Hello Everyone

[Michael3]

My name is Michael. I am 63 and have been to too many concerts! Result... profoundly deaf in left ear and hard of hearing in right ear. I don't know anyone who signs but given that my hearing is gradually deteriorated it's only time b4 I lose it I think. I'm encountering the usual feelings of isolation and exclusion so that I'd learn sign language to prepare myself. Practice makes perfect I hope.

[Batem4n]

Welcome to the forum, Michael! It's great that you've decided to learn BSL, and you'll find many people on here who can help. How long have you been learning for up until now?

[Michael3]

I started this course 2 weeks ago! A real beginner 😀

[Batem4n]

Hi, Michael. I hope that the course is going well for you! How far are you in it at the moment?

[Michael3]

I've just completed the third module. Work priorities are getting in the way and because I don't live in a deaf community I find I'm going back frequently to relearn because I forget! There's a lot of signs to think about and remember. Bite size chunks works best for me. 

 

But really enjoying it. 😊 

[Batem4n]

Hi, Michael. A good thing about the course is that it can be accessed in your free time at times that suit you, and you can always re-cap on some of the modules ready for the final assessment. Do you have any local Deaf clubs that you could visit near to you? If you would like a practise buddy, I'd be more than happy to help.