Information Line (Freephone)
Telephone 0808 808 0123
Textphone 0808 808 9000
informationline@rnid.org.uk
Telephone 0808 808 0123
Textphone 0808 808 9000
informationline@rnid.org.uk
RNID: For deaf and hard of hearing people.
Our factsheets and leaflets
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RNID has lots of information about deafness, hearing loss and tinnitus which we make available in free factsheets and leaflets. You can print this information yourself, or order copies from our Information Line, which will also send you the posters and cards described in this section. We also have a wide range of publications for sale in our online RNID Shop.
Benefits and services
Read our factsheets and leaflets about various benefits and services that you may be entitled to if you are deaf or hard of hearing, including Attendance Allowance, Disability Allowance and Industrial Injuries Benefit.
Communication
In this section you can find factsheets that tell you about the ways that people who are deaf or hard of hearing and hearing people can communicate. We also have handy cards, useful posters, and guides to some of our other communication products.
Deaf awareness
Find out more about being deaf, hard of hearing or deafblind in our factsheets. We also have posters and packs that you can order.
Employment
If you are an employer, or a deaf or hard of hearing person who is employed or looking for work, or are thinking of working with deaf people, then you will find relevant factsheets here.
Equipment
Here you can find factsheets on equipment for deaf and hard of hearing people, ranging from alarm clocks to videophones. You can also find out how to order our equipment catalogue and a induction loop sign.
Healthcare
Our factsheets will help you to understand a range of hearing-related medical conditions and procedures. You can also find out how to look after your hearing and what to do when flying.
Hearing aids
Find out about hearing aids and audiology services, including the National Health Service hearing aid service.
Tinnitus
Learn more about tinnitus, and the drugs, therapies and self-help techniques that may help manage the symptoms.
Your rights
Information about legal rights for deaf and hard of hearing employees and customers, their employers and those who provide goods and services. The factsheets include guidance on the implications of the Disability Discrimination Act.
