Who we are…
At the Caritas Deaf Service, we work with Deaf, Deafblind and Hard of Hearing people of all ages to facilitate and enable them to participate fully in the life of the Church, sharing their own gifts.
What we do
Interpret
at one-off or regular liturgical events to assist members of the Deaf community in participating fully.
Teach
people in parishes and schools through Deaf Awareness Sessions and short Liturgical Sign Language courses.
Build
a community of Deaf, Deafblind and Hard of Hearing people in the Diocese of Westminster.
Meet our Staff…
Making your church services accessible…
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Signs of Hope
A counselling service for Deaf, Deafblind and Hard of Hearing people, or for relatives who would like Deaf-Aware Counselling.
Contact: Nikki Dhillon Keane nikkidhillonk@rcdow.org.uk
Safeguarding
Caritas Deaf Service follows the Safeguarding Procedures of the Diocese of Westminster.
Liturgies
Each month, we provide events for members of the Deaf Community, to facilitate their participation in the liturgical life of the Church.
News
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As Sign Language Week 2025 draws to a close, we’re sharing a reflection by Sr…
Sign Language Week 2025
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Upcoming Events
Stations of the Cross
Join us in Westminster Cathedral at 3p.m. on the following Fridays: 7th and 21st March…
Signed Mass
Mass starts at 4:30pm and there will be the opportunity for confession before Mass starts.…