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Buy online at: https://shop.irishdeaf.com/doro-phoneeasy-100w-cordless-telephone

The Doro PhoneEasy 100w is a well designed, attractive, simple to use cordless phone with a good range of standard features and an easy-to-read display.

One view is that the PhoneEasy 100w is a really good value-for-money choice. It offers all the features you would expect and has good sound quality, at a really affordable price.

This product has a degree of inherent hearing aid compatibility – some digital hearing aid users find the level of noise interference low enough to use directly with their hearing aids.

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In stock at: https://shop.irishdeaf.com/swissvoice-d28-easy-to-use-mobile-phone

The Swissvoice D28 easy to use clamshell phone is a great model for anyone who would like a hearing aid compatible mobile phone that is simple and functional.

For ease of use the D28 has a simplified menu as well as large comfortable keys, speaking numbers and a 10 photo speed dial feature which allows you to call family or friends at the push of a button.

It has excellent clear sound as well as a volume boost of up to 35dB and it also has extra loud ringtones of up to 90dB so you don’t miss any important calls. 

The D28 is equipped with two displays, the large 2.8 inch high resolution screen on the inside and an external display on the outside. The external display is an ‘E-ink’ display, similar to a screen on a Kindle type device – this shows you the time, the caller name or number and notifications for any messages waiting.

One unique feature is that the phone will ring louder when the same caller tries again immediately and for extra safety there is an SOS button located on the back of the phone. When you press this it sends a pre-recorded text or voice message to up to 5 people.

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Buy online at: https://shop.irishdeaf.com/sound-oasis-sp-101-stereo-sleep-therapy-pillow-speakers

A pair of small but substantial stereo pillow speakers with handy in-line volume control from Sound Oasis model SP-101.

The low profile pillow speakers simply slip under your pillow to allow you to listen in privacy and comfort to any radio, CD or cassette player, etc., that has a 3.5mm stereo speaker/headphone socket. They are wired together so you don’t lose one (!) but you are still able arrange them comfortably under your pillow.

Many sufferers of tinnitus have also found relief using a pillow speaker connected to a radio tuned off station.

Use with standard or king size pillows.

Use with Sound Oasis Sound Relaxers, CD players, iPods, iPhones, iPads, most MP3 players and TVs.

Does not require batteries or power. 

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Buy online at: https://shop.irishdeaf.com/lifemax-soothing-sounds-dial

Soothing Sounds Dial to help you relax and wind down after a long day

This value-for-money product is designed to help you relax and meditate and can help to relieve the symptoms of tinnitus. If you struggle to dose off to sleep or simply require some soothing distraction sounds then this sound dial can help. Simply switch on and choose from one of the 12 realistic nature sounds and ambient compositions.

Any of the sounds help to relieve any stress or insomnia after a long day and the nature sounds offer respite from the effects of tinnitus. With a simple to operate design, this is ideal for anybody with limited dexterity and it’s compact size, along with headphone socket, allows you to take it with you on your travels.

You can also set a timer on the device, that includes 30, 60 or 90 minute options with the choice of optional fade, which can really help you to drift off to sleep naturally without worrying about turning it off.

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Buy online at: https://shop.irishdeaf.com/amplicomms-bigtel-1580-loud-hearing-aid-compatible-cordless-landline-combo-telephone-with-answerphone-and-call-blocking

The Amplicomms BigTel 1580 Combo has good volume levels and this combo is a great option for anybody who would like the security of a corded landline phone coupled with the mobility of a cordless handset. Particularly useful for any senior user as the phone is really simple to use and with the extra handset you can have another phone placed conveniently within the home.

Designed for comfort and practicality, this is an entry level combo with good clear sound and an extra loud ring of up to 90dB. There is also an integrated answering machine as well as three direct dial memory buttons so you can reach family and friends with ease.

• One-touch audio-boost on handset side (+35dB)
• Extra loud ringers (up to 90dB)
• Answering machine with up to 30 minute call time
• Call block function with a dedicated key and an automatic mode: up to 100 entries!
• 3 direct memory keys (M1, M2, M3)
• Large high quality full graphic display
• Hands-free function
• Ergonomic big button keypad
• Visual ringer LED
• Hearing Aid Compatible
• Blue backlit display
• Earpiece volume control (5 levels)
• Up to 3 additional handsets can be added

Buy online at: https://shop.irishdeaf.com/sleep-sound-therapy-system-with-bluetooth-bst-80-20

The BST-80 can be used to stream your music playlists from your phone or tablet via Bluetooth during the day, and your Sound Oasis Therapy Pro App sounds at night, to help provide you with the best sounds for relaxing and sleeping during your travels or at home.

This sleep sound machine comes with a built-in micro SD card that is fully-equipped with 20 Sound Oasis sleep sounds and can also be loaded with pre-made playlists from extensive libraries on SoundOasis.com. You can create a custom sound card from the Sound Oasis sounds library to get the exact mix of sounds you prefer.

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Buy online at: https://shop.irishdeaf.com/wake-n-shake-curve-alarm-clock-with-bed-vibrator

The Wake’n’Shake Curve is physically smaller than the original Wake’n’Shake and is easier to use, however it doesn’t have the telephone alert feature.

The Wake ‘n’ Shake Curve is a really attractive, modern clock. It is easy to use and has great features for deaf and hard of hearing people. The ability to charge a USB device is handy.

The Wake’n’Shake Curve has a built-in USB charging socket on the back, allowing you to charge smart phones and other electronics (mobile phone not included!).

This clock is easy to set up and use, with clearly labelled buttons on the top.

It has a very good vibration and very loud sound. The clock has a particularly large digital display with numbers approx. 46mm tall. There is a 3 stage dimmer so you aren’t disturbed by the screen at night. There is also an integral bright LED light which can be set to flash for a visual alarm.

The modern and stylish Wake ‘n’ Shake Curve digital alarm clock has a bright and clear, large display and can wake you with sound, flashing light or a vibrating pad. It also has a USB phone charge socket.

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Buy online at: https://shop.irishdeaf.com/usb-t-loop-headset-for-use-with-hearing-aids

This premium high quality headset has been specially adapted by Connevans as suitable to be used with hearing aids with a T loop program.

With microphone and USB technology providing you with clear digital sound quality, you can benefit from premium sound in a variety of digital environments. This headset is great for use with Skype, Zoom, Teams calls and online gaming.

• Excellent loop strength and volume (up to 10 times higher inductive output than other hearing aid compatible headsets and capable of meeting the signal strength recommendations of EN60118-4)
• Inline volume control and mute buttons for microphone and listening
• Ideal for chatting & telephony applications including Teams, Zoom and other virtual meetings
• Great for online gaming sessions
• Full stereo sound
• Comfortable design that features adjustable headband and soft ear cushions
• Easy connection directly to your PC – simply plug into a USB port
• Mic can be turned away if using the headset for listening to music
• No disturbance to other people in the environment/privacy when using the headset since the earpieces make no sound.

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Buy online at: https://shop.irishdeaf.com/wake-n-shake-vintage-classic-analogue-alarm-clock-with-bed-shaker

The Wake ‘n’ Shake Vintage analogue alarm clock boasts a classic clock face but with modern features such as an extra loud alarm (up to 80dB) flashing light display and vibrating bed shaker.

It has a very good vibration and very loud sound. There is a 3 stage dimmer and there is also an integral bright LED light which can be set to flash for a visual alarm – watch our video to see this clock in action!

The Wake ‘n’ Shake Vintage also has a built-in USB charging socket allowing you to charge smart phones and other electronics (mobile phone not included!).

The Wake ‘n’ Shake Vintage is a great, sturdy clock that is loud with a strong vibration. The 3 tones are good and offer noticeable differences as well as the 3 brightness levels – although we wouldn’t recommend for sleepers who prefer a pitch black room as the dimmest light level is still quite bright. An excellent choice for people who prefer analogue clocks. 

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Wi-Safe2 basic system pack – consists of Wi-Safe2 strobe & vibrating pad alert FS1552W2 (W2-SVO-630) and smoke alarm head (W2-WST-630)

Buy online at: https://shop.irishdeaf.com/fireangel-wi-safe2-wireless-smoke-alarm-system

The Combined Strobe and Vibrating Pad respond to wireless signals from the Wi-Safe 2™ (WST-630) smoke alarm when it detects smoke. The strobe will flash and the pad will vibrate.

The red ‘alarm’ LED on the strobe will also illuminate immediately giving the individual an early warning and a better chance of escaping.

The vibrating pad can be placed under a pillow or cushion while the strobe can be wall mounted or laid flat offering greater flexibility.

The strobe also acts as a remote low-level testing device, meaning that when the test button is pressed on the strobe it will activate all alarms in the network.
This ensures that vulnerable individuals will not need to struggle to press the test.

The WST-630 smoke alarm has been designed to give the earliest possible warning of fire via a network of wireless interlinked smoke alarms. It incorporates the groundbreaking Thermoptek™ technology, which provides responsiveness to all fire types in one alarm. Thermoptek™ technology combines the very latest in optical sensing with thermal enhancement, providing fast reaction to both slow smouldering and fast flaming fires in a single alarm.

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