This community-based project, run by us is advising new hearing aid users on how to get the best performance from their aids.

Volunteers will be trained to check that hearing aids are working properly and show users how to carry out basic maintenance such as replacing tubing and batteries.

RNID Northern Ireland Outreach Development Officer Maria Boyle said: "We'd be delighted to hear from volunteers interested in the rewarding experience of providing vital support to improve the everyday lives of new hearing aid users in Derry."

"Perhaps you wear a hearing aid yourself and could tap into your own knowledge and experiences to pass on handy hints to new users in your area? We look forward to talking with you about the volunteering opportunities available at the project and how you can help hearing aid users reconnect with family, friends and the community."

Where possible, hours will be negotiable to suit the needs of volunteers and full training and expenses will be provided.

RNID Northern Ireland's hearing aid project in Derry is run in partnership with the Western Health and Social Care Trust, audiology services and social service teams. The project also receives funding from the Big Lottery.

Members of the public who would like more information about volunteering for the project can contact Maria Boyle on telephone 028 7137 4619, textphone 028 7137 7323, or email maria.boyle@rnid.org.uk .