The World Federation of the DeafBlind (WFDB) is a non-profit, representative organization of national organizations or groups of deafblind persons and of deafblind individuals worldwide. The aim of WFDB is to be a forum of exchange of knowledge and experiences amongst deafblind persons and to obtain inclusion and full participation of deafblind persons in all… Continue reading World Federation of the Deafblind
Deafblind International (DBI) is an international not-for-profit membership organisation focused on deafblindness. They connect individuals who are deafblind, their families, professionals, researchers, developers, service-organisations, libraries, universities, national and international agencies and any other relevant partner in the field to make a real difference in the lives of people with deafblindness around the world.
St Joseph’s House is a unique residential community for Deaf and Deafblind adults whose residents come from all over Ireland, and further afield in some cases, and enjoy a full and active community life supported by a range of professional staff, trained in ISL.
The Irish Deaf Society supports the Irish Deaf Community and their families by providing advocacy services, resources in Irish Sign Language, a wide range of classes for Deaf adults and Irish Sign Language classes for all.
The Cork Deaf Association (CDA), which is a charity part-funded by the Health Service Executive, aims to support and empower the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Communities in Cork city and county. It provides a wide range of supports to people who are Hard of Hearing, Deaf, deafblind and their families. This includes ISL classes,… Continue reading Cork Deaf Association
The Anne Sullivan Foundation (ASF) is a national organisation that raises awareness of deafblindness, carries out charity fundraising, training and research and runs outreach and advocacy services. It also funds and manages various projects that have a positive impact on both the residents of the Anne Sullivan Centre and of the wider community of people… Continue reading Anne Sullivan Foundation
This vibrating alarm clock has good strong vibrations, up to 113dB alarm and can also have a flashing display. The clock is mains powered with a battery backup for the clock feature. Other features include display dimmer and flashing alert lights in alarm mode. It has adjustable alarm volume and tone control, a vibrating pad… Continue reading Sonic Bomb Alarm Clock
This range of toys includes those with hearing aids, cochlear implants, glasses and wheelchairs. You’ll find toys from a range of manufacturers including some mainstream ones such as Lego and Sylvanian Families. These toys can be purchased online through the Toy Like Me website.
This vibrating travel alarm clock has good strong vibrations and a 90dB alarm. The clock is easy to set and use, with vibrate only, beep only or vibrate with beep modes. There is also a test button to try out the different modes. You may wish to put the vibration cushion under your mattress instead… Continue reading Sonic Shaker Alarm Clock
Strong imperial tape measure, 60 inches long made of plastic-coated fabric enabling you to measure by touch to the nearest half-inch. Different sized round eyelets mark every foot, inch and half-inch.
