Resources Accessible Information Standard
Since 2016, the Standard has aimed to improved communication and access in the NHS and adult social care services.
The largest collection of BSL videos and short films related to your health and wellbeing
July 2023
Co-produced report with recommendations about what needs to happen for there to be true equality in deaf mental health support.
February 2022
Urgent priorities for change, informed by patients’ lived experience and NHS professionals.
Published in 2014
SignHealth’s ground-breaking report about the health of Deaf people in the UK.
April 2020
Written Evidence Submitted by SignHealth (MRS0215) to the Women and Equalities Committee.
August 2021
The standard is a legal obligation that ensures the accessibility of health information and support.
August 2020
SignHealth conducted a survey asking deaf people about the impacts of the pandemic on mental health, healthcare and information accessibility.
May 2017
A guide by the Joint Commissioning Panel
for Mental Health with evidence-based guidelines about mental health services for deaf people.
2007
Report leaflet
Sick Of It is SignHealth’s ground-breaking report uncovering the health disparity Deaf people face in the UK. Published in 2014, the report has influenced policy and changed practices in the NHS to improve communication and reduce barriers.
Report: Sick Of ItSince 2016, the Standard has aimed to improved communication and access in the NHS and adult social care services.
We refer back to the challenges and solutions identified in these reports to help shape and guide our work.
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Communication barriers are the #1 reason Deaf people have poorer health. You can take steps to help.
The majority of our 150 staff are Deaf people and our award winning board has been recognised for its diversity and inclusivity. Together we are working to improve health and wellbeing for everyone.
Deaf people continue to face barriers in mainstream health and social care services. Since 1986 we have been providing services to the Deaf community and campaigning for more Deaf awareness and better access.