Services for deaf, deafened and hard of hearing adults

The Sensory Team provide services for adults with a hearing impairment.

What we provide

  • Advice, guidance and information
  • Help people to become more independent
  • Equipment/adaptations to the home
  • Social work support for individuals and families

Specialist needs assessment

The first stage will be an assessment of your needs.  If you are eligible for services because of risks to your independence and safety, you will be offered support, advice or services to assist you.

 

How to contact us

Drop-in service below:-

Advice/Information 

Monday 10:30-11:30am, Deaf Centre, Milton Walk, St James Street, Doncaster DN1 3QS          

Tuesday 12:30-5pm, Civic Building, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3BU

 

By Post:

Sensory Team

Adults Health, Well Being and Culture

The Martin Wells Centre

Thompson Avenue

Edlington

DONCASTER      DN12 1JD

Telephone: 01302 737701

Textphone: 18001 01302 737701

SMS: 07979 031116

Email: sensory.team@doncaster.gov.uk

 

All phone lines and text messages will be responded to between 9 am – 5 pm, in an emergency contact Adult Social Services Out of Hours on 03000 218996, or suitable emergency service.

If you require information in another language please ask about our interpreting service.

 

Interpreting Service

An independent British Sign Language / Lip speaking, Deaf / Blind interpreting service is available.  

Contact: Clarion UK

Voice:  01763 291211   

Phone/Text/WhatsApp:  07713082716

Skype:  Clarion UK - Doncaster

Web: www.clarion-uk.com/doncaster

Email: doncaster@clarion-uk.com

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Hearing Aid Services

Hearing aids are provided by the National Health Service.  Contact your doctor who may refer you to Hearing Rehabilitation Centre, Sandringham Surgery, Level 1, Sandringham Road, Intake, Doncaster DN2 5JH. 

If you already have a Health Service hearing aid there is:-

Replacement batteries supplied by post: - Contact Hearing Centre  

Repair service by appointment only: at Hearing Rehabilitation Centre, Sandringham Road.  You can access this service by voice (01302) 644950,  Textphone 07796174900 or email at dbth.hearing.rehab@nhs.net

  

Citizens Advice - Deaf Advice Service

Civic Office, Waterdale, Doncaster  DN1 3BU

By Appointment only

(Available Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday)

Contact us: 

Email: deaf@citizensadvice-doncasterborough.org

Or

Phone: 07378905716 (TEXT ONLY)

Last updated: 13 November 2024 10:57:35

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