by Laura | Jun 30, 2018 | News
One of our young members recently wrote a speech for the Rotary Youth Speaks competition. Here are his words about his experience of being deaf and having a cochlear implant. “A cochlear implant is life changing and can help deaf people of any age. You can have...
by Laura | Jun 12, 2018 | Uncategorized
A big ‘re-design’ has begun for children and young people living in Bristol, South Glos, BaNES and N Somerset. Please fill in this survey to ensure that the support which you have found useful does not get cut, and to suggest any improvements. Thank you!...
by Laura | Jun 7, 2018 | News
Our May coffee morning included a talk from Joao Roe, head of Sensory Support Services. This was an informal talk focusing on the importance of social interaction and attachment from the very beginning to the later years. This is a brief summary of main issues...
by Laura | May 15, 2018 | Uncategorized
Are you looking for an event to attend with your family or want a space to talk to others about your experiences? In May and June we have a number of sessions running that might interest you. Music and the Deaf Workshop – 2nd June 11am – 3pm – £5...
by Laura | May 15, 2018 | News
Here at The Family Centre we pride ourselves on listening to our members and providing the support that will really make a difference. We currently run monthly Parent Space groups on Saturday mornings and are also considering a weekday time following requests. We...
by Laura | May 15, 2018 | News
Thank you to everyone who came to our coffee morning on the 12th May. It was a great session as we had a talk from Joao Roe, the Head of Sensory Support Services. We discussed social emotional development and friendship, focusing on the importance of social...
by Laura | May 2, 2018 | News, Uncategorized
Network Counselling is based at Elm Park in Filton and offers: – Confidential counselling for individuals and a small number of couples – A service that is affordable to all and open to anyone aged 16 or over irrespective of gender, sexual orientation,...
by Laura | Apr 24, 2018 | Testimonial
“The Family Centre (Deaf Children) supports the whole family and has provided an opportunity for my hearing daughter to learn BSL. This makes her feel included too.”
by Laura | Apr 24, 2018 | Testimonial
“Finding other parents in the same position has been very supportive. It has also been great for my son to meet other deaf children and to be provided with accessible activities”
by Laura | Apr 19, 2018 | Uncategorized
We really appreciate the generous donations we receive as they make a real difference to the families we support. In the Easter holidays we organised a Family Day with an Easter Egg Hunt, and have plans for an outdoor adventure club for older children, including...
