About us

We transform the lives of people with hearing loss. Through our hearing dogs and personalised hearing support services, we tackle loneliness and help people reconnect with life. We couldn't do it without our wonderful supporters, volunteers and team.

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What we do

We rebuild connection, companionship, and confidence through trained hearing dogs, practical and emotional support services; transforming the lives of people who are deaf or have hearing loss.

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Our impact

Our flexible and person-centred services empower the people we support to rediscover connection, confidence and companionship in ways which feel meaningful to them.

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Our history

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People has been through an incredible journey to get where we are today: helping thousands of people live well with hearing loss through our range of emotional and practical support services.

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Collaborating with others

We work collaboratively across the assistance dog and hearing loss sectors. We partner with organisations, healthcare providers, and policymakers to ensure the voices of those we support are heard.

Where your money goes

Every pound you donate is important. Find out about how we spend your donations and the difference your kindness makes to people impacted by hearing loss.

Learn more about us

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Our people

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People is led by a team of experienced individuals, including a dedicated Board of Trustees and Patrons, who play a key role in guiding the charity's work.

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Training our dogs

Our hearing dogs are trained to the highest standards using positive, reward-based methods. They learn to respond to key sounds and provide emotional support, becoming reliable and loving companions for people with hearing loss.

Careers at Hearing Dogs

Joining the team at Hearing Dogs for Deaf People means you’ll play a key role in transforming the lives of people who are deaf or have hearing loss.

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Get in touch

If you would like to find out more about the work of Hearing Dogs, support our work or even get help for hearing loss, contact us today.

Call 01844 348100 or email info@hearingdogs.org.uk

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