Support for Deaf people

Derby and Derbyshire has a large and important Deaf community. As a Trust, we are committed to improving access to our services for Deaf people. 

Contact us via text
We offer a text service for people who are Deaf or hard of hearing. Women and birthing people can use this service to self-refer, book appointments, or rearrange existing appointments.

• Derby and South Derbyshire Perinatal Team text number 07918335413
• Chesterfield and North Perinatal Team text number 07990438191

The text service is available Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.

Please note that this service is not monitored outside these hours and should not be used in a crisis or emergency. If you require urgent support, please contact see our crisis guidance here.

To find out how the Trust is working with our local Deaf population to improve our services, further information can be found here

Self referral leaflet for the Deaf and hard of hearing