RNID: For deaf and hard of hearing people.

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Join RNID today

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"RNID and One in Seven have opened up a new world for me." Elaine, North Humberside

If you'd like to better understand or manage your hearing loss, or get regular updates on what's new for deaf and hard of hearing people, help is at hand. Join the largest UK charity for people who are deaf or hard of hearing, and we'll put all this knowledge, and much more, at your fingertips.

Membership prices start from just £12.50 per year. Or you can join our Life Membership scheme for a one-off payment, from £100.

Meet Clair Brinton, RNID Life Member (external link, opens new browser window)

How to join and costs.

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One in Seven

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You'll receive One in Seven, our members' magazine, every two months.

Every issue is packed full with advice on hearing aids, reviews of high-street products and specialist equipment, tips from members and experts on managing hearing loss, subtitled cinema and captioned theatre listings, plus lots more.

The Facts About Hearing Aids

The Facts About Hearing Aids

We'll give you The Facts About Hearing Aids, our current members' supplement. It is packed full of information, from your initial hearing check through to getting your first hearing aid and learning to get the most out of it. Our expert guide with inspirational stories from people who wear hearing aids will be something you can refer to again and again. It's free to members, and £5 to non-members.

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Member testimonials

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We currently have thousands of members supporting our work.  Find out why membership suits them, and if you could benefit too.

"Reading One in Seven makes me feel I am not alone in being deaf, and that there are solutions to some of the problems." Patricia, Hertfordshire.

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Member community

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We encourage our members to actively share tips, advice and problems through One in Seven magazine, and our online 'Your say' section. Members also get in touch with each other via our members-only online directory.

You will have the opportunity to get involved in our campaigns and wider work. But simply by joining you'll add strength-in-numbers to our campaigning voice, so we can make an even bigger impact on behalf of deaf and hard of hearing people.

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Membership email

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We'll send you our exclusive membership email every two months. Every email features a sneak preview of what's coming up in the next One in Seven magazine, plus topical news and information.

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