalong is taught allowing for the independent learning of further signs. “
We only have 12 places available so booking is essential.
If you would like a place, comment, DM or email holistic-hearing@hotmail.com.

09/07/2025

Would you like to learn conversational sign language?
We are gauging interest in signing, and depending on the response, will look to put a small group, beginners course on in Southwell 👍👌

02/07/2025

Did you know that we provide free ear wax checks? Call 01636 812620 for Spybeys of Southwell
& 0114 2332600 for Martin Johnson Opticians in Sheffield

28/06/2025

Tinnitus can be stressful and debilitating, but there are things we can do to help improve how it is affecting your life.
Sometimes it’s as simple as removing ear wax or fitting hearing aids, but there are many other ways we can improve how tinnitus is impacting you on a daily basis.
If you feel that you would benefit from a consultation with us, or if you know you need ear wax removal, call 01636 812620 for Southwell, or 0114 2332600 for Sheffield.
Holistic Hearing are proud to be members of Tinnitus UK.

07/06/2025

This is Kirsty Davison BSc (Hons) Audiology, RHAD and Floyd Ferris BA (Hons), FSc, RHAD, and they are the Audiologists at Holistic Hearing.
Between them, they have been in hearing care for over 25 years, and pride themselves on excellent patient care and support. Here are some of the services they can offer to both adults and children:
* Microsuction ear wax removal
* Water irrigation/syringing
* Hearing checks
* Hearing aids to suit all lifestyles and budgets
* School hearing checks
* Tinnitus support and management
* In branch or home visits
* Hearing aid clean and checks
* Industry hearing checks

If you feel that you would benefit from any of our services, call:

Spybey of Southwell 01636 812620
Martin Johnson Opticians in Sheffield 0114 2332600
Or send an email to holistic-hearing@hotmail.com or DM us through Facebook.
We look forward to seeing you soon!

04/06/2025

Earwax removal by the professionals
Southwell: 01636 812620
Sheffield: 0114 2332600