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Web site: www.dudleydcs.org.uk Charity number: 1016532 Email: dudleydeafchildrenssociety@yahoo.com Website: www.ndcs.org.uk New Helpline number: 07951644598 Free helpline number: 0808 800 888
NEWSLETTER 73 FEBRUARY/MARCH 2018
PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW HELPLINE NUMBER
07951664598
PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW Email ADDRESS
dudleydeafchildrenssociety@yahoo.com
When typing in the new email address – make sure you have the double ss in the middle –
and no ‘s in children’s
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DDCS Committee
Chairperson: Mrs. Helen Fox
Secretary: Mrs. Karen Forbes-Chapman
Treasurer: Mr. Nick James
Membership secretary: Mrs Shelagh James
Newsletter editor: Mrs. Janet Evans.
Next committee meeting: Wednesday14th March 2018
The Meeting Room, Stourbridge Community Fire Station, Parkfield Road, Stourbridge. DY8 1HA
7.30 till 9.30
Anyone is welcome to come to our informal committee meetings – the dates are on the Newsletters
and the DDCS website/calendar, so please try to come and see what we do to help you, your
children, and your family. Light refreshments are served.
2017 proved to be an amazing year for DDCS, celebrating our Ruby
anniversary. We had our Ruby day out at the Zoo in August followed by the
Variety Children’s Charity Safari Park Event in October. In early December we
had our Christmas Party and finally rounded off the year’s activities with an
afternoon Santa hunt at the Black Country Living Museum.
“We had a lovely Christmassy
afternoon at the Black Country
Museum looking for Santa. The event
was well organised and everyone in the
group looked like they were enjoying
themselves, even the grown-ups! It was
very magical and Christmassy, Thank you again to the DDCS for a lovely trip”
MH
Hello 2018
What a fantastic start to 2018. All 40 tickets to the Panto Jack and the
Beanstalk were allocated and an amazing time was had by everyone,
even though some of us got a little wet after being squirted by cheeky
Simple Simon!
Farewell 2017
We would just like to let you know that
we had a lovely time at the
Pantomime on Saturday, J
kept signing MORE & laughing his
head off when Simple Simon was
shooting water over the audience,
Thank you so much it was a lovely
afternoon from start to finish. JH
My favourite bit was the man
fighting with the mum with light
sabre. The lady named Amy kissed
the man, his pinky, his elbow, his
knee. Then he hurt his bum, then he
asked Amy... Then the lights went
off, it was a joke' H.C.
On 26th and 27th January, there was a signed performance of a new version of Snow
White at the Arena Theatre, Wolverhampton. Several families attended and said what
an amazing show it was.
“Just been to see Mirror Mirror at the Arena Theatre. Myself, my mother and my 3yr old
profoundly deaf daughter can only say it was awesome.
My daughter was mesmerised, she never moved only to laugh
and sign with them.
It was performed by 2 outstanding actresses which would be
hard to define against famous ones.
Their take was hilarious. Thank you for an amazing show. AB”
February March
Maisie B Aatiqah A
Kian C Aryan B
Ellie F Haroon E
Sienna F Devon F
Kobie L Ahmed I
Azaria O Ella M
Keici Reanne S Emily M
Holly T Joseph W
George W
Samuel W
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WHAT EVENTS WOULD YOU LIKE DDCS TO ARRANGE FOR 2018?
Thank you to everyone who has already filled in our DDCS feedback forms from
2017. If anyone has any further ideas as to what events you would like to see
happen or take part in during 2018 then please email your suggestions to
dudleydeafchildrenssociety@yahoo.com
Watch out for new forthcoming events……………….
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COOL NEW TECHNOLOGY AVAILABLE
Wake up with the new iLuv Smartshaker 2 This compact vibrating pad is ideal
for a deaf young person who likes to do everything using their smartphone.
You download an app onto your iOS or Android phone to control the
Smartshaker which links to the phone using Bluetooth. You can set up to 10
alarms, 8 ringtones, 3 levels of vibration and it also has a snooze button. It has
a rechargeable battery and the app warns you when the battery is running
low.
Or try the Sonic Alert Traveler This has all the features you’d expect from a
vibrating alarm clock but its unique feature is a built-in USB socket so your child
can easily charge their smartphone, tablet or other device. For more
information visit www.ndcs.org.uk/technology or contact our Freephone
helpline.
Deaffest is to run a residential Deaf Youth
Film and Performance Academy for young
deaf people in the summer of 2018. Think Glee, think Fame, think Grease, think Mamma
Mia, Chicago, Westside Story, La La Land... then think
Deaf! This is your chance to get involved in making
the FIRST EVER Deaf sign-musical film! At Deaffest’s
Deaf Youth Film and Performance Academy, a team
of talented young deaf actors/ actresses, performers and filmmakers will
team up with award-winning British Deaf professional film directors,
producers, actors/ actresses and performers for a full week. Together, they
will create a unique, unforgettable film and in the process, the young Deaf
participants will get hands-on experience of the following:
- Filmmaking – creating a storyboard, scriptwriting, producing and plot
development.
- Editing – using a camera, operating lighting, sound mixing and editing.
- Acting – getting into character, using facial expression and body
language to bring a script to life.
- Dance – choreography, musical expression, body language and
interpretation
- Sign Song – interpreting song lyrics and conveying the emotion through
sign language.
You can even have a go at directing! Imagine yourself in the Director’s chair,
leading adult professional actors and actresses! This could be your chance
to shine, helping to produce a film people will never forget.
Taking place in Wolverhampton, from Sunday 5th August – Sunday
12th August 2018, the Academy is a week-long residential experience suitable
for young deaf people aged 13 – 17 years (although applications would be
considered from those aged 11 and 12 years, in consultation with parents/
guardians).
With all this on offer, the Academy is a place where young deaf people can
be empowered and have experiences they will never forget!
Parents, if you are looking for a week-long creative summer school for your
child, where they can gain direct access to training, and at the same time
be inspired by some of the UK’s most successful deaf role models, then get in
touch to register your interest at enquiries@deaffest.co.uk. Places are limited for the Deaf Youth Film and Performance Academy, so do get in touch early to avoid disappointment!
News from NDCS
New Video Relay Service now available
Professionals and parents who use British Sign Language (BSL) can now use
the InterpreterNow Video Relay Service to contact specific members of our
staff and our Helpline. Contact Information Team, NDCS
families@ndcs.org.uk
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Children’s Book now available. Jake and Jasmine to the Rescue is now
available to buy.
“When Jake, who is deaf and has a cochlear implant, returns to his superhero
school after the summer, he finds out that Tilly, the school
tortoise, has gone missing. Jake teams up with Jasmine
and together they go on a quest to find the much-loved
pet and show that anyone can be a superhero!
Buy it now – available from Amazon for £6.99 ________________________________________
Children’s Comic now available Chloe gets cochlear implants
Suitable for Deaf children aged eight and under
Chloe has worn hearing aids since she was a baby but now
her hearing has got worse and her audiologist suggests
cochlear implants might help. This comic follows Chloe and
her family as they find out more about cochlear implants and
decide whether they’re right for her.
The comic also shows Chloe going into hospital for surgery, recovering and
having her cochlear implants 'switched on'.
Available to order or view at:
http://www.ndcs.org.uk/family_support/new_and_updated_resources
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Just found out your baby has a hearing loss? New booklet available from
NDCS “My Baby Has a Hearing Loss – Support for parents of children aged 0-2.
Download or order your copy at
www.ndcs.org.uk/family_support/new_and_updated_resources
If you are an NDCS / DDCS member you may have received your copy in
the post or you can read it online at www.ndcs.org.uk.
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The Great British Dog Walk is an annual event in aid of Hearing Dogs for
Deaf People. We will have:
• 20 dog walks across the UK
• Picturesque locations
• A free doggie bandana for each adult ticket purchased
• Working hearing dogs at the walks who you can meet
• Fun activities for all the family
• Stalls with gifts and refreshments
And by simply joining us on the day, you will help us to train more adorable
puppies to change the lives of deaf people.
Session dates for 2018
February 16th – Hearing Impairment & Visual Impairment
March
9th – Hearing Impairment 23rd – Hearing Impairment & Visual Impairment
April
20th - Hearing Impairment & Visual Impairment
May 4th – Hearing Impairment
18th – Hearing impairment & Visual Impairment
June 8th June – Hearing Impairment
22nd – Hearing Impairment & Visual Impairment
July 6th - Hearing Impairment & Visual Impairment
SPRING TERM SUMMER TERM
Tuesday 2nd January Monday 16th April
½ term: Monday 19th - 23rd February ½ term: Monday 28th - 1st June
End of term: Thursday 29th March Term ends: Friday 20th July
Autumn Term
Monday 3rd September
½ term: Monday 29th October – 2nd November
Term Ends: Friday 21st December
For more information please contact:
Cathryn Skidmore QTVI or Louise Westwood TOD
The Mere Education Centre
Stourbridge, DY8 5PQ
Tel: 01384 818003 Text: 07827873498
The Winter Families Magazine
NDCS Events.
For 14 – 18 yr olds: Get Creative Technology Weekend
16th – 18th March 2018 in the East Midlands Area.
For 8 – 18 year olds: Raising the Bar event – Birmingham,
12-13 May 2018. Calling all young deaf musicians,
dancers and actors. Apply for a spot at the Masterclass
with deaf arts professionals and take part in the final
showcase, Applications open 15th Jan – 25th Feb. See
page 6 of the latest magazine for more details.
Hearing/Visual Impairment Services
Parents/Carers & Toddlers Group
The Stourbridge Children and Families Centre,
Forge Rd, Stourbridge,DY8 1XF
Fortnightly Friday Sessions
9:45 ‘til 11:30 See back for dates
Our group is open to all Parents/carers,
and their hearing impaired and visually impaired babies,
toddlers and pre-school brothers and sisters
Term Dates 2018
Eastnor Castle, Ledbury
18 Mar 2018
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