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Frequently Asked Questions

I’m doing an assignment on hearing loss, could you send me some information?  

We sell student information kits...

I want to get my hearing tested but I am not sure where to go.  

We have a number of different sites where you can go for...

Do you run Hearing Loss Courses?   

Yes we do, please ...

I’d like some information on Tinnitus  

At Vicdeaf, individual tinnitus management sessions are...

I have a hearing loss and am not sure what to do now  

Vicdeaf’s rehabilitation team runs Managing your...

Do you know where I can go for a Vibrating Alarm Clock, Vibrating Watch, Equipment to hear the phone better, Something to help me hear the TV and other Devices?   

Both our Oakleigh office and our Box Hill office of...

We just got a Deaf worker in our section and we’d like to have some training about working with them. What do I do?  

Vicdeaf can run a Deafness Awareness Training session at...

I’d like to find a social group or activity in my area  

Vicdeaf runs and supports a number of social and community...

How do I get captions on my TV?  

We recommend contacting ...

Is MAKATON a sign language? Is it like Auslan? Where do I learn it?  

No MAKATON is a basic communication system not a language....

What is the National Relay Service Number? I want to call a Deaf person.  

The National Relay Service is an Australia-wide telephone...

Can I donate or sell used hearing aids?  

Vicdeaf is not able to make use of hearing aid donations....

Who do I contact for services for my child who is deaf?  

Vicdeaf is responsible for providing service and support to...

I want to learn to lip read. Does Vicdeaf run courses?  

No Vicdeaf does not run specific Lip Reading courses however...