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Advice and support

We support all deaf children, their families, and the people who work with them - no matter where they go to school, what kind of hearing loss they have, or what hearing aids or implants they use.

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  • All advice and support topics

    Browse the National Deaf Children's Society advice and support webpages by topic.

  • Ways we can support you

    We provide information, advice and support for families of deaf children, deaf young people, professionals and anyone else who needs it.

  • Real-life stories

    Read real-life stories from deaf children, young people and their families across the UK.

  • Language and communication

    Find out about the different ways deaf children and young people can communicate.

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