A WORCESTER deaf charity has stepped in to take over the running of a county hearing equipment business and save it from closure.
Deaf Direct, in Lowesmoor, recently took the reins of Collin Whitehouse’s C&P Hearing Equipment Centre to ensure those in the city who are deaf or hard of hearing will continue to have access to the services they require.
Following the announcement that Mr Whitehouse was to retire and close the Rubery-based business, which has been selling and installing equipment to help people in Worcestershire for more than 20 years, Deaf Direct was worried the community would no longer get the help it needed.
The equipment includes devices which help people to hear the TV and help them to hear their loved ones on the phone, as well as loop systems for homes or public venues, so that hard of hearing people can enjoy community and social activities.
Mr Whitehouse said: “I feel I’m placing the business in good hands. Over the last 20 years the company has been welcomed by the deaf community and now, along with the trusted name and reputation of Deaf Direct, it seems this is a natural progression to ensure local deaf and hard of hearing people have access to the services they need.”
Philip Gerrard, CEO of Deaf Direct, said: “This is an exciting move for us. It perfectly complements our current advice and information service, as well as our plans for the future to meet the demands of the ageing population.
“Taking over this service ensures we can keep people with a hearing loss independent, while reducing communication barriers and isolation at home and in the community.”
Call the charity on 01905 746 301 or e-mail [email protected] for more information.
