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‘Poor’ NHS interpreting services leading to misdiagnosis and deaths.
On BBC Radio Four this week, 'File on Four' covered a story about 'Poor' NHS interpreting services leading to misdiagnosis and deaths. ...
BINGO at the DRC was a FULL HOUSE!
We had a 'Full House' with over 60 people from the vibrant D/deaf community who came together for an unforgettable evening, marking a...
Design a Teddy Competition – Win Family Cinema Pass
This is your chance to design a Family Hub Mascot and WIN a FAMILY CINEMA PASS. Sutton Family Hub are thrilled to announce a fun and creative...
St Helen’s Council want to hear your views on Adult Social Care (BSL)
St Helens Council want to get your views on the things that matter most to you to create a vision of their Adult Social Care services of the...
Opportunity for D/deaf visual artists with Wonder Arts and DRC
Wonder Arts are delighted to share that they are looking for a D/deaf visual artist from the North West to deliver one of our Communities of...
UK Deaf Sport launch a Fair Play for Deaf Athletes Campaign and need your help
a UK Deaf Sport are launching a Fair Play for Deaf Athletes Campaign on 15 November 2023. UK Deaf Sport is asking everyone including deaf...
UK first as Deaf scholar Annelies Kusters becomes full professor at University (with BSL)
The information can be seen in BSL here: https://youtu.be/WisYha0qJVM Annelies Kusters, an expert in the study of deaf communities...
Casting Call for 2 Deaf girls who can Sign
CASTING CALL Articulate Drama School and Agency are looking for two deaf girls who can sign. One needs to be 14-15 years old, and the other...
It’s CHRISTMAS!! Festive fun events for the whole family at DRC
Head on over to our events page, where you will unwrap a whole heap of festive fun. From Christmas Fayres, Christmas Bingo to Christmas...
DRC attend the Launch of St Helens Family Hub – and what a great event it was
Members of the Children & Family team at the Deafness Resource Centre recently participated in the launch of the first Family Hub in St Helens....
Mixmups: Deaf-Created Kids’ Series with Disabled Leads Premieres on Channel 5’s Milkshake!
A groundbreaking children's series known as Mixmups, created by a deaf writer and featuring disabled lead characters, is set to make its...
St Helens Hub November Newsletter is here!
In the latest update below, you will find valuable information about Family Hubs, including: A further introduction to St Helens Family Hub How...
Children from DRC & Deaf Active feature in See Hear for Children In Need
For the first time, See Hear is dedicating an entire programme to support BBC Children in Need, and Yvonne and Julian are on a mission to...
A Spooktacular Affair: The Deafness Resource Centre’s Halloween Bash
On the eerie night of Wednesday 25th October 2023, the Deafness Resource Centre was transformed into a realm of spine-tingling...
We are Hiring – Cleaner/Caretake Role (15 Hrs a week)
We are looking to recruit a Cleaner/Caretaker to work Monday to Friday during the evening (minimum 15 hours per week) The successful...
Rick Astley’s Unique Twist on Classic Hit for Hearing Awareness Campaign
Rick Astley, the iconic singer renowned for his timeless hit "Never Gonna Give You Up," has embarked on a remarkable musical project by...
Wirral Primary School’s Family Sign Project: Enhances Communication with BSL
A four-week group family sign project in Wirral, conducted at a local Primary School, has recently concluded. The primary objective of...
14th Annual Report & AGM – DRC are Going From Strength to Strength
" DRC Team with Mayor of St Helens and Councillor Lynn Clark We held our 14th Annual General Meeting on the 11th October which was chaired by...
“As The World Tipped” FREE! Once in a lifetime Aerial Theatre – no need to prebook
As The World Tipped by Wired Aerial Theatre Saturday 21 October, 6.30pm Site open to public from 5pm. Performance begins at 6.30pm...
How does World Mental Health Day help the Deaf Community?
10th October is World Mental Health Day, and can play a significant role in supporting the D/deaf community by raising awareness, promoting...
Are you a Deaf parent? Want to help in some future research?
Are you a deaf parent of a child/children (hearing or deaf, doesn't matter) who is younger than 18 years old? Goldsmiths’ wants to know about your...
A massive Thank You to the Trustees at Garfield Weston Foundation
A massive Thank You to the Trustees at Garfield Weston Foundation The Deafness Resource Centre (DRC) is celebrating with a heartfelt "Thank...
In their own words – “How the St Helens Support Group restored my peace”
Living with Tinnitus can be an overwhelming challenge, with the constant noise in one's head taking a toll on a person's well-being. Discover...
Deaf trailblazer Tasha joins Great British Bake Off for a sweet slice of history
It's been unveiled that this year's Great British Bake Off will feature Tasha, a 27-year-old from Bristol who is Deaf. She is the show's...
Exciting News: ICAN’s first Sign Class is a big hit with young people!
Breaking barriers and building bonds: Young people dive into learning British Sign Language at the pioneering ICAN Sign Class at DRC this week. And...
Booking for our Events just got easier !!
Booking on our events has just got easier!! All you need to do is click on the link below (remember to save and bookmark it! 📌) and you can...
Do you want to Learn BSL? New Level 1 & 2 courses start this Autumn
Do you want to learn a new skill or build on what you have already learnt? We still have places available on our Signature Deaf BSL Level 1 and...
World Day of the Deaf 2023
The World Day of the D/deaf is observed on the last Sunday of September, which falls on September 24th this year. This special day commemorates the...
Inclusion and Empowerment: The ICAN Project’s Journey for young people & their families
In a world where everyone deserves to feel valued and empowered, it's essential to address the communication barriers faced by individuals...
How the BSL GCSE will help break down barriers for D/deaf people
We believe that the forthcoming BSL GCSE holds the potential to bridge the gap between the deaf and hearing communities. There is a big push...
Pilkington’s Angling Association Reels in £830 for DRC in Charity Fishing Event!
On Saturday, September 2nd, the dedicated members of Pilkington's Angling Association cast their lines for a meaningful cause at the picturesque...
Attention Young Carers: Great Opportunity!
The Deafness Resource Centre will be hosting a Basic Sign Language Workshop on the 21st of December 4:30pm - 5:30pm at The Young Carers Centre. This...
Behind the Silence: Why D/deaf children are falling behind in early years
“We’re failing deaf children” - that’s the blunt conclusion from the National Deaf Children’s Society after it was revealed two-thirds of...
Direct Payment support – Nathan’s Journey – Watch his video
Watch Nathan sign his journey here: In October 2021, Deafness Resource Centre were approached to provide support to a young person through...
Why being part of Hard of Hearing Support Groups has mattered to me…
"Being part of the Hard of Hearing Group has not only made me happier, but also my family. They see the positive change in me... I’m...
Bridging Communities: The importance of learning BSL
In a world where communication is everything, embracing diversity is crucial. British Sign Language (BSL) does more than facilitate conversation; it...
Help for Tinnitus: Finding relief and support
WHAT IS TINNITUS? Tinnitus is a condition characterised by the perception of sound within one’s ears or head, without any external source for that...
The importance of Deaf Clubs and Community Groups
Deaf clubs and community groups play a crucial role in fostering a sense of belonging, empowerment, and support for individuals who are...
Our Youth Residential Trip, 2023…What an adventure!
In August 2023, a group of 10 enthusiastic young individuals embarked on a transformative journey to Kingswood in Colomendy, North Wales, for an...
Making our website accessible for all
Accessibility on demand Our website has just got more accessible! Over 1 billion people worldwide encounter barriers when trying to read and...