Deaf Action

Space for All - our inclusive group for deaf people in Edinburgh is back 👋 👋 Edinburgh group 📅 Every second Wednesday from 5 November 🕑 1pm - 3pm 📍 Deaf Action, 49 Albany St, Edinburgh, EH1 3QY For more information contact wellbeing@deafaction.org

Work with us 👋 Are you interested in a role supporting and celebrating deaf people? We have two exciting job opportunities. 📑 Trusts and Statutory Fundraiser 🤝 Employability Adviser Head on over to our website to find out more and how to apply. 🔗 ow.ly/4sei50X5siq

Don't miss our BSL Film Club's Halloween screening of Alien 👽 🎞️ Alien 📅 Thursday 9 October 🕖 7pm 📍 Deaf Action, 49 Albany Street, Edinburgh 🎟️ Pay what you can (£0, £2, or £5) 🔞 Over 18s only More info and to book tickets (includes BSL) 👇 ow.ly/OKP750X05NI

Join us for our next BSL Book Club: Sign Between the Lines as we discuss the post-apocalyptic novel 'I Who Have Never Known Men' by Jacqueline Harpman 📖 📅 Thursday 25 September 🕖 7:30pm 📍 @BlackwoodBar Deaf Action, Edinburgh 🎟️ Pay what you can (Free, £2, or £5)

Our Digital Drop-in Sessions are back in Edinburgh 👩‍💻 Meet Suzie, our new Digital Inclusion Officer. Every Thursday, Suzie will be available to support with any tech related issues or questions you might have 👋 📅 Every Thursday 🕛 12pm - 3pm 📍 Deaf Action, Albany St

Discover Edinburgh's deaf heritage with @DoorsOpenDays 🚪 📍 Deaf Action, 49 Albany St, Edinburgh 📆 27 & 28 Sep 🕘 10am - 4pm 🎟️ No booking required Come visit the home of the oldest deaf organisation in the world, and learn more about our history and incredible building 🏛️

BSL Film Club presents Robot Dreams 🤖🐶 Join us for our next BSL Film Club as we screen the 2023 film, Robot Dreams. 📅 Thursday 11 September 🕖 7pm 📍 Deaf Action 🎟️ Pay what you can Book via the Eventbrite page here👇 🔗 ow.ly/s8Wv50WTOGW

Do you have some spare time and want to make a difference? 😀 We’re looking for Volunteer Befrienders to chat with deaf and hard of hearing adults across Scotland. To find out more, please head over to our website 👇 ow.ly/buH850WRKS5

Interested in learning British Sign Language? 🤔 Join our 6 week online or in-person taster course, starting in October and November. 💻 Online 🗓️ Monday & Thursday evenings 🔗 ow.ly/3xR450WQpBj 👤 In-person, Edinburgh 🗓️ Thursday evenings 🔗 ow.ly/z1tO50WQpBl

Join us at Aberdeenshire's Sight Loss, Hearing Loss & Deafness Information Day 👋 📆 Friday 26 September 🕙 10 am - 4 pm 📍 St Andrews Church Hall, High Street, Inverurie, AB51 3QJ Come along and see what our team of Specialist Equipment Advisors could do for you 😊

A huge thanks to Ladywell BCFC for their Charity Football Fundraiser last month - inspired by one of their players, Kris Cairns, whose daughter Lucie was born with hearing loss. Check out their JustGiving page here for more info 👇 ow.ly/goVe50WJy95 📷 Jason Prince

What sort of activities are available to our residents at Easthill Home for Deaf People? 🏡 Our residents enjoy a range of exciting activities and hobbies tailored around their needs and interests. Why not get in touch with us today (includes BSL) 👇 ow.ly/yYwj50WI4TB

Last few remaining spots for our BSL Courses starting in August ⏰ We only have a couple of places remaining on our Level 1 Online Course and Level 2 In-Person Course starting next week. Book now to avoid missing out 👇 🔗 ow.ly/fetj50WFVzK

Where is Easthill Home for Deaf People located? 🗺️ Situated in Ryde, on the beautiful Isle of Wight, Easthill perfectly reflects the area's tranquil surroundings. We have a wonderful community on our doorstep, as well as strong local partnerships. ow.ly/sjWR50WEqiT

Information about our duty drop-in sessions throughout the Edinburgh Deaf Festival 👇 If you would like to meet with one of our CCAs, please ask at reception or contact the team directly to arrange a time to meet 🤝 ✉️ socialcare@deafaction.org 📱07741 323 255 (text only)

❗Important accessibility update – external lift at Deaf Action, 49 Albany Street, Edinburgh is out of order ❗ For any questions about access or to discuss how we can help, please contact us directly. Email: admin@deafaction.org Call: 0131 556 3128 Text: 07775 620757

Introducing the cast of Echoes Across Time 🤩 ✨ Nadia Nadarajah – writer & director ✨ Claire Wetherall – performer ✨ Benedetta Zanetti – performer ✨ Irina Vartopeanu – performer ✨ Naomi Gray – performance interpreter 📅 15 - 17 August Tickets 👇 ow.ly/rsj650WsrZP

Level 1 & 2 BSL Courses 🙌 Our Level 1 & 2 Courses are a perfect place to take your next step on your BSL journey. 📍 Edinburgh & online 📅 Starts in August Places are limited so check our website for more info and book today 👇 ow.ly/vhXf50WtS8I

On Saturday, around 30 incredible volunteers joined us at Easthill Home for Deaf People for a fantastic garden maintenance day🌻 Big thank you to everyone who made it so special. Your time, energy and kindness have made a real difference to the residents and staff at Easthill❤️

Thanks to all our amazing volunteers who are taking part in our Garden Volunteer Day at Easthill Home for Deaf People this Saturday 👏🧑‍🌾 📅 12 July 📍 Ryde, Isle of Wight If you would like to volunteer head over to our website for more details 👇 ow.ly/sIye50Wn5lc