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coHEARentVISION » Recent Topics http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ coHEARentVISION » Recent Topics en-US Fri, 10 Sep 2010 05:04:46 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/search.php chickadeee on "York Food Festival 17th to 26th Sept 2010" http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/topic/york-food-festival-17th-to-26th-sept-2010#post-367 Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:32:03 +0000 chickadeee 367@http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ Hi all Check out this website <a href="http://www.yorkfoodfestival.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.yorkfoodfestival.com</a> I went with friends last year and it was a fantastic day out! Very accessible for visually impaired,though it does get very busy at certain times. There is good access for wheelchair users too as most of the activities are in Sampsons square. The stall holders were very friendly and accomodating and when they realised my friend was blind and saw i was struggling to describe the equipment and ingriedents they were using they really went out of their way to help and one of them even gave us an impromptu touch tour. They gave us lots of information,recipies,and freebies to take away too. If you get the chance I STRONGLY recommend the chocolate making and cocktail making demonstration marquee. The demos are completley free and you get free tasters afterwards...what more could a girl ask for!!! ('',) Ps. There are regular buses to York from Leeds bus station and it is free for you and a companion with your Blind bus pass. MattB on "BBC Proms, live signed performance" http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/topic/bbc-proms-live-signed-performance#post-308 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:58:47 +0000 MattB 308@http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ Roll up, roll up. BBC Proms features a signed performance this year and has set aside 150 standing places for deaf patrons. <a href="http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/ouch/2010/07/bbc_proms_live_signed_performa.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/ouch/2010/07/bbc_proms_live_signed_performa.html</a> MattB on "ASL in Space" http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/topic/asl-in-space#post-306 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:12:12 +0000 MattB 306@http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ Did you see this? ASL in Space! I wonder when the first British Deaf Astronaut will be able to sign up amongst the stars <a href="http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/inspiring-story-of-sign-language-in-space/" rel="nofollow">http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/inspiring-story-of-sign-language-in-space/</a> Evin on "Mens Health Forum" http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/topic/mens-health-forum#post-252 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 17:03:24 +0000 Evin 252@http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ For information and news about Mens Health Forum, please click: <a href="http://www.menshealthforum.org.uk/node/21568" rel="nofollow">http://www.menshealthforum.org.uk/node/21568</a> Evin on "Homelife Leeds – Job Vacancy" http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/topic/homelife-leeds-%e2%80%93-job-vacancy#post-250 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 17:01:35 +0000 Evin 250@http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ Homelife Leeds have a vacancy for 25hr support worker to work with deaf people with learning disabilities on supported living scheme. Applicants have sign language skills to NVQ level 2 and social care experience or experience supporting people with learning disabilities. This post may be a good opportunity for employment for a deaf person. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact <a href="mailto:rachel_thorpe@live.co.uk">rachel_thorpe@live.co.uk</a> Evin on "Grand Theatre: The Nutcracker" http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/topic/grand-theatre-the-nutcracker#post-248 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 17:00:01 +0000 Evin 248@http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ Below is a brief synopsis of the Nutcracker, to be shown at Grand Theatre: The Party Scene It is Christmas Eve at the Stahlbaum house -- A large and grand house with the most beautiful tree imaginable. The Stahlbaums are hosting their annual Christmas party, welcoming the arrival of their family and friends. The children, Clara and Fritz, are dancing and playing as they welcome their friends too. The party grows festive with music and dance as godfather Drosselmeyer arrives. He is a skilled clock and toy maker and always full of surprises. Drosselmeyer draws everyone's attention as he presents two life-size dolls. They are the delight of the party, each taking a turn to dance. The children begin to open gifts when Drosselmeyer presents his to Clara and Fritz. Although his gift to Fritz is quite nice, he gives Clara a beautiful Nutcracker that becomes the hit of the party. Fritz becomes jealous and, having a bit more spunk than a boy should have, grabs the nutcracker from Clara and promptly breaks it. Clara is heartbroken looking on as Drosselmeyer quickly repairs the Nutcracker with a handkerchief he magically draws from the air. As the evening grows late, the guests depart and the Stahlbaum family retires for the evening. Clara, worried about her beloved Nutcracker, sneaks back to the tree to check on him, falling asleep with him in her arms. The Fight Scene As the clock strikes midnight strange things begin to happen. Clara begins shrinking as her beautiful Christmas tree grows high above her. The toys around the tree come to life while the room fills with an army of mice, lead by the fierce Mouse King. As the Nutcracker awakens, he leads his army of toy soldiers into battle with the mice. The Mouse King corners the Nutcracker and battles him one-on-one. The Nutcracker seems to be no match for the Mouse King. The Nutcracker and his army can go on no longer and are captured by the mice and their King. Clara makes a final daring charge throwing her slipper at the Mouse King, hitting him square on the head. The Mouse King drops to the floor and the mice run away, carrying off their leader's lifeless body. The Land of Snow The Nutcracker turns into a Prince and takes Clara on a journey to the Land of Snow, an enchanted forest wonderland where they are welcomed by dancing snowflakes. The Land of Sweets The Prince escorts Clara to the Land of Sweets where they are greeted by the Sugar Plum Fairy. The Prince tells her about their daring battle with the army of mice and she rewards them with a celebration of dances. • The Spanish Dance • The Arabian Dance • The Russian Dance • The Chinese Dance • The Mirliton Dance • The Waltz of Flowers As a finale, the Sugar Plum Fairy and the Cavalier dance a beautiful Pas De Deux. The Dream Ends Clara awakens from her dream and finds herself by her Christmas tree with her beloved Nutcracker. Evin on "Doncaster School for the Deaf" http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/topic/doncaster-school-for-the-deaf#post-220 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:33:30 +0000 Evin 220@http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ Alan Robinson, Executive Principal of Doncaster School for the Deaf, writes that they have recently been awarded a good OFSTED report and are currently looking to raise awareness that they have places available for next year (full time, part time and resident) for pupils who are Deaf, hearing-impaired, or have additional communication difficulties. To appreciate what happens at Doncaster School for the Deaf you really need to visit and see their modern specialist facilities, meet some of the specialist teachers and observe pupils being taught through BSL and/or English. If you would like to discuss any aspect of service provision including arranging a visit to the school for yourself or a colleague, please contact Jean Smith, School Secretary in the first instance. Tel: 01302 386 733 Email: <a href="mailto:jeansmith@ddt-deaf.org.uk">jeansmith@ddt-deaf.org.uk</a> Evin on "JIGSAW VISITORS CENTRE (HMP Leeds) - Job Vacancy" http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/topic/jigsaw-visitors-centre-hmp-leeds-job-vacancy#post-219 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:26:37 +0000 Evin 219@http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ Jigsaw Visitors Centre is an independent charity which works in partnership with HMP Leeds to support families whilst visiting their loved ones in custody. We focus on providing information, advice, support, and sign-posting ~ all aimed at encouraging people to improve their lives, both whilst in custody and on transition back into the community. 1 x Family Reception Support Worker needed (16 hours weekends only pro rata £15,570 pa) The Jigsaw Visitors’ Centre is looking to appoint someone to provide family support in the Centre through welcoming visitors, carrying out relevant checks,and also providing information for first-time visitors and helping with the organisation of family events within HMP Leeds. The worker will work Saturday and Sunday The Jigsaw Visitors’ Centre is looking to appoint someone to provide family support in the Centre through welcoming visitors, carrying out relevant checks,and also providing information for first-time visitors and helping with the organisation of family events within HMP Leeds. For a job description, person specification and application form or an informal chat about the post please contact Lee on 0113 2032511 or email <a href="mailto:lee@jigsawvisitorscentre.org.uk">lee@jigsawvisitorscentre.org.uk</a> Closing date is 9th July 2010 Interview Date is 16th July 2010 Evin on "A Day in the Life of Headingly Cricket Club" http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/topic/a-day-in-the-life-of-headingly-cricket-club#post-205 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:04:23 +0000 Evin 205@http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ Stadium Tour, press box, commentary box, stewarding, meet players & officials, watch the match. Date Tuesday 14th September 2010 Venue Headingley Carnegie Stadium, Leeds 10am – 3pm This opportunity is open to young people with a disability who have a genuine interest in cricket, or sports leadership, and will make the most of the day. Whilst we haven’t placed age restrictions on this event, we advise that this opportunity is most suitable for young people aged 14 and upwards. Applicants / groups must be accompanied by a responsible adult. To apply for places, please complete the attached sheet & return to Fiona Hall by Friday 18th June. Places will be allocated as fairly as possible, taking into account geographical spread of applicants. We have a maximum of 20 applicants for the whole region, so please only apply for people with a genuine interest. Fiona Hall Federation Of Disability Sports Organisations Unit 9 Milner Way, Ossett WF5 9JN 01924 279305 <a href="mailto:fhall@fdso.co.uk">fhall@fdso.co.uk</a> Evin on "Employment Focus Group - £20 paid" http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/topic/employment-focus-group-20-paid#post-180 Tue, 11 May 2010 11:46:53 +0000 Evin 180@http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ Please see the message below about an Employment Focus Group: Are you a person with a disability? Do you currently receive disability benefits? Do you want to work? If so, we want to talk to you! A research project at the University of Illinois at Chicago is interested in your experiences in and views of employment programs associated with work-related activities under reform to Incapacity Benefits or the Employment and Support Allowance. We would like for you to participate in a focus group and share your experiences with the researchers and a group of people like you. Who? To be eligible, you must: - live in the city of Leeds or receive services there; - be between the ages of 18 and 64; - receive Incapacity Benefits or the Employment and Support Allowance; or be participating in or eligible for employment services through Pathways to Work or the New Deal for Disabled People What? We are asking you to participate in a focus group and discuss the issues that you have encountered and ideas that you have about programs that move individuals from receiving benefits into programs that have work requirements and emphasize the labor market. The focus group will last for about an hour and a half, and you will be compensated £20 for your participation. Where and when? A series of focus groups will be scheduled around the city of Leeds at various times in the month of May and June. You will be able to choose the date and location that works best for you. Why? This research is part of a project comparing employment policy for people with disabilities in the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom. As part of our data collection, we are particularly interested in hearing from people participating in the employment services that have resulted from reforms to the disability benefit system. If interested, please contact Randall Owen via email at <a href="mailto:rowen4@uic.edu">rowen4@uic.edu</a> or via the telephone on 0113 815 0910. He will be will to give you more information, discuss the project with you in more detail and answer any questions that you might have. Evin on "London- BSL interpreted & Lipspeaking Guided Tours" http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/topic/london-bsl-interpreted-lipspeaking-guided-tours#post-176 Fri, 07 May 2010 15:19:20 +0000 Evin 176@http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace Victoria & Albert: Art & Love This major exhibition is the first to focus on the unique partnership of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert and their shared enthusiasm for art. Events and Resources for the Deaf and hard of hearing: BSL Interpreted and Lipspeaking Guide Tours: A series of guided tours each highlighting a different theme of the exhibition. Each tour lasts around 60 minutes. Wednesday 12 May, 18:00, A Passion for Collecting Wednesday 08 September, 18:00, The Importance of Family Wednesday 13 October, 18:00, Cultural Tastes BSL Video Clips: A series of short BSL video clips highlighting key objects and themes in the exhibition. Videos can be viewed on computer terminals in the Education Room, in The Queen's Gallery, or online at <a href="http://www.royalcollection.org.uk/microsites/vanda" rel="nofollow">http://www.royalcollection.org.uk/microsites/vanda</a> Admission prices Adult: £8.75 Over 60/student: £7.75 Under 17: £4.50, Under 5: Free Family: £22.00 (2 adults and 3 under 17s) BSL Interpreted & Lipspeaking Guided Tours are included in the standard admission to the Gallery. Booking essential. Telephone 020 7766 7323 or e-mail <a href="mailto:education@royalcollection.org.uk">education@royalcollection.org.uk</a> Evin on "Leeds Men's Health Network- 19th May 2.00pm" http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/topic/leeds-mens-health-network-19th-may-200pm#post-175 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:47:22 +0000 Evin 175@http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ Next Meeting of the Leeds Men’s Health Network Wednesday coHearentVision, Centenary House, North Street, Leeds, 19th of May, 2.00pm General business meeting of the Network plus we hope to have a guest speaker on ‘Supporting Older Men’ Everyone interested in men’s health is welcome! Please contact Barry Ewart at <a href="mailto:b.r.ewart@leeds.ac.uk">b.r.ewart@leeds.ac.uk</a> or tel. 0113 343 4358. All are welcome to attend Evin on "NATIONAL EYE HEALTH WEEK 14-20 JUNE 2010" http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/topic/national-eye-health-week-14-20-june-2010#post-174 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:37:54 +0000 Evin 174@http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ National Eye Health Week – 14-20 June 2010 For the first time ever the UK eye care sector is joining forces with charities and healthcare professionals to launch National Eye Health Week 2010. Under the banner Vision Matters the campaign aims to communicate the importance of eye health and the need for regular sight tests to people from every walk of life. Of the 1.8 million people in the UK living with sight loss, 53% could be helped with a simple sight test and new spectacles. Organisations across the UK are staging a whole range of activities to support the campaign. For more information visit <a href="http://www.visionmatters.org.uk" rel="nofollow">http://www.visionmatters.org.uk</a> Evin on "SignHealth take over NRASS" http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/topic/signhealth-take-over-nrass#post-162 Fri, 16 Apr 2010 11:49:48 +0000 Evin 162@http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ From Monday 19th April, SignHealth will have an office based in Centenary House. They will be providing Leeds Housing Support Service. Please see the information below about this new service: What can we support you with? Housing - for both renting and homeowners, including sorting out repairs etc. Managing Money - including support for benefits claims, debt and paying bills etc. Letters/Phone Calls - support to understand letters, replying, and making phone calls. Social/Community support - including support with daily living skills and other various things If you want support, please text Marie Vickers on 07814 757881 or email <a href="mailto:mvivkers@signhealth.org.uk">mvivkers@signhealth.org.uk</a> Evin on "BME - meeting 20th April" http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/topic/bme-meeting-20th-april#post-171 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 15:37:43 +0000 Evin 171@http://www.cohearentvision.org.uk/forum/ The BME meeting was very succesful. Jill Jones from Leeds Involvement Project gave a talk on the project. Terry Harton gave a presentation about the DEAForum and encouraged people to get involved. The next DEAForum meeting is on Monday 26th April 4pm- 6.30pm For more information contact: Jill Jones Text: 07850744398 Fax: 01226700326 E-mail: <a href="mailto:jilljones@deaf-quality.co.uk">jilljones@deaf-quality.co.uk</a> Venue: Leeds Involvement Project Unit 8 Gemini Park Sheepscar Way ( off Scott Hall Rd at the back of the BMW garage)