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NEW Book - Edward and Stacey
Deafblind Scotland member has written and published a new book called 'Edward and Stacey' Edward thought dog camp would be just another...


Deafblind Scotland joins call for urgent action on Scotland’s social care crisis
Deafblind Scotland has joined more than 200 third sector health and social care leaders in signing an open letter to the First...


Self Management Week 2025 ANNOUNCEMENT: Exciting programme of events launched
Self Management is a way of living and working that means people living with long term conditions feel more in control of their own...


The Edinburgh Kilt Walk is back for 2025!
Will you join Deafblind Scotland to raise vital funds to support people living with dual sensory loss in your community? The Edinburgh...


Radio 4 Shines a Spotlight on Deafblindness in Scotland
Last month, our Deafblind Centre in Kirkintilloch welcomed Radio 4 journalist Ian Hamilton to speak with some of our members about an...


The Power of Sign: Our BSL Choir's Performance
The Deafblind Scotland BSL Choir recently had the incredible opportunity to perform at the Lenzie Community Festival on Saturday 9th...


Registration Open for BSL Level 2 Course!
Deafblind Scotland is excited to open recruitment for our upcoming BSL Level 2 Course! This course is perfect for anyone looking to...


More Than Meets the Eye: Growing Up with My Deafblind Dad
Hollie shares her experiences growing up with her dad who is deafblind. Sight and Hearing loss is more common than you think: Let’s...


Meet Donna: Our New Business Development Lead!
We're absolutely thrilled to introduce the newest member of the Deafblind Scotland family: Donna Finlayson ! Donna joined us on July 8th,...


My Life with Peat: An Inspiring Interview on RNIB Connect Radio
Peat, the german shepherd, sitting. We're proud to share a powerful interview featuring our Training and Participation Programme...


John Whitfield Shares His Story on RNIB Connect Radio
Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold...


Deafblindness Officially Recognised as a Distinct Disability in Scotland!
Two deafblind people communicate through tactile signing on a bench. On this the first United Nations endorsed International Day of...


Andrew Pettigrew - Sight Loss Story
Andrew Pettigrew speaks to Jennifer Murray about his hearing and sight loss and the many different things he does. Click below to listen...


More Than Words: Communication for All
Most of us will need communication support at some point in our lifetimes. However, because there is a lack of good support, people...


Transport for Deafblind People and their Guides
Transport for Deafblind People and their Guides - thanks to the BDA for the BSL information video below. Frankie talks about his travel...
Health equity for persons with disabilities: guide for action
Overview An estimated 1.3 billion people globally experience significant disability. This figure has grown over the last decade and will...


Dementia Assessments for People with Deafness, Deafblindness or Visual Impairment
Deafblind Scotland were part of the working group of the Cross-party Group on Deafness. It aims to improve care pathways and support for...


Deafblind Scotland, Interview with CEO Isabella Goldie
Want to know what type of support is out there for deafblind people living in Scotland? Well, Jennifer Murray chats to Isabella Goldie to...


Molly Watt Trust - Map of US - Usher Syndrome
Our friends at The Molly Watt Trust set up an interactive map to connect those living with Usher Syndrome. It was born out of a need for...


Merry Christmas from Everyone at Deafblind Scotland!
Christmas Message from DbS Chief Executive Isabella Goldie Wishing you a Merry Christmas! Here’s to 2025 - a year we’ll celebrate the...
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