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'Dave the Signer' is a hit Last year we launched a series of deaf awareness videos each, of which looked at a different issue that deaf and hard of hearing people face on a daily basis, from accessing buildings with an intercom entry system to the lack of text contact facilities. 'Dave the Signer' emphasises the importance of having a fully qualified British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter present at key appointments. The video starred GDA's Reg Cobb, James Banks and Hannah Ede and to this day continues to be a hit. Since its launch back in January 2015 it has been viewed over 6,500 times!! Along the way it has attracted the attention of Gloucester born-and-bred TV chef Tom Kerridge, as we as the local media and politicians. James is still recognised in public as 'Dave'. Needless to say, the response to the video has been fantastic, prompting comments including: "Best deaf awareness video I've seen to date" "Good stuff. So sad to think this really does happen though" "This video had me in stitches! But seriously, it's not funny when it happens to you. Well done Reg and co for producing this fantastic video" Each video features the style of humour and creativity that's become a trademark of GDA, whilst still portraying a very important and serious point. You can view 'Dave the Signer' and other GDA videos on our Youtube channel at www.youtube.com/GDAGlosDeaf. lping you find the right listening aid equipment he right listening aid equipment can really transform your life, and as a not-for-profit organisation GDA guarantees to give you impartial and expert advice. Our highly trained team, Emma Jenkins, Sam Quinson and Sue Sewell specialise in supporting people with all levels of hearing loss, and are happy to ensure you have the time to test different devices until you find what suits you best. Featured here is our amplifying DORO 100W PhoneEasy DECT phone To book an appointment to try this phone and other items please contact the GDA office on 01452 372999 8

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