There is a network of independent tinnitus support groups around the country supported by the British Tinnitus Association (BTA). All support groups are different, but generally the benefits of joining one are:
- Development of new coping skills
- Learning new, practical ways of dealing with problems
- Learning to relax and managing stress
- Feeling more in control and an increase in confidence
- Gaining inspiration and support from others
Local support groups
Here in our region there are 4 groups that might be of interest to you. For the full list of groups in the UK please click here.
Ipswich Tinnitus Support Group
A support group for people living in or near Ipswich.
Where the group meets
Suffolk House
2 Wharfedale Road
(off Dales Road)
Ipswich
IP1 4JP
Refreshments are provided and the venue has an induction loop for hearing aid users.
When the group is meeting
- All meetings are held from 13.30 – 15.30
- Monday 23rd March
- Monday 29th June
- Monday 14th September
- Monday 14th December – Xmas get together
How to find out more
Contact the group's organiser, Maria Waller, on 01473 286060 or maria.waller@hhas.org.uk
Bury St Edmunds Tinnitus Support Group
A support group for people in Bury St Edmunds to come together in a friendly environment and talk about ways to cope and manage their tinnitus.
Where the group meets
Bury St Edmunds Deaf Centre
28 Northgate Street
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 1HY
Refreshments are provided and the venue has an induction loop for hearing aid users.
When the group is meeting (2019)
Alternate months, 10:30-12:30
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Wednesday 15th April
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Wednesday 17th June: Garden Party with Strawberries & Scones. Presentation from Nic Wray - representative for British Tinnitus Association.
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Wednesday 19th August
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Wednesday 21st October: Presentation from group member Heather Fletcher on how hypnotherapy services may help tinnitus.
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Wednesday 25th November: Joint end of year get-together with the Hard of Hearing Group. Presentation from Margo Harrison of Hearing Dogs for Deaf People.
How to find out more
Contact Jane Frost on 01284 625926 or jane.frost56@gmail.com to register your interest.
Norfolk/Norwich Tinnitus Support Group
A support group for people living in or near Norfolk/Norwich.
Where the group meets
Norfolk Deaf Association
120 Thorpe Road
Norwich
NR1 1RT
When the group is meeting
How to find out more
tinnitus@norfolkdeaf.org.uk | 01603 404440 | www.norfolkdeaf.org.uk
Lowestoft Tinnitus Support Group
A group for anyone in the Lowestoft area who would like to meet others with tinnitus in a friendly and supportive environment.
Where the group meets
Lowestoft & District Deaf Society
Blackheath Road
Lowestoft
NR33 7JG
How to find out more
Contact the group organisers on 01502 512073 or ldds@btconnect.com