Action on Hearing Loss
The largest charity supporting people who are deaf, have a hearing loss or suffer from tinnitus. Contact them for free information on equipment that could help.
Website: actiononhearingloss.org.uk
Phone: 0808 808 0123
Textphone: 0808 808 9000
SMS: 0780 000 0360 (standard text message rate applies)
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Age UK
Advice for older people on money, care, health, housing and more.
Website: ageuk.org.uk
Phone: 0800 169 6565
Citizens Advice
Citizens Advice provides free, independent advice, whether you’re looking for a better deal, want to make a complaint, would like help paying your bills or want to read up on your rights as an energy customer.
Website: citizensadvice.org.uk/energy
Phone: 03444 111 444
Disability Rights UK
An organisation promoting independent living for disabled people as well as giving support to carers.
Website: disabilityrightsuk.org
The Royal National Institute of Blind people (RNIB)
RNIB offers information, support and advice to people with sight loss.
Website: rnib.org.uk
Phone: 0303 123 9999
Royal Voluntary Service
The Royal Voluntary Service provides practical help and emotional support to help older people remain an active, independent part of the community.
Website: royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk
Phone: 0845 600 5885
Scope UK
Working to make the world a better place for disabled people and their families.
Website: scope.org.uk
Phone: 0808 800 3333
Sense
The national charity that supports and campaigns for children and adults who are deafblind.
Website: sense.org.uk
Phone: 0300 330 9256
Minicom: 0300 330 9256
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