Who we are
JDA is an independent national charity whose services are open to all people affected by hearing loss – regardless of faith or background, who use all methods of communication, including British Sign Language (BSL). JDA is dedicated to supporting and empowering deaf and hard-of-hearing people to overcome the obstacles they face in a hearing world.
We offer over 40 services, including one-to-one support, drop-in centres, family services, our signing café, Wednesday Club for over 70s, Engage for care home residents, and a dedicated technology room. We also provide lipreading and BSL classes, outreach programs, hearing therapy and more – ensuring no one faces these challenges alone.
JDATogether magazine shows what we have done in the previous months and our upcoming events. The latest issue can be read here.
Our Vision
Our vision is of a world where there are no barriers to communication and understanding between deaf and hearing people – where respect, inclusion and equality are standard and everyone has the opportunity to lead the very best life possible.
Our Mission
To improve access, independence, equality and inclusion for deaf people and break down barriers between deaf and hearing people.
Our Aims
- Increase access to information and services
- Reduce social exclusion and isolation and increase participation in the community
- Improve physical and mental health and wellbeing
- Enable full, active, safe and independent lives
- Provide a culturally sensitive environment and activities for our Jewish clients
Our Objectives
JDA’s primary objective is to provide support to people with all levels of hearing loss and related issues. Whilst JDA has particular expertise in meeting the religious, cultural and social needs of people of the Jewish faith, everyone is welcome, and our services are open to all.
Who we’re here to help
- Deaf and Deafblind BSL users
- Deafened and hard of hearing individuals
- People experiencing tinnitus
- Jewish families with deaf children
- Relatives, carers and professionals
We achieve our aims through a wide range of specialist services and activities.