DeafBlind Interpreting

Tactile and visual interpreting for clear, safe communication.

DeafBlind Interpreting is a specialised service designed to support people who have both hearing and vision loss. Our qualified interpreters use tailored communication methods such as tactile Auslan, hand-over-hand signing, or close visual signing depending on the individual’s preferences and needs.

 

This service allows DeafBlind clients to access information, participate in conversations, and engage confidently in appointments, meetings, events, or everyday activities.

 

Sweeney Interpreting works closely with each client to understand their preferred communication style and physical access requirements. We ensure every interpreting session is delivered with care, patience, and respect for personal space, safety, and independence.

 

Whether it’s a health appointment, workplace meeting, social gathering, or public event, our experienced interpreters make sure DeafBlind clients are supported with effective and inclusive communication.

Services Fees

All are minimum booking fees

Face-to-face

$260*

Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Video Remote Interpreting (VRI)

$195*

Minimum booking duration: 1.5 hours

*GST will be charged in addition to the above fee for fee-for-service and EAF bookings. NDIS interpreting services are GST free.

Qualified, Trusted, and
Community-Focused Interpreters

Sweeney Interpreting has over 198 interpreters.

We provide interpreting for:

  • Businesses and organisations (fee-for-service)
  • NDIS (NDIA, plan and self-managed participants)
  • JobAccess EAF

NAATI (National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters) All our interpreters have NAATI credentials. NAATI is a government appointed authority that is responsible for setting, maintaining and promoting high professional standards for the Translating and Interpreting sector.

Professional Development: We encourage our interpreters to undertake professional development events throughout the year. We believe this is a good way for interpreters to keep up to date on best interpreting practices to work with our customers.

Code of Ethics All of our interpreters are bound by the ASLITA Code of Ethics. To view the Code of Ethics, click here.

ASLITA ( Australian Sign Language Interpreters and Translators Association) We encourage our interpreters to be members of ASLITA. ASLITA is a not-for-profit body and is the national peak organisation representing the interests of Auslan/ English Interpreters and Deaf Interpreters in Australia.

Insurances All our interpreters are covered by:

  • Public Liability Insurance
  • Professional Indemnity Insurance
  • Workers Compensation Insurance
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