The RNID provides support for people who are deaf, have hearing loss and tinnitus.
‘Near You‘ Scheme
The Scottish Government is funding the RNID to deliver the ‘Near You’ scheme, a community-based drop in service which provides support for people with hearing aids. This service is currently operational in Glasgow, the Scottish Borders, Shetland, Fife and the Lothians. To view RNID services by area, click here:
Dementia and hearing loss
RNID have published a paper exploring the links between hearing loss and dementia
the latest developments in research to understand the link between hearing loss and dementia
Data
Information on the prevalence and impact of deafness, hearing loss and tinnitus in the UK can be found below: