Action for Deafness

Sophie D

Audiology Administrator & BSL Support

Being a hearing child of profoundly born Deaf parents, Sophie had always held a strong interest in working within, and for, the Deaf community. Whilst doing several A levels at sixth form college, Sophie attended an evening class gaining CACDP levels one and two in British Sign Language which she thoroughly enjoyed.

Sophie joined Action For Deafness in September ’08 as the Worthing Resource Centre Assistant providing aftercare and advice to those with hearing aids, and demonstrating and selling equipment to provide more independence to those with a hearing loss. In Sophie's words, "the real highlight of the job is seeing all the people who walk through our door who really appreciate the work that we do, and compliment on how much we have helped them in whatever way they needed".

Sophie is now Audiology Administrator handling the patient management system in Worthing and Haywards Heath, although she continues to support the organisation with her BSL skills when required. Sophie is keen to continue improving her BSL skills whilst working for Action For Deafness and has ambitions to become a qualified British Sign Language interpreter.