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Also on the Special Offers – https://shop.irishdeaf.com/doro-780x

A super simple mobile phone with 3 speed dial memory buttons only – ideal for those who need a mobile phone for security but don’t make many calls!

The water-resistant, easy-to-use Doro 780X makes staying safe a whole lot simpler. Three large keys with name labels put the people you rely on within easy reach, without having to navigate menus or browse through a phonebook. It also has excellent safety functions such as a safety timer and an assistance button for sending an alarm with GPS position if you need help.

Numbers can be programmed remotely by a trusted relative via Response by Doro. This unique service enables trusted relatives or friends to quickly and easily manage important settings on your phone, all via an app installed on theirs. Just one press of your phone’s assistance button sends an alarm with your location to a list of people you rely on, sounding a loud, distinct signal on their phones even if placed in ‘Do not disturb’ mode. More peace of mind for you, and for them.

Now on Special Offer: https://shop.irishdeaf.com/emporia-smart.5

The Emporia SMART.5 is a hearing aid compatible, Android 4G Smartphone that is uniquely designed to be easy to use by older generations who want to take a step towards interacting with modern technology.

It is supplied with a unique 135 page training book that clearly outlines everything you need to know with regards to using a smartphone, with fantastic FAQ’s and hints and tips to help you become really confident with the technology. This is an excellent introduction to smartphones, apps and how to use them.

The emporia Smartcover (included) is a unique accessory. The protective case opens like a book and its front is equipped with four buttons that can each be assigned a different function. This means the functions you have selected for these buttons can be used even when the cover is closed. Even better, these buttons cannot be pressed accidentally and cause you to make ‘pocket calls’, because they’ll only respond to the capacitive voltage of your skin.

The Smart.5 is also supplied with a charging cradle which is great for people who struggle to plug in charging cables. It is easy to slot the phone onto the cradle and if you’re using the Smartcover, this can be left in place.

We are now offering some discounts on our range of easy to use and/or hearing aid compatible mobile phones, while stocks last.

Please check out our Mobile Phones section – https://shop.irishdeaf.com/mobile-phones

Back in stock – https://shop.irishdeaf.com/swissvoice-xtra-3355

The Swissvoice Xtra 3355 is an easy to use combo bundle with a corded base that has a handy answerphone and a cordless DECT handset which is ideal for calls when you’re not sat in one place.

It has a large backlit display which means you can read the names or numbers really easily and with 4 direct memory keys (photo keys on the corded base and A, B, C, D on the handset) you can easily call your chosen family or friends numbers at the press of a button.

• Hearing Aid compatible
• Voice equaliser on corded phone and handset (bass, normal, treble) with slide switch
• Loud talking keypad with talking digits which helps to avoid dialing mistakes
• High quality adjustable hands free function
• Audio boost key for boosting the receiver volume (up to 40dB)
• Very loud ringer – up to 90db!
• Ring indicator lights on the corded base and handset help you to see when a call is coming through
• 30 min digital answering machine with a slow play function so you can understand words more clearly
• The corded base will work in the event of a power outage (basic features only)

ISL Performance is taking place at Smock Alley Theatre in Dublin this Thursday 23^rd February at 6.30pm and also Saturday 25^th at 4pm. 

Book tickets online at: smockalley.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873633189

An autobiographical piece which is inspired by growing up CODA (Child of Deaf Adult). A journey through circus, physical theatre and ISL (Irish Sign Language).

Written and performed by Chloe Commins.
Produced by Micheál Fleming.

Basic/Level 1 ISL classes will be taking place at Macro Community Resource Centre, Dublin.

From Wednesday 3rd May at 6:00pm for 1 hour.

Free access to Online Basic ISL is included as part of this course.

Reserve your place with a €20 deposit at: www.irishdeaf.com/sign-language-classes/#isl-basic-level-1

It is a 6 weeks course for Basic ISL with an option to study for a full Level 1 certificate if you wish to continue after the Basic ISL course is completed.

New addition to our range of doorbells: shop.irishdeaf.com/honeywell-series-5-white-portable-wireless-doorbell-and-push-dc515

The Honeywell Series 5 wireless doorbell has a strobe and an attractive halo light with 7 selectable colours which will alert you to the presence of a visitor when the doorbell can’t be heard. This model also offers sleep mode, so you can relax free from any unwanted disturbance. 

Features:

• Loud volume (up to 84dB)
• Volume control
• Number of chime sounds: 6
• Bell push confidence light: yes
• Visual alert: LED strobe & Halo light (7 selectable colours)
• Sleep mode function
• Range: 150m (Portable Doorbell) 200m (Push Button)
• Low battery indicator

Irish Sign Language (ISL) Level 2 classes will be taking place at Macro Community Resource Centre, Dublin.

It has been confirmed to start on Wednesday 12th April 2023 at 7:00pm for 1 hour.

It is a 24 weeks (approx) course with 3 exams included for a full Level 2 certificate.

For further details & book your place with €20 deposit online at: https://www.irishdeaf.com/sign-language-classes/#full-isl-level-2

New addition – https://shop.irishdeaf.com/sound-oasis-bluetooth-sleep-sound-speaker-bst-100

Sound Oasis Bluetooth Sleep Sound Therapy System Speaker BST-100

Sleep soundly with any one of the 20 built-in sounds to help relieve tinnitus and to provide a calming background noise for relaxation and contemplation. 

The 20 sounds are: Soft Pink Noise, Soft Pink Noise with delta, Pink Noise with delta, Soft White Noise, Brown Noise, Ocean Surf, Thunder and Rain, Steady Rainfall, Rocky Mountain Stream, Gentle Surf, Ocean and Crickets, Heartbeat, Woodlands, Jet Interior, Natural White Noise, Maui Surf, Summer Night, Ocean Surf with white noise, Rain with white noise, Hawaiian Dream.

An amplified cordless telephone with built in answering machine and hearing aid compatibility. 

Now available at: https://shop.irishdeaf.com/geemarc-amplidect-295-amplified-cordless-telephone-with-answerphone

The AmpliDECT 295 is a stylish amplified cordless phone with an adjustable receiver volume of up to 30dB! It is a good choice for anybody with a hearing loss and with both adjustable speaker and ringer volumes.

In the opinion of our evaluation panel, this is a well designed phone with a good sound quality. It does not have a tone control, which means that although it has a good level of amplification, the bass/treble cannot be adjusted to suit your particular hearing loss. Having said that, it is excellent value for money, particularly considering the answerphone facility which is useful for many people.