Health
DSN is committed to developing and delivering innovative services and support programmes to promote health and well-being in our communities.
We work closely with our service users and partners in health and commissioning to ensure that health messages and services are accessible and available to all, and are always eager to find out about your experiences to see how we can further improve health pathways for people with a sensory loss.
Services
Health Awareness and Deafness (HAnD)
Our HAnD programme promotes health awareness across the Deaf community, and has been a vital source of information and advice over many years. DSN has helped service users understand more about health issues including cancer, heart disease, mental health and stroke awareness, and so much more.
This links well with our wider research into Deafness and Dementia, and our focus on combatting social isolation and loneliness which can have such a negative impact on health if not addressed.
We are proud of our work in this area, and look forward to developing greater links with health partners in the coming years.
Health Awareness and Deafness (HAnD) Workshop
(Click here for the next workshop in Chester)
Health Awareness and Deafness (HAnD) Workshop
(click here for the next workshop in Macclesfield)
Resources
Six great short films to download in BSL from Public Health England
Videos include:
Home isolation and those with symptoms
Essential advice
Spot the signs
How to use the NHS
Face touching
Health Advice In BSL
Deaf people are more likely to be undiagnosed, or poorly treated, for a range of health conditions. To try to help address this, SignHealth have created a library of health advice in BSL.
Consent within the deaf community (with subtitles, BSL & voiceover)
DSN are delighted to be sharing two short, but very important, information films, which were made with the support and help of Chester Sexual Abuse Support Services (CSASS) and Sign Health. CSASS is a great team of friendly woman working to help survivors of sexual abuse ensuring they feel safe and supported.
These educational films are specifically designed to help D/deaf people to understand the complex issues of consent and disclosure and to feel safe and in control.
Please use and share these films on your web-sites and social media to help raise awareness about Consent and how to respond to a Disclosure.
Once you have seen the video’s and if you have any further questions you would like to ask please feel free to contact us at dsn@dsnonline.co.uk requesting a confidential conversation and/or meeting
These films were part of a project funded by Rosa-UK Fund for Women & Girls
SignHealth Coronavirus Impacts Survey Results
In August and September, SignHealth conducted a survey asking deaf people about the impacts of the pandemic on mental health, healthcare and information accessibility. 93 deaf people responded to the survey.
This is the full video of the report.
Visit the SignHealth website to view the full report in English: signhealth.org.uk/resources/coronavirus-impacts-report/
Crisis Text Line for Deaf People
Deaf people who need help with urgent issues such as suicidal thoughts, abuse or assault, self-harm, bullying or relationship issues will now be able to access support immediately. If you’re Deaf and experiencing a personal crisis, unable to cope and need support, text DEAF to the number 85258.

Information and Advice
HAnD Project talk about Menopause at Chester Deaf Centre (Wed 15th Nov) 11:15am – 12 noon
DSN Event at Wrexham Wellbeing Hub
For your information: Employment & Career Advice Session in Sandbach
Macclesfield FC Community Sports Trust are associating with the deaf team to deliver deaf football to Cheshire and surrounding areas
Macclesfield FC Community Sports Trust are associating with the deaf team to deliver deaf football to Cheshire and surrounding areas and would like to open up applications from Deaf and Hard of Hearing people to join them on their journey! Please contact Lee via...
HAnD Project – Coffee and Cake Group meet with Community Liaison Officer (25th September)
Deaf Awareness Week – Some signs for Coronation
Coronation Signs https://youtu.be/p-qj8LUGSXU
Care Home Receives Gold Award
Press Release- April 2023 Care Home Receives Gold Award For Sensory Loss Accessibility A Cheshire care home has become the first in the UK to receive the incus Gold Award for its proactive approach to sensory loss. Both Chapel House Nursing Home...
What is DSN
What is DSN? https://youtu.be/EEJDZxPG6qA
From 4 May 2023 you’ll need to show photo ID when voting
Key Information on Vote - BSL Version Found this from YouTube to help:- BSL: What is voting? - YouTube BSL: Registering to vote - YouTube BSL: What to expect at the polling station - YouTube BSL: Voting for a Mayor - YouTube BSL: Accepted forms of ID - YouTube
Chester BID BSL Video
Incase you missed it Inclusive Chester. Working partnership:- Watch here: Chester BID BSL Video Chester BID BSL Video - YouTube