Deaf and hard of hearing people

Last updated 18 April 2024

Whakarongorau Aotearoa

NZ Telehealth Services For Deaf and disabled people who are needing support - TEXT 8988 or 0800 111 213.

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If you have difficulty hearing or talking on the phone, then you are eligible to register for a text message system to connect you directly to emergency services. FFind out more and register now.

Deaf Aotearoa 

Visit their website at ww.deaf.org.nz and follow Deaf Aotearoa on X (formerly Twitter) to watch NZSL videos providing translation on National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) updates. NZSL videos are also available on the Civil Defence Get Ready website. 

For interpreters, go to iSign or the New Zealand Relay service.

Auckland Deaf Society

Visit their website or follow their Facebook page for more info about flood info and support. 

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