Joint Pocklington / Sense / Wilberforce Trust conference confronts dual hearing and sight loss
New research reveals confusion and depression is not being dealt with.
Our newly published research reveals that almost 50% of people with combined deafness and sight loss were suffering high levels of psychological distress.At the same time, services meant to support them showed a lack of awareness of their needs and often failed to understand the implications of their sensory loss.
Follow this link to access Research Findings No 23: The Needs of Older People with Acquired Hearing and Sight Loss
Follow this link to access Occasional Paper No 20: The Needs of Older People with Acquired Hearing and Sight Loss