Rachel’s Story: Speech-to-Text Services
I was mainstreamed throughout my primary education and through high school. I went to a special public high school that focuses on the arts. I majored in dance. It was a small high school, which was a perfect fit for me as a deaf person.
Michelle’s Story: Using Interpreters
I think it is important to meet and take some time out to learn about each individual person‘s needs because the deaf community is a wide spectrum of people with needs that are different.
Expert Lecture: NAD on ADA Requirements for Effective Communication
For deaf and hard of hearing people and other people who have communication disabilities equal access means access to effective communication.
The ADA requires that covered entities must provide auxiliary aids and services when needed to ensure effective communication with deaf and hard of hearing people.
Deaf 101: How Do I Get A Deaf Person’s Attention?
The number one rule is don’t throw something at the deaf person. Not a shoe, not a pencil, not a quarter. Don’t throw anything at them; it’s usually kind of insulting.
Expert Lecture: NAD on Federal Laws Regarding Effective Communication Access
There are three federal laws that work together to protect the rights of children and adults with disabilities in education, employment, and the community.
Jessica’s Story “Deaf Is A Spectrum”
So I wish that my friends understood that with deaf people… deafness is a spectrum. It’s not just one definition.
#DeafSuccess: Tara Miles, Educator, Performer, Teacher
“I work in family education and also work as a performing artist and university professor. I’m Deaf, a person of color, and a woman. My struggle’s been real. I’ve overcome many things, scaled many barriers.”
Deaf 101: How Do Deaf People Listen To Music?
I love music! I have to have the volume turned up so I can feel the bass. For me, when I wear my hearing aid, I can hear the lyrics for the most part, but I prefer to hear the sound of the beat, the keys of the piano, or the strum of the guitar.
Deaf 101: Can Deaf People Read Lips?
Me for example, I don’t have the fluency in English to read lips well, but pretty much most Deaf people can read lips at least a little bit. It’s not easy, but with a lot of time and practice they can. Some people may not be able to catch every word that’s spoken and may miss parts. They may not be sure what’s being said.
Deaf 101: Can Deaf People Talk?
Some can speak and some don’t. As I mentioned earlier, it is going to depend on the person’s lifestyle. Some deaf people don’t really have vocal capability but will try their best to speak.
Deaf 101: Can Deaf People Drive?
Can you drive? Do you need ears to drive? I don’t use my ears to drive, I use my eyes, like you do. It’s no different.
Deaf 101: How Much Can You Hear?
Really, my whole life, I’ve been deaf. I can’t hear anything. If I use a hearing aid, I can’t really identify the sound I’m hearing.