New Deaf Wave website shares health and wellbeing information for deaf young people
- Healthwatch Somerset
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
SignHealth has launched Deaf Wave, a new online space created with deaf young people. It shares information, stories and support in British Sign Language (BSL) and English.
What’s happening
Deaf Wave is a website for deaf children and young people (around ages 13 to 25). It brings together accessible health and wellbeing information, with content designed to feel relevant to deaf young people’s lives.
The site was co-created with deaf young people through workshops and school groups, with input from SignHealth’s Young People Advisory Board. Deaf young designers and BSL translators helped shape the look, layout, and accessibility.
Why this matters
Many deaf young people face extra barriers when it comes to getting the right support at the right time. This can include:
feeling isolated or low more often than hearing young people
not always having the words (or access) to explain how they feel or ask for help
not knowing what accessible support is available
very different levels of support in schools and colleges depending on where you live
What you’ll find on Deaf Wave
Healthy mind – support for wellbeing and mental health
Relationships – help with family, friends and staying safe in relationships
My health rights – what to expect when booking appointments and seeing healthcare professionals
Safe sex – information about consent and where to get advice
School stress – tips for managing stress and dealing with bullying
How to access Deaf Wave
You can visit Deaf Wave here: deafwave.signhealth.org.uk. The site includes content in both BSL and English.
Have your say
If you are deaf, or you support a deaf young person, Healthwatch Somerset would like to hear what helps (and what makes it harder) to get information and support about health and wellbeing. Your experiences can help services understand what needs to change.
If you’d like to share your experience with Healthwatch Somerset, call us on 0800 999 1286, email info@healthwatchsomerset.co.uk, or use our ‘Have your say’ form at healthwatchsomerset.co.uk/have-your-say.
Contact Healthwatch in British Sign Language
If you’d like to share your experience in BSL, you can book a free video call with Healthwatch through Convo (previously SignLive), an online interpreting service.
Find out how to book a BSL video call: Contact us using British Sign Language | Healthwatch.
Source: SignHealth Deaf Wave press release (April 2026).
