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Assistive Listening Devices (ALD)

Assistive listening devices or ALDs are pieces of equipment, other than hearing aids, that can be used to help the hearing impaired. Even when hearing aid(s) are set up as best as possible, people with a hearing impairment are still likely to have difficulties in some listening situations. In some cases, there may be ALDs that could potentially provide further help.

ALDs are available for various circumstances, including

There are various types of ways the signal might be used to transmit the sound to the listener, such as infrared, induction loop, FM or Bluetooth systems, as well as vibration. ALDs can provide the specific listener with a boost to amplification or a modified alerting signal, without disturbing others close by.

Where can I get more information on ALD? 

Below are some organisations that provide advice on obtaining ALD's

1. Access to work:

  • Website: www.gov.uk/access-to-work

2. Action Deafness:

  • Telephone: 0116 454 1004
  • SMS: 0773 289 318
  • Fax: 0116 454 0778
  • Email: contact-response:leicester.gov.uk

3. Action on Hearing loss:

  • Telephone: 0808 808 0123
  • Textphone: 0808 808 9000
  • Fax: 0207 296 8199
  • Website: www.actiononhearingloss.org.uk

4. Disabled Student Allowance:

  • Website: www.gov.uk/diabled-students-allowances-dsas

5. Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People:

  • Telephone: 0116 305 0004
  • Mobile: 07949 633 788 (SMS only)
  • Website: www.leicestershire.gov.uk/adult-social-care-and-health/living-independently-at-home/