Action for Deafness are delighted to have received a £300 donation from the Neighbourhood Policing scheme, the donation came after the Police and Worthing Talking Hands club got together with the help of Action for Deafness to discuss how the police could better support Deaf and hard of hearing people.
Many issues were raised as to problems that Deaf and hard of hearing people face when dealing with the Police, especially when the person may be using BSL and potential solutions were discussed. The police were very grateful for the comments and these will help them put together systems to help those with a hearing loss
The donation comes from the Police Property Act Fund (PPAF), made up of monies received by the police from property confiscated by order of the court and then sold.
Action for Deafness will be using the money to help continue supplying free services to Deaf and hard of hearing people.
(Picture shows Michelle Davies & Neil Billingham Community Engagement Officers presenting a cheque for £300 to Gerry Turton Worthing Services Manager for Action for Deafness)
