About this service:

The national charity for deafness and hearing loss. Advice and information, hearing technology, social groups, local centres, and Schooltech (communication and soundfield systems for schools). Advocacy for better education services.

Who can use it:

Deaf and hard of hearing children and adults, and their families. National.

How to access the service:

Self-referral accepted. Freephone or WhatsApp, or use the contact page on chime.ie to find the nearest centre.

Telephone and access details:

Freephone 1800 256 257. WhatsApp: 087 922 1046

Website information:

chime.ie

Support for families of children with additional needs:

Advice for parents of deaf or hard of hearing children, including technology and support in school.

Source directory last updated: October 2026. Contact the service to confirm current availability and details.