Do you have a hearing loss and/or Tinnitus?

HEARING CONNECT at the JDA offers the following services to enable you to become more independent, more informed and thereby more connected to those around you.

People of all faiths, families, carers and professionals working with deaf and hard of hearing people are welcome.

Professional advice on coping with hearing loss and improving communication*

During an appointment, a trained consultant will discuss any difficulties you are experiencing and ways to overcome them. You will have the chance to try out specialist equipment which enables you to:
• Be alerted to the telephone, doorbell, smoke detector, wake-up alarm or baby crying.
• Hear more clearly (e.g. television, radio or a conversation) with or without a hearing aid.
• Adjust the volume on an amplified telephone.
• Communicate by telephone without speech or hearing.

Tinnitus management*

Tinnitus is the medical term for sounds that people hear in their ears or in their head. Our experienced hearing therapist offers Tinnitus Retraining Therapy, helping to minimise the perception of these sounds, and thus make them less intrusive and alleviate the frustration they can bring.

Impartial information on audiology in the NHS and the private sector*

Book an appointment with our independent hearing aid specialist for unbiased information, technical advice and guidance on the most appropriate hearing aids to suit your needs. Click here for dates to make an appointment.

Lipreading classes

Our profoundly deaf lipreading tutor, Jean Wells, teaches three classes per week. Students, who describe Jean as “inspirational”, develop new ways of coping socially, meet people in similar situations, discuss common issues, access useful information and improve communication and confidence. Click here for further information.

HEARING CONNECT book club and discussion groups:

Book club

Reading enthusiasts discuss a book chosen by the group. Tastes range from Alan Bennett to Alan Titchmarsh so there is something for everyone. Participants share their views in a relaxed environment created with the needs of hard of hearing and deaf people in mind. Click here for more information and dates when the book club meets.

Current affairs discussion group

Our highly skilled Chair facilitates conversations and debates on topical matters, ensuring that all who attend can be fully involved and enjoy the discussions. Click here for dates for current affairs discussion group.

Hearing aid users' discussion group

A retired GP with many years’ experience in ENT chairs this group. He is also a hearing aid wearer so his knowledge is from a clinical and personal perspective. Topics are suggested by our clients and in each session he focuses on different aspects of hearing aid use, giving advice and encouraging discussion. Click here for dates for hearing aid users' discussion group

Deaf awareness training courses

These courses are designed for those who work or live with older deaf or hard of hearing people, particularly staff in residential homes or sheltered accommodation and providers of domiciliary services. We help to improve staff working practices to aid communication and understanding – making a happier environment for all concerned.

For more information, please contact Gabrielle Radnor in any of the ways below:

Jewish Deaf Association
Julius Newman House
Woodside Park Road
North Finchley
London N12 8RP

Telephone: 020 8446 0214 (voice and textphone)
Fax: 020 8445 7451
Email: hearingconnect@jda.dircon.co.uk 

*All services marked with an asterisk are provided free of charge. Voluntary donations are deeply appreciated.