WELCOME TO 
TWICKENHAM HEARING SUPPORT GROUP


Final Meeting 7th December 2022!

It is clear that a majority of our members no longer wish to attend our group meetings. For that reason alone, the Group can no longer pay the weekly rent for the hire of the hall to the Twickenham United Reform Church.

The Group, therefore, has no option but to cease meetings. Our final meeting will be on 7 December when we will have a party. We sincerely regret having to give you this sad news.

Best wishes to you all

Rod, Dianne, Pauline and John K (treasurer)




Twickenham Hearing Support Group had their Christmas party and it was a very enjoyable evening with us all sitting behind a long wooden table covered with delicious food.

We meet every Wednesday at 7.15p.m. at the United Reformed Church Hall, Twickenham.

Why not come and join us – you would be very welcome.


Who We Are

We are a group of hearing impaired people of all ages who meet every week to enjoy the chance of communicating with others in the ‘same boat’ in a friendly relaxed way without having to worry about misunderstandings.

Where We Meet

We meet every Wednesday evening at the United Reformed Church Hall, First Cross Road, Twickenham TW2 5QA from 7.15 to 9.00 p.m. with the exception of August and Christmas



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Parking:

Available around Twickenham Green and in most local roads, but observe any yellow line restrictions. Most of First Cross Road is now a residents' parking zone until 6:30pm after which you can usually park there.  There are ten pay and display spaces opposite the church which are free after 6-30pm

TWICKENHAM HEARING SUPPORT GROUP
United Reformed Church Hall
Twickenham Green,1st Cross Road
Twickenham
Every Wednesday evening, 7.15 pm to 9.15 pm



 




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What We Do

Our meetings are informal. We usually start with a chat while the activity for the evening is being prepared. Activities include lessons in lip-reading which is a very useful skill to learn, or talks by visiting guests, or playing various games , some of which help with practising our communication skills. The evening then concludes with light refreshments. Occasionally we visit places of interest, usually by minibus, or go to a nearby theatre to enjoy a captioned performance of a play. Members are encouraged to contribute their own ideas for the programme of events.
A video of a typical club night :

Lipreading

We hold a lip reading class on the first Wednesday of each month at the club it  gives everyone a bit of practise at lip reading and Maureen  always makes it fun and informative  it's well attended

History



The Group was formed in 1945 by servicemen and women returning from World War 2. They suffered from hearing losses acquired during the war and decided to form a Group to help fight for better aids and equipment for deaf and hard of hearing people. The Group was then named Twickenham Hard of Hearing Club but that name was changed three years ago to Twickenham Hearing Support Group. We feel this name encompasses the needs of deaf and hard of hearing people more than the old name. The club played an active part in the campaign for better hearing aids and audiology services through the National Health Service and the development of additional support equipment.
 
We began the Sympathetic Hearing Scheme through which the development of loops with the logo developed in shops and banks.

Support

To lose hearing can be devastating. Fear of misunderstanding what is going on around you when you simply cannot hear clearly is real. Sometimes isolation develops. Today there are many aids to combat the effects of hearing loss. Hearing aids get better all the time. For the severely deaf there are cochlear implants. For many people, these devices can restore a great deal of hearing. However, for some people, reluctance to venture out is a real threat to their happiness. Most will get support from friends and family. Visiting our group you will also meet many other people with the same problems that you have to face every day, and you will learn some useful tips on coping with hearing loss. Discussing experiences and comparing notes with other members often helps to get things into perspective. The Group also has visiting speakers such as audiologists and hearing therapists who keep us up to date on modern aids.

Future of the Group

We welcome new members both young and old. We need people interested in the development of hearing aids both scientifically and as users. We want to continue the good work the Group has achieved since 1945

How to Contact Us

Address: United Reformed Church Hall, First Cross Road, Twickenham, TW2 5QA
Email 

John Kirby


or Rod Read  56 New Heston Road, Hounslow, TW5 OLJ telephone number   020-8570-3772
rodney1951@blueyonder.co.uk

Events


April - June 2015
APRIL
Wednesday 01 : Easter Quiz

Wednesday 08 :  Bingo

Wednesday 15 :       Games Night
   
Wednesday 22 :  Fish and Chips Supper

Wednesday 29 :  Beetle Drive Game

MAY
Wednesday 06 :  Lipreading

Wednesday 13 : Cards Night

Wednesday 20 :  Talk by Peter Ashdown (to be confirmed)

Wednesday 27 :  Pub Quiz

JUNE
Wednesday 03 :  Lipreading

Wednesday 10 : Scrabble

Wednesday 17 :  Day out - Trip during the day –
   Place to be decided
   – NO CLUB IN THE EVENING -

Wednesday 24 :  Scattergories


A TRIP BY MINI BUS WILL BE ORGANISED ON WEDNESDAY 17TH JUNE.

Links

Hearing Link - List of other hearing support groups in the UK



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