Too many older people who are deafblind miss out on the support they need. The Fill in the Gaps campaign aims to change this.
We are all living longer, but this means that more and more of us will lose hearing and sight towards the end of our lives.
Too often people see this as simply a natural part of the ageing process and don’t look at what can be done to support the person. But good support is vital if the person is to carry on living an independent and active life.
The campaign aims to help all those who work with older people ensure they support those with hearing and sight loss, and to help those with older relatives who don’t see and hear too well know how to help and where to find support.
Living the Good Life: helping family members recognise the signs of deafblindness
Information for people with relatives who don't see and hear too well. Includes practical advice and support.
Seeing me: recognising dual sensory loss in residential or domiciliary care
Information to help people working in domiciliary or residential care home recognise the signs of dual sensory impariment. Includes practical advice and support.
Information for social services older people's teams
Practical information and support, including toolkits, checklists and posters in English and Welsh.
For journalists
Information for the media, including images, press release, statistics and case studies.
Order Fill in the Gaps publications
Order any of the Fill in the Gaps publications free of charge.
