Hayley Marter

This February, I am taking part in The 28 Challenge to raise funds for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People. Hearing dogs are highly trained to alert deaf people to important and life-saving sounds, such as the smoke alarm, alarm clocks and even intruder alarms and baby monitors. They also provide lots of love, companionship and emotional support, which is really important as many deaf people can feel lonely and isolated. It costs £25,000 to fully train a hearing dog, so any donation, however large or small, really helps to raise funds to train more dogs.

I am partially deaf and even with my hearing aids, I can have difficulty hearing noises such as traffic, understanding those around me, and communicating effectively. Without my hearing aids, it is much worse and can feel very isolating. Many of those with hearing loss struggle far more than I do and require further support and assistance, such as from hearing dogs. That's why the work done by charities like Hearing Dogs for Deaf People is so important. 

For the 28 Challenge, I will be making 28 different dog-themed keychains, bag charms, and types of jewellery (earrings, bracelets, necklaces etc.). I will also be walking 28 miles throughout the month as well. 

If would like to help me support Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, feel free to sponsor me. Any donation, however large or small, will really help.

Thank you.

Hayley