Deafblind Scotland

18/06/2026

Police Scotland officers and staff now have access to a 24/7 BSL video interpreting app. It is important for BSL users to know that this is available to them.

18/06/2026

Gardening Club!
Lots of giggles this week as Sheila, Anne, Emer and Ian have been planting vegetables and flowers in preparation for deafblind awareness week starting the 22nd of June.

Video ID: Four Deafblind members sat on a bench in gardening gloves outside with flowers prepared for planting in front of them.

17/06/2026

Deafblind Awareness week starts on Monday! The theme this year is “See Hear Us” highlighting individuality, unique strengths and ability within the deafblind community.

We have three events during the week:
Bushcraft, Pollok Park, Wednesday 24 June, 1030am – 1pm

Guided Walk at Glasgow GreenThursday 25th June 10.30am - 12pm with tea and coffee afterwards

Tuesday 30th June 1.30pm - Recycle-A-Bike Tandem Cycling at Glasgow Green, enjoy a cycle round the park on a side by side bike with a pilot - places are limited please book: [email protected] or 0141 777 6111

More information available at: https://www.dbscotland.org.uk/event-list

ID: poster listing these three events

16/06/2026

Improving Access Fund will be taking place across Scotland, starting in Edinburgh, to help inform future Deafblind Policy Guidance. Gathering lived experience from deafblind people and their families is important and we are keen to hear your experiences.

Date: Thursday 25th of June from 10AM to 12PM
Location: Deaf Action, 49 Albany Street, Edinburgh EH1 3QY

See our blog for more details: https://www.dbscotland.org.uk/post/improving-access-fund
Contact: [email protected] or 01417776111

ID: Poster for the Improving Access Fund with an image of Deafblind members sat around a table at a meeting.

16/06/2026

Congratulation to Aimee and the team at Starbucks Polyamide for tackling the Cobbler!!! They have managed to raise an impressive £440 for Deafblind Scotland!!

Thank you so much from everyone at Deafblind Scotland!!

Photo ID: Seven individuals in sports kit with Deafblind Scotland tops and a dog at the bottom of the cobbler hill.

09/06/2026

Meet some members of our community!!!!

ID: Interviews with three men and a woman, the first a man with short brown and grey hair, then a bald man with glasses, then a lady with blonde long hair and finally a man with short dark hair and glasses sat next to his interpreter with tied back blonde hair.

Link to full video transcript:
https://www.dbscotland.org.uk/film-transcript

04/06/2026

COME WORK WITH US!
Carers Advice Project

JOB TITLE: Project Officer
COMPANY: Deafblind Scotland
BASE: You’ll spend most of your time travelling across Fife, with the flexibility to work from home and occasional catch-ups in the office at Deafblind Scotland Learning & Development Centre, 1 Neasham Drive, Kirkintilloch.

CONTRACTED HOURS: The post is full-time at 35 hours per week, with flexible working available. Part-time working or job-share options will be considered
SALARY/BAND/GRADE Salary Scale - £24,715 - £29,229 Point (26 – 31)
TERM Initially 1 year fixed term 25 days annual leave and 12 public holidays (pro-rata)

Deafblind Scotland is the specialist charity working with deafblind people or those at risk of developing a second or dual sensory loss. Our ambitions are high for people with sensory loss, particularly those who are deafblind and we are therefore at the cutting edge of finding ways to support them to lead their most meaningful lives. The project operates in Fife to support people to access their rights so they can have a better quality of life and to reduce socio-economic and health inequalities.

T​he project officer will work with the carers affected by sensory impairment within this project which is part of our Connect2Support Programme. Overall ensuring the carers affected by sensory impairment, who are amongst the most disadvantaged in society, are provided with specialist support which enables them & those they care for to access their rights and navigate the systems, services and support that can improve their lives.

This project may be ideal for an early career candidate or someone seeking to move to a new field as the project is well support by the existing project team.

For an application pack, please contact [email protected]. Any enquiries or questions, please contact [email protected]

Closing Date: Monday 06th July 2026 at 9am

Interviews will take place week commencing 20th July 2026

Thank you for considering a career with Deafblind Scotland. Details of our current vacancies are listed below. Please download the relevant application packs and return completed application forms to [email protected]

03/06/2026

Our Summer of Sports schedule!!! We have several events across the summer to celebrate the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Hope you can join us!!

We have two walks, one in Glasgow Green, more info here: https://www.dbscotland.org.uk/event-details/walking-group-2026-06-25-10-30

The second in Kelvingrove, more info here: https://www.dbscotland.org.uk/event-details/walking-group-2026-07-16-10-30

A BSL choral performance: https://www.dbscotland.org.uk/event-details/bsl-choir-performance-the-burrell-collection-1

Online commonwealth quiz: https://www.dbscotland.org.uk/event-details/online-quiz-2026-06-04-11-00

Sports themed bingo: https://www.dbscotland.org.uk/event-details/online-bingo-2026-06-05-14-00

Contact: [email protected]

02/06/2026

Issy McGrath explains how she, as a deafblind person, makes the perfect cup to tea.
ID: A woman with long blonde hair and a pink shirt speaking to the camera

01/06/2026

Travelling with hearing devices can bring a few extra things to think about, especially when flying, passing through airport security, or preparing for time away from home. Whether you’re planning a short break or a longer holiday, having the right information can help you feel more confident and prepared.

Join volunteer Hearpeers Mentor Joel for a free online webinar filled with practical advice and real-life travel experience. During the session, Joel will share helpful tips, useful reminders, and personal insights on travelling with hearing devices, including navigating airports, security checks, and international journeys.

Date: Saturday 13th June 2026
Time: 11.00am – 11.45am
Topic: Travel Smart with your Hearing Device

REGISTER HERE

Link to register https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TravelSmartJune26