Communication support
Where to go
Finding and booking communication support can be difficlut, mainly because there are not enough trained interpreters/lipspeakers/STTR's.
You'll need to plan ahead for at least 4-6 weeks, although you may be lucky and get a cancellation.
Charitable organisations
Charitable organisations that provide a booking service include:
RAD Interpreting Service
RNID Interpreting Service
Finding a lipspeaker
You can also see a list of available lipspeakers on the Association of Lipspeakers website.
ALS Register of lipspeakers
Asking for support to be booked
Depending on the situation it is the responsibility of the service provider to ensure you have adequate support. For example if you have a meeting, interview or appointment with:
- Social services
- Employment service
- A job interview
Educational support
Disability Support Officer (college/university)
Private agencies
There are a number of private organisations that are also avalable to help book your support. However they mainly cater for BSL users.
Want to become an interpreter/lipspeaker?
If you are interested in finding out more about sign langauge and how to qualify visit the CACDP website, they are the examing body in the UK.
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