This project will increase the confidence, independence and life skills of hard of hearing people, as well as improving the way they communicate with their friends, families, and employers, by providing one to one support and information, social group activities for the hard of hearing, and tailored information and advice to employers. The project will benefit 2,620 people and 12 organisations over a 3 year period. This grant will fund two new full time project worker posts, travel and group activity costs.