A TALKING NEWSPAPER
Who listens?
The service is primarily aimed at blind and partially sighted people, but it is often extended to physically handicapped people and others who find reading a strain.
How is the news sent to the listener?
Various different formats are used: cassette tapes/CDs/Memory Sticks/via websites etc. Local TNs should be contacted to find out which formats they can offer.
If you cannot read
Lots of information that others take for granted is not available to people with sight problems. Even Braille readers may not be able to access local news and events. The Talking Newspaper brings independence and means there is no longer a need to rely on sighted friends for help.
Keeping in touch
Local news is particularly important for blind and partially sighted people. Most are elderly, and can easily become isolated from the community in which they have spent their lives. The Talking Newspaper lets them know what’s happening on their own doorstep.
A weekly visit by a friend
Many listeners tell us that the Talking Newspaper is the highlight of the week. They like familiar voices giving useful information. Some TN volunteers may visit their listeners.
A tape recorder in the home
Audio equipment
Local TNs can often lend their listeners suitable audio equipment free of charge.
If you – or someone you know – could benefit from a Talking Newspaper then contact your local Talking Newspaper or Talking News Federation office,
Or
If you wish to volunteer to help a local Talking Newspaper in your area:-
Find their telephone number and address in your local telephone book or contact the Talking News Federation office.
If there is no Talking Newspaper in your area:-
You can take the first step to establishing one by contacting the Talking News Federation office.
Please Phone:- 0871 226 5506
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