Accessing our services

Being able to access our services in a straightforward uncomplicated way is a priority for MSV.  For some of our customers, there may be barriers in doing this, for example language or disability.  

Our colleagues are trained to understand the needs of customers and being able to offer translation and interpretation services can help our customers feel included.

We also use plain language to make our communication easier to understand, avoiding jargon and technical terms.

 

Find out more below about the accessible services we offer:-

We offer the following services:

  • Face to face interpretation - for spoken language or British Sign Language 
  • Video interpretation - For spoken language or British Sign Language
  • Telephone interpretation - either at home or in person with our staff who have a specialist app

An in person interpreter is particularly useful for sensitive topics such as legal issues, domestic violence or housing matters, to ensure clear communication and to protect confidentiality.

When assigning interpreters, we do our best to accommodate your requests, for example if you prefer a female interpreter.

Please see our contact details at the bottom of this page to access these services.

We offer the following service

  • Written translations 
  • Website translation - please click the Speak Translate button at the top of our website

Please see our contact details at the bottom of this page to access these services or find out more.

We can provide alternative formats on request:

Written Documents: We can provide important documents in different formats, such as large print,Braille, audio recordings, or Easy Read versions upon request.

Our website: We have a fully accessible website which is designed to be user friendly for everyone.  Please click the Speak Translate button on our website to find options available including:

  • Read aloud 
  • Obtain a picture dictionary definition
  • Download an MP3
  • Screen mask
  • Enlarge text
  • Simplify page

Find out how to get the best from our website here

Please see our contact details at the bottom of this page to  request an alternative format.

Do you need assistance?

If you require any communication assistance, translations or interpretation services, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to help!

We're always working to improve accessibility. If you have any suggestions, please let us know by emailing enquiry@msvhousing.co.uk

Please let us know if you have specific language or access needs

We’d like you to share your information with us 

So that we can communicate effectively and provide tailored services for you it would be helpful if you could share and occasionally update the information we hold about you.  This will be kept confidential in line with our data protection policy and privacy policy and only used to help us deliver relevant services.

You can update your details on our online portal My MSV here or by contacting your Neighbourhood Officer - find out who they are here

Accessing our website

Find out how to get the best from our website here

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