Action Deafness Cymru

09/02/2026

It’s Welsh Charities Week 2026

An annual event, organised by the Welsh Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA), recognises and celebrates the incredible contributions of charities, voluntary organisations, community groups and volunteers across Wales.

This year’s theme is “Play your part, change lives” - a powerful message that highlights how even small actions can make a big difference!

If you’d like to support our work, there are lots of ways to get involved, visit us at www.actiondeafnesscymru.org.uk

09/02/2026

It's Children’s Mental Health Week 💚

Here are some resources for Deaf, Deafblind and Hard of Hearing children and young people:

🟢 Action Deafness
D-Youth Hub | For Deaf young people to meet others and boost their wellbeing: www.actiondeafness.org.uk/hubs/d-youth-hub

Hubs Connect | For families to connect and access services and support: www.actiondeafness.org.uk/services/hubs

🟣 The Deaf Health Charity SignHealth | Children and Young People Support | One-to-one wellbeing, workshops and resources: http://www.signhealth.org.uk/with.../supporting-young-people

🟡 National Deaf Children's Society (NDCS) | Mental health and wellbeing resources: http://www.ndcs.org.uk/.../supporting-your-deaf-childs...

🟠 Local Deaf Children's Societies and support groups: http://www.ndcs.org.uk/.../ways-we.../local-support-groups

🔵 Childline | Deaf Zone | BSL and English: http://www.childline.org.uk/.../bullying-abuse.../deaf-zone

🟣 BBC Bitesize | Mental health and wellbeing: www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize

🟡 Place2Be | Children's Mental Health Week: www.childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk

🟠 YoungMinds: www.youngminds.org.uk

🔵 NHS
National Deaf Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (Deaf CAMHS): https://swlstg.nhs.uk/deaf-children

Mental health support for children and young people: http://www.nhs.uk/.../children-and.../mental-health-support

Emergency Services 24/7 (App or Web)
🔵 999 BSL - BSL Video Relay
🔵 SMS | Relay UK - Text Relay to contact 999
🔵 NHS 111 BSL - Video Relay
🔵 NHS 111 | Relay UK - Text Relay

👇 Please share any useful resources in the comments

05/02/2026

We’re thrilled to see Peppa Pig introducing a storyline that sees Peppa’s younger brother, George, diagnosed with moderate deafness and fitted with a hearing aid.

🎧 Why It Matters:
• The show was developed in partnership with the National Deaf Children’s Society (NDCS) to make sure George’s experience is portrayed accurately and sensitively — from early diagnosis to adapting to new sounds with support.

• The storyline will even include an episode from George’s audio perspective, helping hearing children understand what the world sounds like for someone who is deaf or hard of hearing.

• George’s audiologist in the episode is voiced by Jodie Ounsley, a deaf athlete and role model, adding authenticity and positive role modelling to the series.

🌍 Inclusion & Empathy in Early Years:
Seeing a mainstream character discover deafness — and learn to navigate the world with a hearing aid — helps children:
✔ Understand that differences are normal
✔ Build empathy and curiosity, not fear
✔ Realise that deaf children can join in, play and thrive with the right support

📺 The episodes are set to start airing in early 2026, with UK launches on Milkshake! and digital platforms.

This is exactly the kind of media representation that helps us build a more inclusive society where all children feel seen, valued and understood. 💙

Read more here:

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-15530339/Peppa-Pigs-brother-George-set-diagnosed-deaf-episode-told-audio-perspective-storyline-branded-powerful-way-teach-kids-difference-empathy-inclusion.html?fbclid=IwZnRzaAPxkOhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEegStpSteSW1JkEBF1HUHjpe3mhasYwXHSlWItUyDsgEnqSGtfgxe5tZ0cllw_aem_qeYiJ1Ea8X-

Peppa Pig's younger brother George will be diagnosed as moderately deaf in an upcoming episode of the iconic kids' show.

04/02/2026

🌡️ Safe & Warm Space – Every Friday in Pontypridd 🌟

Action Deafness Cymru & Pontypridd Deaf Social & Sports Club are proud to support Mannau Diogel a Chynnes / Safe & Warm Spaces here in Rhondda Cynon Taf.

If you’re looking for a warm, welcoming place to relax, connect with others, or simply take a break from the cold, join us:

🗓 Every Friday
⏰ 12pm–2pm
📍 Pontypridd Deaf Centre, Lanpark Rd, Pontypridd, CF37 2DH

Pop in for:
☕ A warm drink
🍎 Refreshments
🔌 A place to charge your devices
💬 A friendly, comfortable environment for all

Whether you’re Deaf, hard of hearing, or part of the wider community, everyone is welcome. Come and enjoy a safe, warm space to unwind.

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🌡️ Man Diogel a Chynnes – Bob Dydd Gwener yn Pontypridd 🌟

Mae Action Deafness Cymru yn falch o gefnogi’r Mannau Diogel a Chynnes yma yn Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Os ydych chi’n chwilio am le croesawgar i gadw’n gynnes, ymlacio neu dreulio amser gyda’r gymuned, dewch draw:

🗓 Bob Dydd Gwener
⏰ 12yb–2yp
📍 Pontypridd Deaf Centre, Lanpark Rd, Pontypridd, CF37 2DH

Dewch i mewn am:
☕ Diod gynnes
🍎 Lluniaeth
🔌 Gwefru eich dyfeisiau
💬 Amgylchedd cyfeillgar a chysurus i bawb

P’un a ydych chi’n Fyddar, yn drwm eich clyw neu’n rhan o’r gymuned ehangach, mae croeso i bawb. Dewch i fwynhau man diogel a chynnes y gaeaf hwn.

04/02/2026

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Here are Wales-specific resources and support for Deaf, Deafblind and Hard of Hearing people living with cancer, or supporting someone who is

Action Deafness Cymru – Specialist support for Deaf, Deafblind and Hard of Hearing communities right across Wales. They offer information, advice, communication support, local hubs and peer support groups.

🎗️ Cancer Support Services (Accessible to Everyone in Wales)

🩺 Macmillan Cancer Support (Wales) – Offers emotional, practical and financial support for people living with cancer and their families across Wales. You can access local services like Cancer Information and Support Hubs, welfare benefits advice, and community meet-ups.

🔹 Macmillan’s Support Line (free, confidential): 0808 808 00 00 – available 8 am–8 pm, 7 days a week. You can request a BSL interpreter or use Relay UK (18001 then number) to communicate in British Sign Language.

🔹 Macmillan provides cancer information in BSL videos and can help arrange BSL interpreter support for the Macmillan Support Line.

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🧠 NHS Wales – Health Information

🔵 Cancer Services in NHS Wales – Cancer information, support, and contact details for the Wales Cancer Network and your local Health Board.

🔹 Public Health Wales Accessible Resources – Some health information (e.g., screening) available in formats including British Sign Language.

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🚨 Emergency & Communication Support

✔️ 999 BSL / NHS 111 BSL – Use video relay services if you need emergency help or urgent medical advice in BSL.
✔️ Relay UK (App or SMS) – Text relay services for contacting 999 or NHS 111 if you are Hard of Hearing.

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💬 Want more Wales-based workshops, information sessions or support groups about cancer?
Reach out to Action Deafness Cymru.

👇 Share your tips or resources in the comments!

02/02/2026

This week is - Here are some resources and support available for anyone living with Tinnitus, or supporting someone who is.

🟡 Tinnitus UK Charity | Tinnitus Week and support: https://tinnitus.org.uk ()
📘 All about tinnitus - easy read: https://bit.ly/4te7DVs
⚪ NHS | Tinnitus Information: www.nhs.uk/conditions/tinnitus ()
🟣 SignHealth | Tinnitus (BSL): https://signhealth.org.uk/videos/tinnitus-2/ ()
🟢 RNID | Tinnitus Guide: https://rnid.org.uk/information-and-support/tinnitus/ ()
🔵 BID Services | Tinnitus Resources: www.bid.org.uk/resources/tinnitus ()

🟢 Action Deafness | Hubs Connect | Meet other Deaf people, and those with hearing loss: www.actiondeafness.org.uk/services/hubs ()

💚 More resources for Deaf, Deafblind and Hard of Hearing people: www.actiondeafness.org.uk/resources

👇 Share your favourite tips or resources in the comments!

31/01/2026

31/01/2026

Rydym yn hynod falch bod Cath, aelod o’n Tîm Gweithredol yng Nghymru, yn rhan o’r prosiect anhygoel hwn gyda Deaf Health Wales 👏

31/01/2026

We are very proud that our Wales Executive Cath is part of this amazing project with Deaf Health Wales - check them out 👀

29/01/2026

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 📣 Galw ar bob person Fyddar yn Cymru!

Rydyn ni’n creu prosiect arbennig ar gyfer Dydd Gŵyl Dewi sy’n dathlu diwylliant, hunaniaeth a threftadaeth y Gymuned Fyddar yng Nghymru ac rydyn ni eisiau CHI fod yn rhan ohono. 💚

Dros yr wythnosau nesaf, bydd Action Deafness Cymru yn ymrwymo i ymweld â Chlybiau Fyddar ledled y rhanbarth i gasglu straeon, atgofion, profiadau byw a myfyrdodau personol am Ddydd Gŵyl Dewi a diwylliant Fyddar yng Nghymru.

Mae eich llais yn bwysig.
Mae eich stori yn bwysig.
Mae eich hanes yn bwysig.

Rydyn ni’n awyddus iawn i glywed gan:
👥 Pobl Fyddar o bob oed
🤟 Defnyddwyr BSL
🏴 Unrhyw un sy’n falch o’u hunaniaeth Gymreig
💬 Unrhyw un â straeon neu atgofion am Glybiau Fyddar, diwylliant, neu draddodiadau Gŵyl Dewi

Dewch i ddathlu treftadaeth, iaith a chymuned Fyddar Cymru gyda ni.

Eisiau cymryd rhan? Anfonwch neges atom neu ymunwch â ni yn eich Clwb Fyddar lleol!
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🇬🇧 📣 Calling all Deaf people in Wales!

We’re creating a special St David’s Day project that celebrates Welsh Deaf culture, identity, and heritage, and we want YOU to be part of it.💚

Over the next few weeks, Action Deafness Cymru will be visiting 6 Deaf Clubs across the region to collect stories, memories, lived experiences, and personal reflections on St David’s Day and Deaf culture in Wales.

Your voice matters.
Your story matters.
Your history matters.

We’re especially keen to hear from:
👥 Deaf people of all ages
🤟 BSL users
🏴 Individuals proud of their Welsh identity
💬 Anyone with memories of Deaf clubs, culture, or St David’s Day traditions

Let’s celebrate Welsh Deaf heritage, language, and community together.

Want to take part? Message us or join us at your local Deaf Club!

29/01/2026

Well done team AD Cymru 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿