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SignHealth is a national charity and its vision is a world where there are no barriers to good health and wellbeing for deaf people. SignHealth work with the deaf community, health services and other charities to help improve the lives of deaf people.They provide a wide range of bespoke services which include supporting deaf women and children who are victims of domestic abuse, outreach, psychological therapy and supported living to deaf people with complex needs.

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For many being Deaf is associated with social exclusion and reduced educational opportunities. It is no wonder that the high rate of mental health problems experienced by profoundly deaf people are often connected to abuse or neglect received at an early age.

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SignHealth’s project DeafHope highlights the vulnerability and isolation of young deaf people who are sadly three times as likely to experience abuse and neglect than hearing children. The DeafHope service is run entirely by deaf professionals and provides life-changing support for both deaf children and adults who are vulnerable to abuse. Pointed in the right direction by a social worker or member of the Deaf community, once someone is in the caring hands of DeafHope, they are safe. Whether they need protection, legal support or emergency shelter.

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