Rotarians talk some SENSE

SENSE supports and campaigns for children and adults who are deafblind. It provides expert advice and information as well as specialist services to deafblind people, their families, carers and the professionals who work with them.

Colette’s presentation highlighted the fact that 95 per cent of what we know is absorbed through the senses of sight and hearing. She outlined the causes of deafblindness and its impact in terms of a victim’s ability to communicate, be independent, socialize and access information.

She described the facilities available locally to support individuals including nursery provision, residential care, day services and links in the community. Colette also highlighted the importance of the work of volunteers within the organisation.

On behalf of all the Rotary members, Rotarian Kim Lindsay thanked Colette, as well as Hazel Austin and Stephanie Sloan who accompanied her.