DEAFvibe Hub
Contact Information
- Hub Address
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Address
DEAFvibe, Bradwell Lodge Community Centre, Bradwell Lane, Porthill, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 8PS
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The Lodge can be found by the roundabout of Bradwell Lane and Porthill Bank (off the A500).
- Hub Opening Hours
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Opening Hours
Please see below
- Email Address
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Email
DEAFvibe Hub
Established in 2009, DEAFvibe supports Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing people, as well as their families, friends, and carers in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.
We also work with other organisations, locally and nationally, to support the Deaf community.
“Deafness = Equality & Access = Fairness.”
Recognition
The Queen's Award for Voluntary Service (QAVS) was presented to DEAFvibe in 2014, recognising their exceptional contributions to the community.
Why DEAFvibe?
“DEAF” includes those who are Deaf, Deafblind, Deafened and Hard of Hearing.
“VIBE” reflects what having a hearing loss means:
Feeling sound through vibration
Picking up on vibes through visual cues
Sharing experiences of what it is like to be deaf
V.I.B.E. = Visually Inclusive by Everyone.
Our Aims:
To empower people to live independently by providing advice and information that promotes independence.
To provide a safe, friendly environment where everyone can communicate, support each other and feel like they belong.
To create opportunities for individuals and empower them to embrace their experiences of Deafness and Deafblindness.
To encourage, support and enable individuals to take ownership in new projects to aid their learning and personal development.
DEAFvibe Coffee Morning
Once a month on Saturday. Please check below for dates.
10am - 1pm | £3 Entrance fee
DEAFvibe, Bradwell Lodge Community Centre, Bradwell Lane, Porthill, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 8PS
Coffee Mornings Include:
Presentations and guest speakers
Workshops
Activities
Fundraising activities; Raffle, Bingo, Refreshments and Cakes
Events
Communication Support Provided:
BSL Interpreters
Electronic Notetaker
Deafblind Interpreter available on request
Loop system on request
Telephone and Translation Service - Staffordshire
Support for Deaf, Deafblind and Hard of Hearing people.
Need BSL translation or help understanding letters/phone calls? Get free one-to-one support at our drop-in! Please see Events page for dates/times/locations.
The VIBE
The weekly VIBE group is an informal support group for Hard of Hearing and Deafened people.
Every Wednesday (excluding term-times). 7pm - 8:30pm | £2 Entrance fee
DEAFvibe, Bradwell Lodge Community Centre, Bradwell Lane, Porthill, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 8PS
Activities Include:
Advice and information
Learning BSL in a fun way
Festive Sign Singing
Fundraising
And more
Upcoming Hubs and Events
View all events
Meet the Team
Alison France
Trustee
Tanvir Ahmed
Hubs Operations and Training Manager
Follow DEAFvibe on Facebook
Mary's Story
Doug's Story
Lynn's Story
Let's connect!
To join your local hub, or for more information, please:
Complete the enquiry form below.
Call us in BSL using the AD 360 button.
Email [email protected]
Interested in more activities and workshops in your area?
Please get in touch.
