Interpreters
We commission interpreters when necessary. We work in partnership with several organisations to ensure that the care and support needs of people with sensory impairments are met.
Training
We are committed to ensuring that our social care workforce is aware of the needs of people with sensory impairments. We do this by arranging suitable training such as Deaf Awareness and BSL training.
How we can support you
We may be able to support people with sensory impairments to
- access appropriate support from social care, such as a Care Act assessment
- transition from education to adulthood
- to access supported living and employment
- cope with additional disabilities such as stroke and dementia
- live more independently
- access information and advice about local support services
When specialist assessments and services are needed, for example with deafblind people, we will commission a specialist service to carry out the assessment and provide any necessary support. We are committed to ensuring the care and support needs of people who are deafblind are met.
More information, including ways to access social care support is available on our dedicated website section.