Sign language interpreting service
This page tells you about a free BSL/SSE interpreting service in Hammersmith and Fulham
Who is the service for?
The service is for residents of the borough who have a hearing loss and need communication support.
What help is available?
We can provide a BSL/English interpreter to support you in a number of different situations. We can come with you when you visit:
- council departments, such as community services or housing
- your NHS GP or NHS dentist
- NHS opticians
- antenatal clinic
- parent/teacher meetings or
- other important meetings.
If you need an interpreter in any other situation, please contact us. We will talk to you about the help you need. If you need support from a lipspeaker or notetaker please contact us and we will try to make arrangements for you.
How do I use the signlanguage (or lipspeaker and notetaker) service?
If you would like to use the service, contact the community services sensory impairment team at the address below.
We will send you a form to complete with details of when and where we are needed, how we can contact you and any additional requirements you may have.
The form will cover things like
- What date?
- What time? Start am/pm Finish am/pm
- Where do you want the interpreter to meet you?
- What do you want the interpreter for? (e.g meeting, doctor’s appointment etc) Formal/informal?
- How many deaf people?
Who do we contact for more information?
Sensory impairment team
Sign language interpreting service
1st Floor 145 King Street,
Hammersmith, London W6 9XY
Voice: 020 8753 5311
Textphone: 020 8753 2401
Fax: 020 8753 5094
Email: CCS-SLIS@lbhf.gov.uk
We are open 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday.
How will I know if my request has been received?
Once we receive your booking form we will send you a letter confirming your booking. If we are coming to a meeting with you we may ask to see copies of any important papers to help us prepare.
How much notice is required?
For routine appointments, preferably we require five days notice to book an interpreter. All bookings are subject to availability of an interpreter.
Sign language interpreting service (pdf)
What about other services for deaf people?
You can find out about other services and equipment for people with a hearing loss by contacting h&f advice on 0845 313 3935 or fax 020 8753 5880.
Page last updated: 28/07/2009
