Stories in the Spotlight

  • Interpreters for Funerals Fund

    Interpreters for Funerals Fund

    For the last two years, MSDP has been raising funds to provide interpreters at funerals for Deaf community members and their families. So far, the fund has helped cover interpreting costs for 13 funerals. An interpreter costs £125 per funeral, so the fund plays an important role in helping Deaf people access communication and fully take part…

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  • Continuing support from Soroptimist International

    Continuing support from Soroptimist International

    In 2025 we were very pleased to be nominated as one of the Soroptimist International Liverpool’s Charities of the Year. The SI President Pat Perkins is passionate about supporting the Deaf community and continues to join forces with MSDP to make a difference. You can read more about Pat, and her personal connection to the…

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  • Successful Healthy Heart Event

    Successful Healthy Heart Event

    On Thursday 25th September, MSDP proudly hosted our Free Heart Health Check Day in partnership with Soroptimist International Liverpool and the Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital. As one of Soroptimist International Liverpool’s Charities of the Year, we’re thrilled to be working together to bring vital health opportunities directly to our Deaf and Hard of Hearing…

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  • Wirral Commitment to Carers’ Conference 

    Wirral Commitment to Carers’ Conference 

    We were delighted to attend the Commitment to Carers Conference, hosted by Wirral Carers Alliance at the Floral Pavilion on Wednesday 11th June 2025. The event formed part of Carers UK’s 60th anniversary celebrations, with the themes of Empowered, Connected and Equality reflected throughout the day.  The conference offered a fantastic opportunity to connect with…

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  • Tickets to the LFC Legends match

    Tickets to the LFC Legends match

    Liverpool Football Club kindly donated 20 tickets to MSDP, to enable members of the Deaf community to attend the Legend Football Match on Saturday 22nd March. Due significant interest, LFC increased to number of tickets to 45. Everyone really enjoyed the match, and the feedback has been fantastic. The group signed You’ll Never Walk Alone,…

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  • Stop Loan Sharks

    Stop Loan Sharks

    What is a loan shark? Loan sharks’ are people who lend money without permission. This is against the law. The loan shark may be someone you know, like a friend of a friend or someone you meet at the pub. They are often very friendly, but that can change very quickly. They could pressure you to repay,…

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  • RED Caravan exhibition of Liverpool memorabilia

    RED Caravan exhibition of Liverpool memorabilia

    In October 2022 we were pleased to welcome the RED Caravan to MSDP. The RED Caravan was created by Emma Case and is part of The RED Archive, which is a collection of photographs and stories from Liverpool football fans.

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  • Promoting better healthcare for Deaf people

    Promoting better healthcare for Deaf people

    Our focus on improving healthcare access and experience for Deaf individuals has led to several impactful initiatives. By working closely with health service providers and the Deaf community, we’ve highlighted challenges and driven positive changes.

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  • Improving health & wellbeing in our community

    Improving health & wellbeing in our community

    This year, our initiatives have significantly enhanced the health and wellbeing of our community. Through collaborations with various partners and the introduction of new programs, we’ve provided critical support and information to our service users.

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  • Profile: Stuart McGibbon

    Profile: Stuart McGibbon

    We work with some fantastic people at MSDP, and for this impact report we would like to highlight Stuart our Rehabilitation Officer, for his exceptional service and dedication. Stuart’s commitment to understanding and supporting our clients’ needs exemplifies our charity’s mission and values, making a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve. The…

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  • Developing our staff

    Developing our staff

    Investing in our staff is crucial to enhancing service user experiences and making our charity an excellent place to work. This year, we have focused on professional development, infrastructure improvement, and performance optimisation. Apprenticeships Level 7 Apprenticeships commenced last year with our CEO enrolling on a course through Liverpool John Moores University, and our Finance…

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  • VOLA grant to upgrade our IT room

    VOLA grant to upgrade our IT room

    In Summer 2023 we were awarded £8,295 from the VOLA Consortium, as part of the the Digital Connectivity for Local Community Facilities Project. VOLA has been appointed by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA) to manage the UK Shared Prosperity Fund in the local area, and we were very grateful to them for awarding…

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  • Rose Ayling-Ellis and Rosie Cooper visit MSDP

    Rose Ayling-Ellis and Rosie Cooper visit MSDP

    In February, Strictly Come Dancing and Eastenders star Rose Ayling-Ellis and former MP Rosie Cooper brought a film crew to the Deaf centre for Rose’s BBC documentary Signs for Change. The film crew at the BBC wanted extras in the background, but we offered to bring her in while the community were in so it…

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