RNID: For deaf and hard of hearing people.

We regularly produce topical members-only supplements to help you better understand and manage your hearing loss, get to grips with new technology and access the services available to you. In the past we've produced supplements on hearing aids, tinnitus, technology and access to entertainment.

Front cover of the Access publication

Our current supplement, Access, will give you the confidence to access equipment, communication support, NHS services, employment, entertainment, transport, holidays and, above all, access to everyday life at home with your loved ones.

See the contents page of Access (PDF 42KB).

Equipment

Find out about how equipment can have a positive impact on your life, and where to get hold of it.

Communication support

Learn how lipreading classes could change your life.

NHS services

Read our advice on getting everything you’re entitled to.

Employment

Discover your rights and entitlements, and services to help you.

Travel

Read our tips for hassle-free journeys, whether you're going to the shops or Barbados!

Entertainment

Find out about accessible entertainment, from theatre to cinema to TV.

Read an extract from Access and find out how lipreading classes changed Jean Wells' life (PDF 76KB).

Access was published in 2007 and features contributions from RNID's Campaigns, Communication Services, Health Action and Regional Communications teams.