What is ‘Couch to 5k?’

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Couch to 5K is a 9 week programme designed to get you from the couch to running 5k (roughly 3 miles). The plan involves 3 runs a week, with a day of rest in between, and a different schedule for each of the 9 weeks.

Jock Young Award winner announced!

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We received quite a number of nominations which were reviewed by a panel. The nominees are all inspiring role models for Deaf young people across Scotland. However, despite the tough deliberations about the nominations, we can only choose one from all the nominations for the Jock Young Award.

How to spot a scam

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How to spot a scam?

S – Suspicious (Seems too good to be true)
C – Contacted out of the blue
A – Asked for personal details
M – Money is requested

Dementia Assessments for Deaf people

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Emma Ferguson-Coleman is a researcher in the University of Manchester researching ‘Deaf people with dementia’. Emma discusses the need for BSL assessments for Dementia, and how we can support a Deaf person living with Dementia in the Deaf community.

DRP Midlands visit the Theatre

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On Saturday 13th April 2019. BDA Deaf Roots & Pride – Midlands organised a trip to Derby Theatre to watch ‘Jungle Book’ starring Caroline Parker. This was an integrated performance with signing performers and visual captions.