As part of our efforts to keep the BTA's tinnitus support services up and running, it's helpful to know how you first became aware of the charity or who signposted you to us.
This is particularly useful to our awesome fundraising team when they're making bids for funding rounds to keep the lights on and the phone lines open.
TL:DR version - how did you become aware of the BTA?
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Hi Pat
When I first developed tinnitus six years ago I found the BTA online and eventually became a member. It was the BTA who told me about a local support group which was one of the things that helped me to come to terms with my tinnitus.
Being part of something when you are struggling is so important - knowing that you`re not alone.
Keep up the good work.
Lynne xx
Through Google when I was trying to find out more about tinnitus.
I was given details when I went for a hearing test at my local ear clinic
I found you on healthulocked
I put in google about my SVT and found you there! Your forum has put me at ease many times especially reassurance from others. I thought I was the only sufferer in the world. Thankyou
I found you via Google when looking up information about tinnitus.
Pat,
When I got T I Googled and looked at several sites and when I saw the BTA I took the Take on T enablement and joined the mailing list. Then when you offered online support groups due to Covid then I got more involved and have since joined the BTA and try to do everything to support you (help on expo. befrinder, Amazon Smile, etc.) as you have helped me manage my T so much, youre GREAT.
thx
John
Hello I have suffered from Tinnitus as long as I can remember. I used to volunteer for the BTA a few years ago and now I have come back, thanks to Emily Ducker who I know for a long time.
I had my DBS check (in process) and I will be volunteering online with support group, hopefully, when I get my training.
I am glad to be back
I found you through HealthUnlocked from being on various other forums
Me too!
Like others I found the BTA via Google. I think I was directed initially to the Take on Tinnitus site - found it useful and decided to become a member. The advice from BTA and this forum has helped me a lot. Keep up the excellent work!
Respectfully submitted,
Keoni
HiIt was when I first got tinnitus 4 years ago. Like Lynne-H I went online and found the website. The information was very helpful. I then phoned the help line a number of times. It was so reassuring to talk to someone who understood and could help.
I agree with Lynne-H that being part of the BTA when you are finding it difficult is so important to your wellbeing.
I am a member of BTA.
You do such a valuable job. It is a pity that only those living with tinnitus can fully appreciate the importance of your work.
Nigel
I got tinnitus in June and as I was not getting much support/answers through the GP due to lockdown I googled what alternative support was available and found the BTA. I became a member, attended a workshop and use your online support group. Thanks to the BTA my anxiety has lessened and I now feel heard. Keep up the invaluable work as without your support services I know I would be in a worse place. Thank you.
On line as I wanted to find out about my condition. The phone line help was fantastic.
Hello. I read an article in Action for M.E (the magazine for people with cfs/me) about tinnitus and hyperacusis. The BTA was listed in useful addresses at the end of the article. I joined then and there. It was a relief to get help at last. Thank you.
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