Barry has lived with hearing loss since 40. Now, as an RNID volunteer, he visits care homes to fix hearing aids and offer support that makes a real difference.
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Matt's life changed in just three weeks when he went from perfect hearing to profound deafness. In this blog, he shares the reality of sudden hearing loss, the impact on his independence, and the barriers he faced in healthcare.
"It feels very rewarding to be able to give back,” says Rachel, one of RNID’s youngest volunteers. Living with hearing loss since 14, Rachel now supports others at RNID Near You sessions, offering practical help and advice.
Emma shares how a big night out at university during Freshers' Week left her with tinnitus and how she found her way through it.
Over 40,000 people have joined our It Does Matter campaign to break down barriers for deaf people. Help us reach 50,000.
Audiologist Simon Wierzbicki completes a 124km bike race, a triathlon, and two half marathons all for RNID.
Deaf actor, model and advocate, Georgia Meacham encourages young deaf people to not hide their deafness and instead celebrate who they are.
New research shows a lack of public willingness to help deaf people navigate public transport.
Although some healthcare services meet Esther's communication needs well, others - particularly adult audiology and emergency care - have left her feeling overlooked. Here, Esther shares her experiences in her own words.
Actress, comedian, and author Samantha Baines shares her story of navigating maternity care and healthcare services as a deaf person, highlighting the urgent need for improvements in accessibility.