About CDA Life
CDA Life was established in 2017 to meet the needs of Deaf people with additional requirements. Many Deaf individuals were previously cared for in institutions that did not fully understand or accommodate their communication needs, which are vital to their overall care. At CDA Life, we recognise that communication is the cornerstone of effective care and support.
Our unwavering goal is to ensure that Deaf people with additional needs are empowered to live their fullest lives, with absolute control and choice in the way they live. This is made possible through the careful selection of dedicated staff, brilliant training programmes, and our connection to the wider charity, which offers a range of social and support opportunities. Our services have been recognised as outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), placing us among the best care providers in the UK.
Our Services
At CDA Life, we offer a wide range of services, including personal care provided in people’s homes. Our services cater to various needs, including support for individuals with physical disabilities, learning difficulties, dementia, and mobility issues. Our staff are experienced in providing essential care such as hoisting, personal hygiene, feeding, and administering medication.
We understand that each individual’s needs are unique, which is why we provide flexible support options. Whether you require as little as 2 hours of support per week or 24-hour care, our services are tailored to suit your personal circumstances and ensure you receive the level of care you need.
We also offer social inclusion services, where trained support workers accompany individuals with additional needs, helping them to lead a full and active social life. This service is vital in ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage with their community and enjoy a happy, fulfilling life.
Why Choose Us?
Choosing the Cambridgeshire Deaf Association (CDA) Life means you’ll receive top-quality personal care backed by the best systems available in the care sector. Our charity’s governance, leadership, and focus are centred on improving the lives of Deaf people.
When you choose CDA Life, you’re not only choosing exceptional care, but you’re also connecting with a broader network of services such as volunteer befriending, advocacy, casework, community events, and hearing aid maintenance. This holistic approach ensures a comprehensive service for all who choose CDA Life.
Additionally, we use cutting-edge software to manage tasks and care plans effectively, ensuring that medication is administered on time, tasks are completed as scheduled, and managers can audit and assess care at any time of the day. This guarantees the highest standards of care and allows for swift intervention whenever needed.
Our managers have professional and friendly relationships with clients focused on creating care that is focused on what’s important in life.
Our Team
The CDA Life team brings decades of experience in supporting Deaf individuals who use British Sign Language (BSL) and have additional needs. Our caring and skilled team continuously learns and integrates their experiences from diverse sectors such as Deafblind advocacy, disability support, youth work, and personal care management.
Our staff are passionate about putting the needs of our clients first. Beyond the core care team, clients also have access to a wide network of professionals specialising in befriending, community services, advocacy, and casework. This multi-disciplinary team ensures that the care we provide is tailored to the unique needs of each individual. We also pride ourselves on being a fully BSL-accessible organisation, with all levels of staff, including managers, proficient in BSL, ensuring there are no communication barriers for our Deaf clients.
Training and Standards
All CDA Life staff undergo rigorous training before they begin working with clients. This includes a period of shadowing, along with the completion of over 40 training courses, covering essential skills and knowledge. Our staff continue to receive training throughout their careers and are provided with further learning and development opportunities.
We maintain the highest standards through a robust auditing regime, ensuring our services consistently meet the needs of our clients. We also work with external consultants to stay up to date with best practices and have a comprehensive suite of policies and procedures that are regularly reviewed and updated.
Care that Empowers
At CDA Life, our mission is to empower the people we care for to live their best lives. This ethos is at the heart of everything we do, and our entire team works together to make this a reality.
We’ve seen incredible outcomes from those we support, as they pursue their personal goals, dreams, and ambitions with confidence. For example we’ve supported people to fly planes, attend college, develop language skills and learn and be proud of their deaf identity.
Our Partners
We work closely with Cambridgeshire County Council, Peterborough City Council, local authorities, and the NHS Continuing Healthcare team to provide care and support for individuals with additional needs across the region. These partnerships ensure that the care we deliver is well-coordinated, comprehensive, and meets the high standards our clients deserve.
Get in Touch
If you or someone you know could benefit from our services, please get in touch by filling out the contact form on this page, and we’ll be happy to assist you.
At CDA Life, our managers are accessible to all our clients, ensuring personalised care at every level. With British Sign Language proficiency throughout our organisation, clients can communicate directly with anyone in the team, from carers to senior managers, without any barriers.