Support for people who are Deaf or hard of hearing

Our Adult Deaf and Visual Impairment Service (ADVIS) supports adults aged 18 and over who are Deaf or hard of hearing and live in Nottinghamshire.

Our staff understand a range of communication needs, including British Sign Language (BSL) and Deafblind Manual.

How we can help

We can visit you and:

For example, if you wear hearing aids or are Deaf, would you hear your smoke alarm during the day or at night?

We work closely with Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service, who may be able to install an adapted smoke alarm.

Enablement support can help you stay as independent as possible if hearing loss is making everyday tasks more difficult.

We may be able to provide specialist equipment and practical support to help you live independently at home and in your community.

Watch our 2-minute BSL video about the Enablement Service for Deaf and hard of hearing people.

Our Promoting Independence Workers (PIWs) work with Deaf and deafblind people who use sign language.

They work with people in their homes and communities to help them achieve personal goals.

Support is available for up to 12 weeks.

PIWs can help you:

Watch our 3-minute BSL video about Promoting Independence support.

If you need support from ADVIS, contact us to request an ADVIS referral.

If you use British Sign Language (BSL):

If you think you need care and support from us, visit our Care and support in Nottinghamshire page.

You will need a care and support assessment to find out whether you are eligible for support and what type of support we can provide.

You can find local support and services for Deaf people on Your Notts Directory.