06/05/2026
💙 It’s Deaf Awareness Week 💙
This week is all about raising awareness, breaking down communication barriers, and supporting those living with hearing loss, tinnitus, and deafness.
Hearing loss can often feel invisible, but for millions of people across the UK it impacts everyday conversations, confidence, relationships, work, and mental wellbeing.
At , we want everyone to know that support is available — and you never have to struggle alone.
We’re also proud to highlight our wonderful hearing therapist and tinnitus specialist, Penny Stannard, who offers compassionate, personalised support for people living with:
✨ Tinnitus
✨ Hearing loss
✨ Sound sensitivity
✨ Hearing-related anxiety and overwhelm
Sometimes the biggest relief is simply talking to someone who understands.
If you or someone you love is struggling with hearing changes, tinnitus, communication difficulties, or feeling isolated because of hearing loss, please reach out. Even a simple conversation can make a huge difference. 💙
Helpful support & resources:
🔹 – Information, support, hearing loss advice & tinnitus guidance
📞 RNID Helpline: 0808 808 0123
🌐 https://rnid.org.uk
🔹 – Support for deaf children and families
📞 0808 800 8880
🌐 https://www.ndcs.org.uk
🔹 – Peer support and information for adults with hearing loss
🌐 https://www.hearinglink.org
This year’s Deaf Awareness Week theme focuses on:
✨ “The Right to Understand – Together, We Break Barriers” ✨
And honestly, sometimes the smallest changes — facing someone when speaking, reducing background noise, being patient, or simply repeating something kindly — can make the world feel far more inclusive. 💙