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Families wanted in dogs for deaf scheme - Lancashire Evening Post
A national charity which places hearing dogs with deaf people is looking for Lancashire families to take part in a project.
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People has been training dogs for deaf adults since 1982 and is now extending its work to assist deaf children.
The charity hopes its two-year pilot study will demonstrate practical, emotional and social advantages for deaf children.
Jan Smith, project leader, said: "By performing practical tasks such as alerting to the alarm clock, responding to danger sounds and carrying notes between the deaf child and family members, a hearing dog can improve a child's independence, confidence and communication skills."
The charity needs 12 families for the pilot project and is looking for deaf children aged between six and 11, who have a severe or profound hearing loss and who live with hearing parents or guardians, with no other dogs in the household.
If you would like to take part, contact Steph Botham on 01759 322299.
A national charity which places hearing dogs with deaf people is looking for Lancashire families to take part in a project.
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People has been training dogs for deaf adults since 1982 and is now extending its work to assist deaf children.
The charity hopes its two-year pilot study will demonstrate practical, emotional and social advantages for deaf children.
Jan Smith, project leader, said: "By performing practical tasks such as alerting to the alarm clock, responding to danger sounds and carrying notes between the deaf child and family members, a hearing dog can improve a child's independence, confidence and communication skills."
The charity needs 12 families for the pilot project and is looking for deaf children aged between six and 11, who have a severe or profound hearing loss and who live with hearing parents or guardians, with no other dogs in the household.
If you would like to take part, contact Steph Botham on 01759 322299.