SCoDBulletin April 2014 www.scod.org.uk | www.youtube.com/deafscotland | www.scod.org.uk | www.youtube.com/deafscotland Scottish Council on Deafness Monthly Bulletin | Subscription: Free to SCoD Members and Associates SCoD News: From the Director Having completed three months with SCoD, I am taking the opportunity to review the period because I have had to prepare for annual reporting and quarterly grant claims. I often feel the cycle of life in the third sector is led by claims and reports. It is useful to use the reporting requirements to take some time and think about the purpose and aims of the organisation and the activities developed to meet them. The ebb and flow of ongoing work has covered a wide scope of themes from mental health, through lip-reading, advocacy and the BSL Bill. At one point, near the beginning of March, I was somewhat overwhelmed with information, data and the endless possibilities. Thankfully, wise council - around eating an elephant, one chunk at a time- was delivered from various people. March has seen the SCoD offices refreshed with a coat of paint and a spring clean. The next month will see an internal focus on health and safety/security and best use of space to meet competing demands. It also saw a very lively debate, organised by BDA, in Moray House on the topic of the Referendum. It was a privilege to attend and be given the opportunity to be interviewed for “See Hear” TV programme. I hope that you are all considering carefully the type of Scotland you want to see in the future. For the bigger picture, the Management Committee have tasked a Strategic Sub Group to look carefully at strategy, finance and structure. The National Council focussed on reviewing the strategic plan developed with the assistance of “Pilotlight”. It was my first opportunity to “engage” formally with member representatives not involved with the Management Committee. The discussions were very productive and I now need to build the contribution into the next quarter as I develop a longer term plan. We will consider carefully how SCoD will best deliver on its purpose. At this stage, it is important to know that there is a great deal of support from members and stakeholders for the organisation. I hope to be building early, positive relationships that bring good joint working; collaborative and partnership opportunities in the future. Can I take the opportunity to thank you all for the welcome and your contribution to SCoD? Thank you very much! Scottish Council on Deafness, Central Chambers, Suite 62, 93 Hope Street, Glasgow, G2 6LD | SC016957 Tel: 0141 248 2474 (v), 0141 248 2477 & 1854 (t), 0141 248 2479 (f), 07925 417338 (sms), [email protected](email), www.scod.org.uk
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SCoDBulletin April 2014www.scod.org.uk | www.youtube.com/deafscotland | www.scod.org.uk | www.youtube.com/deafscotland
Scottish Council on Deafness Monthly Bulletin | Subscription: Free to SCoD Members and Associates
SCoD News: From the DirectorHaving completed three months with SCoD, I am taking the opportunity to review the period because I have had to prepare for annual reporting and quarterly grant claims. I often feel the cycle of life in the third sector is led by claims and reports. It is useful to use the reporting requirements to take some time and think about the purpose and aims of the organisation and the activities developed to meet them.
The ebb and flow of ongoing work has covered a wide scope of themes from mental health, through lip-reading, advocacy and the BSL Bill. At one point, near the beginning of March, I was somewhat overwhelmed with information, data and the endless possibilities. Thankfully, wise council - around eating an elephant, one chunk at a time- was delivered from various people.
March has seen the SCoD offices refreshed with a coat of paint and a spring clean. The next month will see an internal focus on health and safety/security and best use of space to meet competing demands.
It also saw a very lively debate, organised by BDA, in Moray House on the topic of the Referendum. It was a privilege to attend and be given the opportunity to be interviewed for “See Hear” TV programme. I hope that you are all considering carefully the type of Scotland you want to see in the future.
For the bigger picture, the Management Committee have tasked a Strategic Sub Group to look carefully at strategy, finance and structure. The National Council focussed on reviewing the strategic plan developed with the assistance of “Pilotlight”. It was my first opportunity to “engage” formally with member representatives not involved with the Management Committee. The discussions were very productive and I now need to build the contribution into the next quarter as I develop a longer term plan. We will consider carefully how SCoD will best deliver on its purpose.
At this stage, it is important to know that there is a great deal of support from members and stakeholders for the organisation. I hope to be building early, positive relationships that bring good joint working; collaborative and partnership opportunities in the future.
Can I take the opportunity to thank you all for the welcome and your contribution to SCoD? Thank you very much!
From the Editor: Work on the website continues in an effort to bring the site up to standard of the old site, which was overflowing with useful information! We continue to collect data on site usage. Visit our site www.scod.org.uk and email the [email protected] to let us know what you think!
As a wee reminder - our web calendar is your tool to publicise and promote your events and activities. It is a popular landing place for site visitors. Please feel welcome to send me information about your service for me to add to the calendar. I am always happy to help promote your activities.Also, is there an organisation or group in your area that would benefit from receiving the Bulletin? If so, please either forward this on to them or urge them to get in touch to get added to the mailing list. Thanks!
Scottish Council on Deafness, Central Chambers, Suite 62, 93 Hope Street, Glasgow, G2 6LD | SC016957Tel: 0141 248 2474 (v), 0141 248 2477 & 1854 (t), 0141 248 2479 (f), 07925 417338 (sms), [email protected] (email), www.scod.org.uk
Janis and Mandy attended this event last month and took along and distributed many of our information materials including our latest DVD, Deaf People at Home. They also made some new contacts with public agencies and hope to go again next year. We will be looking at materials and banners that better reflect SCoD as a “Partnership” representing the members interests and will pick up how we might develop that approach as we review the strategic plan with the members and develop a five year plan by the autumn.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Equality and Access for Deaf People Project by Rosie Rutherford, Project OfficerWhen beginning a new project, one of the most important foundations are strong team working and relationships. This team works like many teams today, meeting once a week in person and for the rest of the time using email, facetime and other communications it operates virtually. This needs clear systems in place to make sure we work effectively. So we have been busy creating and exploring how we can do this. It is essential that we are inclusive and that the project can benefit from the different perspectives and skills that the different team members offer.
Creating inclusion within our team and thinking about meeting the needs of individual team members so each can offer their best, reflects the basic principles that SCoD and this project are promoting. The principle of taking a rights-based and person centred approach underpins all of the work the project will be undertaking. It will inform the thinking and decision making. A rights-based approach means we will aim to strengthen the capacity of those who have a duty towards Deaf and Deafblind people in relation to employment and public services, like education and health, while at the same time we will seek to empower Deaf and Deafblind people – those who hold the rights. SCoD will benefit from our learning.
A person centred approach is where the organising and providing of services are rooted in listening and understanding what it is people want and need, in order for them to live in the communities that they choose. The project team understand how important this is which why we have set up a team of representatives (Project Implementation Group) from members of the British Sign Language & Language Access Working Group to support us in developing and implementing our plans. This supports us to have direct access to people who are Deaf/ Deafblind so that we can stay focused on the inequalities they experience and understand what this means to them and their life chances. An essential element of working in any project is to measure how it is going – to evaluate it. If this is to be a truly useful exercise then it needs to be done throughout the project and not just at the end. For this reason the whole team has now attended training provided by Voluntary Action Fund. The training was offered on the method of evaluation called Learning, Evaluation and Planning. (LEAP). So currently we are developing the information in the data base of our account with LEAP. This will make sure that we plan this project consistently and using measures that we have agreed will illustrate how the project has made a positive impact – looking at the changes it has been able to facilitate and deliver.To find out more, email the project officers: Derek Todd: [email protected], Rosie Rutherford: [email protected] or Stephen Joyce: [email protected]
Trek for SCoD!Set yourself a new challenge: explore some of Scotland’s beautiful countryside on one of our treks – raising vital funds for SCoD as you go! We are delighted to offer you a number of treks, including, for the first time, The Sutherland Trail in August. For more information, please visit our website: www.scod.org.uk/support-3/ or tele/textphone us here at SCoD. The numbers you need are at the foot of this page.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Shopping with Amazon? Support SCoD at No Extra Cost to You!It really is that simple. So if you’re thinking of shopping on Amazon, please help SCoD by visiting: www.scod.org.uk/ information and click the Amazon logo before you do your Amazon shopping. If you are viewing this bulletin online, simply click the Amazon logo on the left.
General News
You No Longer Need to Look in Lots of Different Places for Health Information!
One source of informationIn a world where there is so much information, it’s reassuring to know there’s a place where you can find out what you need to know about health matters. It’s even more reassuring to know that it’s from NHSScotland.NHS inform is a new, health information service designed to give you access to the information you need, when you need it. You can find it online at www.nhsinform.co.uk or over the phone on 0800 22 44 88 (8am – 10pm).
NHS inform services We can provide:
general information on medical conditions; answers to commonly asked health questions information on health and welfare topics; www.healthinmylanguage.com – for translated health information (including BSL); a behind the headlines feature – looking at the health issues making the news; links to local information across NHSScotland; information on your rights; an online enquiry service.
One route for everyoneWe provide access to trustworthy information that can help you in many different ways. We can give you information on medical conditions, answer common health questions and keep you up to date with all the latest health-related news items.We also have lots of information on specific health and welfare topics from living with diabetes or asthma, to finding out how to register with a GP. We hold links to local information across Scotland, such as support groups in your area and details of your rights when it comes to your health.If you can’t find what you are looking for, there’s an online enquiry service, or you can call us on 0800 22 44 88 and a member of the team can find the answer for you.
A developing serviceBecause we are still developing and improving NHS inform, we will be continually updating the service to ensure we provide you with the most relevant and up-to-date information currently available.
Answers in one placeNHS inform can find the answer for you, whether you:
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want to know when your local GP surgery is open; want to know what vaccinations you’ll need for your holiday; want to know how to join a stop-smoking group; are looking for support groups or a family planning clinic.
Contact usIf you have any comments or questions or would like more information about how NHS inform is developing, please email: [email protected]
Alternative formatsA leaflet is available in various languages and formats (large print, easy read, cassette, BSL video, Braille). Contact 0800 22 44 88 or via textphone using prefix 18001.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Talking about Child Protection Have you had any experience of receiving support from Child Protection services?
The University of Edinburgh, led by Professor Julie Taylor with partners from Strathclyde and Coventry Universities are undertaking an NSPCC funded research study exploring the experiences and views of maltreated disabled children and young adults about child protection services.
This issue has not been explored from the perspective of deaf and disabled young people before in the UK, so it is hoped that the study will provide valuable lessons about how services can better protect and support them.
We are looking to interview deaf or disabled children and young people aged 11 – 26 years from across the UK who have either experience of the child protection system, or who may have been abused but did not access services. Interviews will be made accessible according to the young person’s individual needs.
The aim of this study is to find from deaf or disabled young people where they think child protection services are getting things right and where they might be getting them wrong. There are video clips on the website which explains more about the project.
Website: www.childprotection.ed.ac.uk/public-information-participate-in-research/talking-about-child-protection/ If you want more information or want to take part in the project, please contact [email protected] | Oovoo: childprotectionstudy | Tel: 0131 651 6259Please let people know about this study.
Trying to quit smoking? Did you know that you can access Smokeline using the NHS 24 online BSL interpreter?
Smokeline is the national stop smoking phone line; open every day, 8am-10pm. Smokeline advisers can give you all sorts of tips on how to quit and where to get support. We can give you information on using Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) like patches or gum, and chat to you to help you get over a craving.Remember, you are more likely to quit smoking with the right help. To contact Smokeline using a BSL online interpreter, go to www.nhs24.com and select BSL services or click on this link: http://www.nhs24.com/ContactUs/OtherLanguages/BSL
Smokeline: 0800 84 84 84 – call free 7 days a week, 8am – 10pm www.canstopsmoking.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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New Fire Safety Guidance for Care Homes in ScotlandThe new guidance is issued by Scottish Ministers in terms of section 61(2) of the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005. It supersedes the February 2008 version and has been substantially edited to make it more user-friendly, taking account of comments received during a public consultation exercise. The guidance featured on the publications section of the Scottish Government’s website in March. It is also available on the FireLaw web pages under the ‘Sector Specific Guidance’ section:http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Justice/public-safety/Fire-Rescue/FireLaw/FireLaw/SectorSpecificGuidance/Daycare‘FireLaw’ offers guidance on fire safety for all those who have responsibility for, or operate, non-domestic premises in Scotland as set out in Part 3 of the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005. http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2014/03/1383
A copy of the associated Ministerial news release is available here:http://news.scotland.gov.uk/News/New-care-home-fire-safety-guide-a1e.aspx
Self Directed Support Goes Live!1st April 2014 the Social Care (Self-Directed Support) (Scotland) Act came into legal force
Everyone in Scotland who receives care and support from their local authority Social Work Services will have the right to Self Directed Support (SDS) from today.This is a major change in how social care services are delivered, and Self Directed Support, done properly, has the potential to help people realise choice and control, and can contribute to Independent Living.
Glasgow Disability Alliance is funded through the Scottish Government's Self Directed Support Strategy to deliver the 'SDS Road Testers' projectThe four elements of Road Testers are: • Providing information and advice• Sharing learning• Developing SDS champions• The My Choices project, which is focused on creating a vision for Self Directed Support.Read more about the Road Testers, in this pdf: http://www.gdaonline.co.uk/imageuploads/Pathways-SDS-Sep13.pdf
The My Choices is the central feature of the wider project which was set up to explore what is possible for disabled people when they are given the opportunity to have real choice and control over their lives, including the support necessary to exercise that control . The project provides an inspirational vision into what real Self Directed Support could achieve.
Over 350 disabled people, public agencies and third sector organisations gathered at the Thistle Hotel on 19th March to attend the GDA 'My Choices' conference.
GDA's Purple Poncho Players performance set the scene through light-hearted but thought provoking songs, poetry and sketches, based on disabled peoples experiences.
Delegates heard from Alex Neil, Cabinet Secretary for Health and Wellbeing, Councillor Malcolm Cunning, Executive Member for Social Care for Glasgow City Council and Dr Sally Witcher, OBE, Chief Executive of Inclusion Scotland and the author of the innovative My Choices Action Research report. The event was chaired by Tressa Burke, Chief Executive of Glasgow Disability Alliance.
You can read more about the day from The Herald: http://gallery.mailchimp.com/734ae51fda16fde4cac718a37/files/Genuince_control_Can_transform_lives_of_disabled_The_Herald_21_March.pdf Genuine control “can transform the lives of disabled.”
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Disabled People and their Organisations Call on Councils to 'Work with Us'
A national network of disabled people's organisations is calling on local councils to work with them to make sure that a new model of social care is a real success. From April 1st every local authority in Scotland will have a legal responsibility to offer 'self-directed support' (SDS), enabling disabled people to have increased freedom, choice, dignity and control over the support they need to live an independent life.
The offer ‘to work with us’ comes from Self Directed Support Scotland (SDSS) – a national network of Disabled People's Organisations that share information and expertise on the successful delivery of 'self-directed support'.
SDSS Manager Jess Wade said: “When being told about or deciding to use SDS some disabled people may welcome support to know all their options, make an informed choice and/or manage this choice. Our members across the country offer independent information and support to disabled people. We can learn from each other's expertise and make sure people have the confidence to achieve positive change and get the support that's right for them.”
SDSS members include Disabled People's Organisations like the Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living and the Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living that also offer information on other aspects of Independent Living such as housing, employment or welfare.
Disabled People’s Support Organisation’s work is based on disabled people’s experience of disablement and discrimination and what it takes to live more independent lives. All the organisations are run by boards where disabled people are in the majority, making them properly representative. LCiL Chief Executive Officer Florence Garabedian said: “We believe that Disabled People's Organisations are vital to making self-directed support a success, both for disabled people and for the public bodies that have a legal duty to work with them. Without the right information and support, disabled people might not get the most out of self-directed support, and councils and others providing care might get things wrong, and simply miss the opportunity to change things for the better of all. Our members provide solutions that help prevent that from happening.”
See more at: http://www.sdsscotland.org.uk/showlog.php?weblogid=149#sthash.VmOqfB4H.dpuf ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Patient Advice and Support ServiceUse your rights :: Know your responsibilities :: Share your experience :: Make a differenceThe Patient Advice and Support Service is an independent service which provides free, accessible and confidential information, advice and support to patients, their carers and families about NHS healthcare. The Patient Advice and Support Service:• can provide you with information, advice and support if you want to give feedback or comments,
or raise concerns or complaints, about healthcare provided by NHS Scotland• helps you understand your rights and responsibilities as a patient • works with the National Health Service (NHS) in Scotland to improve healthcare provision –
work that can be done because of the feedback you provide.
You can access this service from any citizens advice bureau in Scotland. Your CAB adviser will refer you to a Patient Adviser if it is appropriate, who can provide specialist help or support regarding the NHS in Scotland. Visit www.cas.org.uk or use the phone book to find your local CAB.
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What can a Patient Adviser do?If you are referred to a Patient Adviser, the assistance they can offer includes:• explaining the NHS complaint procedure and providing the information and advice to help you• make a complaint • helping you to write letters and make phone calls • supporting you if you have to attend a meeting with your local NHS healthcare provider• giving you information on how to find health services, social care, and other related services• giving you advice on how to access the treatment, care or support• helping you access your medical records, and providing practical help with getting clinical
records.Patient Advisers can also help you to understand the information once you have it.
Advice is good for your healthLots of problems such as debt, employment, housing and legal difficulties – whether big or small – can affect your health and wellbeing, not just those relating to healthcare and treatment.The Patient Advice and Support Service is provided by Scottish citizens advice bureaux, a network of local, independent charities. This means our trained advisers can also give you information, advice and support on just about anything. Solving your problems will help you feel better.www.cas.org.uk/patientadvice | [email protected]
Do you have any feedback or comments, concerns or complaints about the NHS?If you tell the NHS they can keep doing what’s good and improve what’s not so good.
Contact CAB if:• You need information, advice or support to give feedback or comments, raise concerns or
make complaints about the healthcare you have received from the NHS• You would like to know more about your rights and responsibilities as a patient.Visit www.patientadvicescotland.org.uk or use the phone book to find your local CAB.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Commonwealth Games 2014Volunteer Support Pot and Volunteer Host City Glasgow Project
Volunteer Support Pot As their Games Workforce teams have communicated to their volunteer applicants (and now our successful clydesiders), public funding is available to provide financial support to clydesiders who might otherwise be prevented from volunteering at the Games, by means of the Volunteer Support Pot. clydesiders with accessibility requirements, for example those who require to be accompanied by a BSL interpreter, are encouraged to apply for funding via the website http://www.volunteerscotland.net/volunteersupportpot
It would be really helpful if the existence of the Volunteer Support Pot could be promoted to the Deaf community so that hopefully those involved in volunteering will be fully aware of it. They are really keen for everyone to be aware of the support that is available, to make sure that there are no unnecessary barriers to volunteering.
Deaf performers – Festival 2014Please do contact the Culture email address for any suggestions for Deaf performers taking part in Festival 2014? The address is [email protected]
Volunteer Host City Glasgow Project:More information about this project from Laura Easton, the Project Manager for the programme. [email protected]
Employment AllowanceEmployers can reduce the amount of National Insurance contributions (NICs) they pay for their employees by up to £2,000. This is called the ‘Employment Allowance’.
Employment Allowance can be claimed from 6 April 2014.
You won’t have to pay any employer National Insurance contributions at all if you usually pay less than £2,000 a year.
Up to 1.25 million businesses and charities will benefit from Employment Allowance. Around 450,000 businesses and charities won’t have to pay any employer National Insurance contributions at all.
Use the Employment Allowance calculator: www.employmentallowance.com/allowance-calculator/to see how the allowance could affect your contributions.
EligibilityEmployment Allowance is for nearly all employers that pay Class 1 National Insurance contributions on their employees’ and directors’ earnings. This includes:
businesses charities community amateur sports clubs
There are a small number of businesses and organisations that can’t claim Employment Allowance.
How to claimYou can claim through your payroll software.
Find out more about claiming Employment Allowance:https://www.gov.uk/employment-allowance-up-to-2000-off-your-class-1-nics and what the government is doing to make it easier to set up and grow a business:https://www.gov.uk/government/policies/making-it-easier-to-set-up-and-grow-a-business--6 .
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Third Round of Coastal Communities Fund (CCF) Reopens for ApplicationsFor more information on funding priorities, eligibility criteria and to download an application form, visit www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/global-content/programmes/uk-wide/coastal-communities Please forward this email through your networks and specifically to relevant organisations that could fit the programme requirements. Please note, 26 of the 32 local authority areas are eligible. In case this has come to you by mistake the following local authority areas are not eligible – East Ayrshire, East Dunbartonshire, East Renfrewshire, North Lanarkshire, South Lanarkshire and West Lothian.
CCF aims to support the economic development of UK coastal communities by awarding funding to deliver sustainable economic growth and create jobs. The Big Lottery Fund is delivering the CCF on behalf of Government.
Grants of £50,000 and over are available. The following types of organisation can apply:• local authorities• development agencies in Scotland• other public sector bodies• charities• voluntary and community sector organisations• social enterprises, including cooperatives and community ownership initiatives• private sector companies. For CCF round three, we are looking for fully developed projects that can spend their CCF award by 31st December 2016. It is important for potential applicants to be aware of this requirement.
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You can find out more, including the specific priorities for Scotland, by visiting our website (www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/global-content/programmes/uk-wide/coastal-communities) and downloading a copy of our help notes. Projects seeking over £100,000 from CCF for capital works should contact us to book a pre-application interview to discuss the eligibility of your project by emailing us at [email protected] or calling 0845 4 10 20 30.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------People’s Millions ReopensPeople’s Millions reopened to applications for communities across Scotland. Awards of up to £50,000 are available. For more information, please read http://bigblogscotland.org.uk/2014/03/11/what-could-50000-do-for-your-community/
The deadline for groups to apply is 12 noon on 16th May. To apply, visit: www.peoplesmillions.org.uk/
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Creative Breaks 2014 ProgrammeGrants to develop short breaks services Could your organisation benefit from funding to develop a new short break service? Or could you manage a local fund that makes grants available directly to carers to pay for their own break? The Creative Breaks programme is part of the Short Breaks Fund and is now open for applications. It distributes around £1m per year in grants to third sector organisations to extend the menu and availability of short breaks for carers and those they care for.The deadline for applications is noon on Friday 16th May 2014. Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their applications by the end of August.
About Creative BreaksCreative Breaks distributes funding from Scottish Government to third sector organisations operating in Scotland. The programme is managed by Shared Care Scotland, a national carers’ charity. The aim of the programme is to develop new services that support families that have a caring responsibility, possibly because a family member has a disability or long term condition. Do you want to know more? Visit Shared Care Scotland’s website http://www.sharedcarescotland.org.uk/short-breaks-fund/Creative+Breaks+Programme.html The website also has details about local workshops to help with your application.Or phone Shared Care Scotland on 01383 622462.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Help Richard Durno with his ResearchResearch for Counselling and Deaf PeopleWe would like deaf volunteersCan you help?Richard Durno from Glasgow is doing an MSc University Research Project on:Deaf Peoples’ Attitudes to CounsellingHe is looking for deaf people who are British Sign Language users or users of sign language interpreters. • Do you know about counselling for deaf people? • Do you know where deaf people can go for counselling?• What do you think about existing counselling services for deaf people?• How can we do better?If you like to help Richard in his research please contact: Email: [email protected] Telephone: 07748607721 (text)
Charity Times Awards 2014 – Now Open for EntriesDeadline for entries: 15 May 2014 – enter now!
The Charity Times Awards reaches its fifteenth year in 2014 and this highly successful, popular, and growing annual gala event will be bigger and better than ever. The Charity Times Awards continue to be the pre-eminent celebration of best practice in the UK charity and not-for-profit sector.
The awards are FREE to enter and open to any UK-based registered charity, or international charity with registered UK offices (and commercial organisations in relevant categories). View the categories: www.charitytimes.com/awards/categories.phpHow to enter: www.charitytimes.com/awards/how_to_enter.php
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2014 Edinburgh Book Festival: 9th – 25th August Important dates for this year’s Festival have now been finalised so put them in your diary pronto!Details of this year's line-up will be revealed at our programme launch on Wednesday 11th June.Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Tuesday 24th June.www.edbookfest.co.uk for more information.
Festival runs from 16th – 18th May at the Light House, WolverhamptonDeaffest is the UK's leading Deaf film and arts festival, and there is now just over 6 weeks left to send your film for consideration for the 2014 festival!In order to apply, your film needs to have "a significant Deaf involvement," whether in terms of being made by Deaf filmmakers, or having a Deaf element to the story.It can either be entered for screening at the festival, or, if you're a young Deaf filmmaker, for the Young Deaffest Film Award.Shortlisted films will be screened at Deaffest throughout the weekend of 16 – 18 May 2014.It is free to submit your film before the deadline of Friday 28 February, but after that, it will cost £15.To find out more, visit the Submissions page: http://deaffest.co.uk/deaffest-2014-3/submission-form-for-deaffest-2014/, and have a look at the criteria. There is also a BSL signed clip, and a video in International Sign too. Submissions should be posted to the address below. If you have any questions, you can email Jackie Law, who is the Deaffest Co-ordinator, at: [email protected] Write to Jackie at: Zebra Access Ltd, Creative Industries Centre, Wolverhampton Science Park, Glaisher Drive, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV10 9TG
Events Self-Directed Support (SDS) Open MeetingWorking in partnership with Avril Hepner, BDA Community Advocacy and BDA Development Officer Weds 9th April from 5.30pm – 7.30pmGlasgow Centre for Inclusive Living, 117-127 Brook Street, Glasgow, G40 3AP
Do you want to find out more about SDS?Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living, Deaf Action and the BDA want to meet you to talk about:• How SDS can give you control of day to day support• What you need to know and do about SDS• What kind of support you need from SDS to have access to services• Real life stories about SDS
For more information and to book your place, contact Avril Hepner:Email: [email protected] -- SMS: 07814386298 -- ooVoo: Avril.Hepner.BDA
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------European Election Hustings EventMon 28th April, Surgeons' Hall, Nicolson Street, Edinburgh EH8 9DW SCVO is hosting an election hustings event ahead of the European elections on 22nd May 2014. This is an opportunity for all the candidates to address voters on the issues that matter to you and your organisation. Candidates from all the political parties will debate the issues and take questions from the floor.The election hustings event gives you the opportunity to meet the candidates, listen to their manifestos, and ask them questions before you decide who to vote for.The event will take the form of a theatre style debate and is aimed at everyone interested in the European elections.Places are free but booking is required. Book your place here: http://www.scvo.org.uk/events/european-election-hustings-event/
Deafness and AutismWith Dr Helen MillerWeds 28th May: 6.30pm – 8.30pmRussell Suite or Drawing Room, The Scotsman, 20 North Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1TRHealthy Deaf Minds Scotland invites Dr Helen Miller, a Consultant Psychiatrist from South West London and St George’s NHS Mental Health Trust to discuss autism and Deafness
Everyone (Deaf and hearing) is welcome to attend - BSL/English sign language interpreters and electronic notetakers are provided. There will be a loop in the room.Admission is free and refreshments will be provided.NB – Please note the change of venue in Edinburgh.Healthy Deaf Minds is able to continue with the generous funding from Edinburgh and Lothians Health Foundation--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Cochlear Implants – the Latest DevelopmentsWeds 24th Sept from 6.30pm – 8.30pmRussell Suite or Drawing Room, The Scotsman, 20 North Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1TR
Healthy Deaf Minds Scotland invites the Cochlear Implant team to talk about their work and services including developments within the team.
Everyone (Deaf and hearing) is welcome to attend - BSL/English sign language interpreters and electronic notetakers are provided. There will be a loop in the room.Admission is free and refreshments will be provided.Healthy Deaf Minds is able to continue with the generous funding from Edinburgh and Lothians Health Foundation
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--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Future Deaf Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service in ScotlandWeds 26th Nov from 6.30pm – 8.30pmThe Art House, Abode Hotel, 129 Bath Street, Glasgow G2 2SZ
Healthy Deaf Minds Scotland invites Dr Nicoletta Gentli to share her work with the Deaf Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service in London.
Everyone (Deaf and hearing) is welcome to attend - BSL/English sign language interpreters and electronic notetakers are provided. There will be a loop in the room.Admission is free and refreshments will be provided.Healthy Deaf Minds is able to continue with the generous funding from Edinburgh and Lothians Health Foundation
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Scottish Leaders DinnerTues 8th April from 5.30pm – 9.30pmThe Royal Bank of Scotland, 1 Albyn Place, Aberdeen AB10 1BRCost: Members £30 / non-members £50.An invitation to the Aberdeen Scottish Leaders Dinner with: Martyn Evans, Carnegie
This Leaders Dinner is one of a series of thematic discussion dinners that ACOSVO (the Association of Chief Officers of Scottish Voluntary Organisations) is hosting throughout 2014 with support from the Royal Bank of Scotland.ACOSVO is delighted that we will be joined by Martyn Evans, Carnegie who will talk on the theme of ‘'Ten Steps for Charities and the #Indy Ref'.We hope you will welcome this opportunity to discuss this and other topics during dinner. We are confident that this RBS sponsored ACOSVO event will be a stimulating and convivial occasion and hope you will be able to attend.The format of the evening will be:5.30 pm: Arrival & reception/ 6pm: Presentations & discussion/ 7pm: Dinner and further discussionThe evening will finish by 9.30pmFollow this link to book your place:http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-leaders-dinner-ten-steps-for-charities-and-the-indy-ref-tickets-10603480295?aff=eorg or if you’re reading a paper copy of this bulletin and that’s too much to type, visit www.eventbrite.co.uk and search for “acosvo”
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Homecoming Scotland 2014 - a year of brilliant momentsScotland is getting ready to welcome the world and herald the this very special year. In 2014 Scotland will not only welcome the world for the 40th Ryder Cup and the XX Commonwealth Games, but we will celebrate all that is great about our country as part of Homecoming Scotland 2014 celebrations.
More information from: www.homecomingscotland.com
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Personal Advocacy Drop-in SessionsTuesdays from 11am – 1pmWith Avril Hepner, BDA Community Advocacy and Development OfficerAvril will offer independent, confidential, one-to-one (peer) advocacy services for Deaf BSL users.Explain what advocacy is and how to use the serviceShe will find information to help you to make your own decisions and choices, put you in touch with other organisations and sources of support and advice. Venue: BDA Scotland, Suite 58, 1st Floor, 93 Hope Street, Glasgow, G2 6LDEmail: [email protected]; SMS: 07814386298; ooVoo: Avril.Hepner.BDA
Send the Deaf to Orkney – Again?Jeff McWhinnney, Significan’t / SignVideo and Graham Turner, Heriot Watt UniversityTues 15th April from 6.30pm – 8pmPLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED SOON
Special Event! Deaf Edinburgh Heritage Trail John Hay, British Deaf History SocietyTues 13th May from 6.30pmMeeting point: Outside Deacon Brodie pub, 435 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, Eh1 2NT
Post-School Transitions for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People in ScotlandMariela Fordyce, University of EdinburghTues 3rd June from 6.30pm – 8pmRoom LG34, Land, Moray House, School of Education, University of Edinburgh
Exploring Mental Well-being in BSL with Deaf PeopleKatherine Rogers, University of ManchesterTues 2nd Sept from 6.30pm – 8pmVenue to be confirmed============================================================================All events are freeBSL/English interpretation available at all events (unless specified differently)Check for updates: www.sites.google.com/site/edsignlecturesFacebook: www.facebook.com/edsignlectures Twitter: www.twitter.com/EdSignLecturesEmail: [email protected]
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Deaf Action: Open Day Friday 9th May: 10am – 2.30pm
Deaf Action is hosting an open day in their head Office in Albany Street on Friday 9th May 2014. There will be presentations in BSL from a wide range of organisations and also information and advice stalls for attendees to gather more information.
This Information Day is for BSL users and those presentations not signed will be interpreted by BSL/English interpreters.
More information written and signed will be uploaded soon onto Deaf Actions and Deaf Blethers Facebook pages.
If you would like to know more you can also contact : Kaz Langlands, Money Matters Adviser Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and FridayDirect: Telephone: 0131 652 3209 | E Mail: [email protected] Mobile-Sms/text: 0779 294 1629 | Facetime: [email protected] Webcam: OOVOO - Kaz Langlands |Skype: kaz.langlands1
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ALL Deaf Cruise: October 25th, 2014 until November 1st, 2014Starts in Puerto Rico, goes to Tortola BVI, St John, Antigua, Aruba, Curacao and then back to Puerto Rico. Featured Deaf Entertainers: John Maucere, Marlee Matlin, Deanne Bray and Troy Kotsur.ASL Interpreters provided on board!All entertainment included! Any questions, call Passages Deaf Travel at: VP: 757-389-8833 | Voice/VRS: 757-258-9181 Or visit: http://passagesdeaftravel.com/dfc2014/index.htm
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BSL (British Sign Language) and Deaf Awareness Classes in ScotlandBSL and lip-Reading Evening Classes at Donaldson’s School
Donaldson’s is pleased to introduce their programme of teaching courses for 2014/15
British Sign Language (BSL) is the first and preferred language of an estimated 70,000 deaf people in the UK. Donaldson's can offer Introduction to BSL, a ten-week beginners course aimed at those who wish to learn the basics of the language; to BSL Level 1 and BSL Level 2 which are longer Signature certified courses for those who wish to develop their communication skills even further.
The Signature BSL courses are also suitable for deaf people who want to gain a formal qualification in their native language.
Introduction to British Sign LanguageThe Introduction to British Sign Language course has proven to be very popular for anyone who wishes to learn the basics of British Sign Language (BSL) or get a taster session before going on to do the Signature BSL Level 1 course. You do not require to have any previous experience of BSL, so can be open to anyone age 16 or over. It is certified by Donaldson's School and is delivered by a qualified BSL Tutor.
Course Dates for 2014/15Tuesday 26 August to 28 October 2014, 6.30pm-8.30pmThursday 4 September to 30 October 2014, 6.30pm-8.30pmWednesday 11 March to 27 May 2015, 6.30pm-8.30pmCourse Fee: £150 (10 week course)Visit: www.donaldsons.org.uk/training-courses.aspx
British Sign Language Level 1 (Signature)The Signature British Sign Language Level 1 course is ideally designed for students who have completed the Introduction to British Sign Language course or have a basic facility with BSL. The Level 1 Course is fully accredited by Signature and is delivered by a qualified BSL Tutor.
After the course students will be able to communicate with Deaf people and BSL users using simple everyday language over a range of common topics. You do not require to have any previous experience of BSL, so can be open to any adult. Course Dates for 2014/15 Tuesday 18 November 2014 to 16 June 2015, 6.30pm-8.30pmThursday 20 November 2014 to 18 June 2015, 6.30pm-8.30pm Course Fee: £370 (26 week course) - includes all course and examination feesVisit: www.donaldsons.org.uk/training-courses.aspx
British Sign Language Level 2 (Signature) The Signature British Sign Language Level 2 course is a more advanced course that is designed to enable learners to develop an ability to communicate with deaf people using BSL in a range of familiar contexts, participating in longer and more open-ended exchanges than at Level 1.
All students must have successfully completed the Signature BSL Level 1 course prior to registering for this course.
Fully accredited by Signature and delivered by a qualified BSL Tutor.
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Lipreading ClassesWhen you suffer from a hearing loss talking to people can be difficult and frustrating. The 10-week Lip-reading for Beginners course is aimed at adults suffering from an acquired hearing loss and will help you to communicate more easily and to regain confidence. The informal and friendly class will help you to learn to see and recognise some speech that you cannot hear.
Lipreading for BeginnersWe understand the difficulties and frustration many adults suffering from an acquired hearing loss may face when trying to communicate with others. Lip-Reading can help you to communicate more easily and most of all help you to regain your confidence.
The Lip-Reading for Beginners course is for any adult who has never been on a lip-reading course before or would like a refresher course. You will learn to see and recognise some of the speech you cannot hear.
Donaldson's lipreading classes are delivered by a member of the Association of Teachers of Lipreading to Adults (ATLA), in an informal and friendly setting within our modern acoustically treated classrooms.
Course Dates for 2014 Thursday 4 September to 30 October 2014, 6.30pm-8.30pmCourse Fee: £50 (10 week course)
Bespoke Deaf Awareness Training Although there is a general awareness of the needs of deaf people, many do not take account of it because it is a hidden condition. The 'I've signed up to Donaldson's' Deaf Awareness course has been designed to help organisations and individuals achieve an effective understanding on the range of social, cultural, environmental and technological issues that have an impact on the deaf community.Learners will be taught basic sign language that will allow them to communicate with deaf people. In addition, participants will be made aware of the essential 'dos and don'ts' when communicating with deaf people. Courses can be tailored to meet the requirements of business users.The 'I've signed up to Donaldson's' deaf awareness course will help your organisation to become compliant with the Equalities Act.
Dates for 2014/2015Dates and times may be flexible to meet the needs of your organisation. We may also be able to hold the training courses in your work place.
BSL (British Sign Language) Sessions for Learners in ScotlandBSL Café – GlasgowLearning BSL? Are you looking for a place to meet other learners and get support for assessments? Well this is ideal for you! This session gives you the opportunity between classes to try out your signing or maybe you haven't signed in a while and want to brush up. Please note that there will be no teaching at these sessions but discussion topics may be suggested to get the conversation going. Deaf BSL users willing to assist learner development would be welcomed. This is open to all levels of learners with one rule - NO talking! The next session is: Sat 15th March at 2pmVenue: St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art, 2 Castle Street, Glasgow G4 0RH
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Edinburgh BSL GroupElaine’s Cuppa Cake on South Clerk Street every second Thursday 7pm – 8.20pm. Are you learning BSL or are you a BSL user? We meet every fortnight in a cafe to blether in BSL. Qualified BSL tutor, Mark MacQueen (of ‘Bespoke BSL’) supports the groups and attends every fortnight.Contact Rachel on: 07814198715 or [email protected] Facebook: Edinburgh BSL Group.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sign ClubDeafblind Scotland hosts a sign club in its Lenzie base every second Thursday between 6pm and 8pm. You can practice your sign in an informal setting with tea, coffee and treats. For more info email [email protected]
Training / Workshops / Courses / Conferences
Deaf Sporting Heritage13th – 18th July 2015Edinburgh
Deaf History International 2015 Conference Deaf History International 2015 Conference will be held in Edinburgh from 13th to 18th July. This conference is co-hosted by British Deaf History Society and Deaf History Scotland. The website, www.dhi2015.com, is now live and will soon be filled with useful information about the conference so bookmark it now! We will also provide more details here when known.
Legal Interpreting for Qualified and Trainee Interpreters: Places Limited!
The Academy of British Sign Language, in conjunction with RAD (Royal Association for Deaf People) Deaf Law Centre will be running a Taster course in Legal Interpreting for qualified and trainee interpreters (the course is open to SASLI, ASLI, NRCPD VLP members and those who are BSL Level 4/6). The course will be delivered by Rob Wilks, who is a Deaf BSL user and a qualified solicitor. Attendees will therefore have an opportunity to learn from a solicitor who understands and uses the legal system on a daily basis. PLEASE NOTE: The course will reflect the legal system in Scotland.Rob is accustomed to working with BSL/English Interpreters when delivering legal work in tribunals and court cases. Participants will also have the chance to explore the implications of interpreting for Deaf consumers in legal settings. The training will be supported by Jeff Brattan-Wilson, who is the RAD’s Deaf Law Centre Manager.
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Jeff is one of the first people to become a qualified BSL/English Translator and is able to offer a unique perspective on various scenarios in courts and tribunals. Participants will have the opportunity to understand the differences in interpreting for tribunals such as Employment, Benefits, and Court (Court of Session, Sheriff Court). This training will also examine the challenges that interpreting frozen text will bring and some practical solutions. The training will take place in Central Chambers, 93 Hope Street, Glasgow G2 6LD (opposite Glasgow Central Station) on Saturday 31st May from 10am – 3pm. The course costs £100, inclusive of all materials, tea coffee; a light sandwich lunch will be provided. Certificates will be provided as evidence of Continuing Professional Development.Please note: places are limited – book now to avoid disappointment.For further information and to book your place, please email [email protected]
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Let’s Make A Better Future for BSL Teaching: National Conference for BSL TeachersSaturday May 17th, 10am – 5.30pm: Manchester Deaf Centre, Crawford House, Booth Street, Manchester M13 9GH
For more information, email: [email protected] Signworld and Manchester Deaf Centre would like to announce a national conference aimed at all BSL teachers. It will be hosted at Manchester Deaf Centre on Saturday May 17th.
BSL teachers are faced with many challenges in the 21st century: How do I keep up-to-date with improved methods of BSL teaching? How can new technology help me improve my teaching and get better results? How can I make my teaching more business-like and get a fair income? How can I benefit from sharing my experiences and ideas with other BSL teachers?
This conference will tackle all of those issues. It will give BSL teachers new ideas to improve the way they teach, help them get better results and make a better income.
Led by Linda Day and Tessa Padden, the directors of Signworld, the conference will also feature presentations and workshops by other experts in BSL teaching, training and education. A full programme will be published shortly.The cost of attending the conference is £55, including lunch.
Signworld is now accepting bookings for the conference. To book, or for more details contact: [email protected] | www.signworldlearn.com
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Need Help and Advice About Hearing Loss?Deaf Action’s free course ‘Sound Advice’ takes place over three weeks and aims to help you cope will with your hearing loss. Courses are available at the following locations:
Perth: 14th, 21st & 28th April, 10.00 - 12.30Kirkcaldy: 3rd, 10th & 17th April, 13.00 - 15.30Dundee: 14th, 21st & 28th April, 12.45 - 15.45Montrose: 16th, 23rd & 30th April, 09.30 - 12.00Livingston: 8th, 15th & 22nd April, 13.00 - 15.30Haddington: 9th, 16th & 23rd April, 13.00 - 15.30
The course will cover: • Benefits and limitations of hearing aids• Care of your hearing aids • Communication tactics
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• Assertiveness• Specialist Equipment• Other useful organisations
For further details or to book a place, please contact: Deaf Action, 49 Albany Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3QY Tel: 0131 556 3128 SMS: 07775 620 757 Email: [email protected]
Volunteering Opportunity Volunteers Sought for 2014 Sign Circle FestivalFriday 25th July – Monday 28th JulyLongridge Showground, Lower Lane, Longridge, Preston, PR3 3SQ
Why should you volunteer at Sign Circle 2014? Volunteers will get a free ticket, t-shirt and drinks such as water, tea and coffee through the
weekend. As a volunteer you will gain experience and meet new people. When the festival is finished you will be proud of your hard work. Volunteering with us will look good on your CV.
Volunteers have to: Be over 18 years old. Give a deposit of £80 when you are successfully offered a place (will be given back on last
day). Be enthusiastic and committed. Be able to sign. Know how to have fun!. Be available to arrive on Thursday the 24th July at 12:00pm and leave on Monday at 2pm.
What you need to do: Have a look at the roles available and pick your favourites. Give us at least two options. Complete the online application form before 25th April 2014. Wait for us to inform you which role you have been awarded.
RolesActivities Supervisor, Arts Crafts, Bar Assistant, Children's Supervisor, Cleaning, Communicator, First Aid Officer, Information Officer, Maintenance Staff, Photographers Cameraman, Recycling, Security Officer, StewardIf you have any problems please contact [email protected] so we can advise how to proceed. We look forward to hearing from you!
BSL - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRUg6bGU82A
Artlink: Gallery events for visitors with a hearing impairmentArtlink is an Edinburgh based arts and disability organisation established in 1984. They believe participation in the arts has an important role to play in realizing personal and social change and to increase opportunities to take part in the arts for those who experience disadvantage or disability in the East of Scotland.Let Loose is a series of artist-led workshops set up by Artlink exploring text in art and cover a range of artforms from collage to performance, all gently introduced. In each workshop, an artist will talk about their own work before leading a fun, practical activity. Workshops are free and refreshments will be provided and a loop system will be available and an electronic notetaker will support all sessions.
Games and ChoreographyWeds May 14th Quaker Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2JL from 10.30am – 2pmLed by Anthony Schrag and choreographers Lucy Boyes and Robbie Synge. The workshop will begin with word games, developing into playful movement and choreography.
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Group Reflection and PlanningWeds June 25th Quaker Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2JL from 10.30am – 2pmGroup review of experiences across the workshop series and discuss plans for a longer term project.Book your place: www.artlinkedinburgh.co.uk
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Subtitle and Caption ClubSubtitles in films and captions in theatres have been a great boon to many who enjoy getting the most out of both types of entertainment. This new club offers a chance to meet others using subtitles and captions. Register for a year’s worth of monthly trips to either a film with guaranteed subtitles, or a theatre performance with captions. Times chosen will reflect the preferences of those who register, either daytime or evening and dates will vary as to when the events are programmed. Events coming up include the Lion King and Long Day’s Journey into Night at the Lyceum Theatre. To join, or for more information contact Beryl Homan [email protected] or 0131 621 8316 for more details. Admin fee £5.
Accessible Theatre: Interpreted---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Full listings on our website: http://www.scod.org.uk/calendar/---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Edinburgh | Signed
Union, Weds 9th April at 7.45pmLyceum, 30b Grindlay Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9AXBox Office: Tel: (0131) 248 4848, Text relay: 18001 (0131) 248 4848www.lyceum.org.uk BSL Interpreters Louise Holden and Rosie Addis
Brassed Off, Sat 3rd May at 2.30pmKing’s Theatre, 2 Leven Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9LQ. Tel: 0131 529 6000 Fax: 0131 662 1199 Text relay: 18001 (0131) 529 6003BSL interpreters Gill Wood and Mark Sherwin
Uncle Varick, Sat 10th May at 2.30pmKing’s Theatre, 2 Leven Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9LQ. Tel: 0131 529 6000 Fax: 0131 662 1199 Text relay: 18001 (0131) 529 6003BSL interpreters Paul Belmonte and Mark Sherwin
Happy Days – a New Musical, Sat 17th May at 2.30pmKing’s Theatre, 2 Leven Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9LQ. Tel: 0131 529 6000 Fax: 0131 662 1199 Text relay: 18001 (0131) 529 6003BSL interpreters Shaurna Dickson and Rosie Addis
Pressure, Weds 21st May at 7.45pmLyceum, 30b Grindlay Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9AXBox Office: Tel: (0131) 248 4848, Text relay: 18001 (0131) 248 4848 | www.lyceum.org.ukBSL Interpreters Louise Holden and Rosie Addis
Avenue Q the Musical, Sat 14th June at 2.30pmKing’s Theatre, 2 Leven Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9LQ. Tel: 0131 529 6000 Fax: 0131 662 1199 Text relay: 18001 (0131) 529 6003BSL interpreters Gill Wood and Mark Sherwin------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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The Libertine, Thurs 15th May at 7.30pm | Interpreters: Catherine King & Yvonne StrainCitizens Theatre, 119 Gorbals Street, Glasgow G5 9DSBox office 0141 429 0022; Email: [email protected]
Wicked, Weds 21st May at 7.30pmKing's Theatre, 297 Bath Street, Glasgow G2 4JN. Tickets from theatre Box Office on Bath Street (open 10am-6pm, Mon-Sat) or tel (v0844 871 7648 Option 4; text relay calls 18001 0844 871 7677 or email [email protected]; www.atgtickets.com/glasgow (bkg fee)
Accessible Theatre: Captioned
The Federation of Scottish Theatre www.scottishtheatres.com/ oversees captioning in Scotland’s theatres. Contact your local theatre and ask to be added to their mailing list. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
When booking tickets, ask for seats suitable for viewing the captions!
When booking tickets, ask for seats suitable for viewing the captions!
Edinburgh | CaptionedUnion, Sat 12th April at 2.30pmLyceum, 30b Grindlay Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9AXBox Office: Tel: (0131) 248 4848, Text relay: 18001 (0131) 248 4848www.lyceum.org.uk
Brassed Off, Weds 30th April at 7.30pmKing’s Theatre, 2 Leven Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9LQTel: 0131 529 6000 Fax: 0131 662 1199 Text relay: 18001 (0131) 529 6003www.edtheatres.com
Uncle Varick, Fri 9th May at 7.30pmKing’s Theatre, 2 Leven Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9LQTel: 0131 529 6000 Fax: 0131 662 1199 Text relay: 18001 (0131) 529 6003www.edtheatres.com Tickets: £16.50 - £25
Happy Days: A New Musical, Thurs 15th May at 7.30pmKing’s Theatre, 2 Leven Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9LQTel: 0131 529 6000 Fax: 0131 662 1199 Text relay: 18001 (0131) 529 6003www.edtheatres.com
Pressure, Sat 24th May at 2.30pmLyceum, 30b Grindlay Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9AXBox Office: Tel: (0131) 248 4848, Text relay: 18001 (0131) 248 4848www.lyceum.org.uk
Avenue Q the Musical, Thurs 12th June at 7.30pmKing’s Theatre, 2 Leven Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9LQTel: 0131 529 6000 Fax: 0131 662 1199 Text relay: 18001 (0131) 529 6003www.edtheatres.com
20th Century Boy, Thurs 25th Sept at 7.30pmKing’s Theatre, 2 Leven Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9LQTel: 0131 529 6000 Fax: 0131 662 1199 Text relay: 18001 (0131) 529 6003www.edtheatres.com------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
When booking tickets, ask for
Glasgow | CaptionedThe Libertine, Thurs 22nd May at 7.30pmCitizens Theatre, 119 Gorbals Street, Glasgow G5 9DS
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Wicked, Thurs 22nd May at 7.30pmKing's Theatre, 297 Bath Street, Glasgow G2 4JN. Tickets from theatre Box Office on Bath Street (open 10am-6pm, Mon-Sat) or tel (v0844 871 7648 Option 4; text relay calls 18001 0844 871 7677 or email [email protected]; www.atgtickets.com/glasgow (bkg fee)------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Captioned Films at the CinemaMore listings on our website: http://www.scod.org.uk/calendar/ Updated daily!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Edinburgh: Filmhouse, 88 Lothian Road, Edinburgh EH3 9BZUnder the Skin, Sun 13th April at 1.10pmOnly Lovers Left Alive, Thurs 1st May at 6pm------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Glasgow: Glasgow Film Theatre, Rose Street, Glasgow, G3 6RBCalvary, Fri, 11th April at 4pm, Tues 15th April at 8.40pm, Sat 19th April at 1.45pm and Tues 22nd April at 6.20pmThe Double, Mon 14th April at 8.30pm, Thurs 17th April at 2.10pm------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inverness: Eden Court cinema, Bishops Road, Inverness IV3 5SALabor Day, Thurs 17th April at 6pmNoah, Tues 22nd April at 7.15pmCopy Deadline for the Next IssueAs always, the deadline is the end of this month. Please forward your contributions for the next bulletin to: [email protected].
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