The DeafBlind Community and Telecommunications Access
The DeafBlind Community and Telecommunications Access Communication is fundamental to human interaction and belonging. Without it, we would end up confused, frustrated, and lonely. In the U.S., there are approximately 50,000 people who are DeafBlind. The DeafBlind community represents a distinct group that, due to combined hearing and vision loss, presents with a unique set […]
Creating Meaningful Accessibility for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Communities
Beyond Telecommunications Relay Service: Creating Meaningful Accessibility for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Communities Which aspects of daily life do you want to have access to? Is it important that you be able to have a career and financial independence? Get an education? Shop? Go out to eat? For Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals, effective communication is vital […]
Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) in Healthcare
Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) in Healthcare Juana Poareo Imagine that you’re Deaf and you must go to the emergency room. No sign language interpreter is available, so the staff nurse looks for the video remote interpreting (VRI) equipment to set up, but finding the equipment takes two hours. In the interim, the nurse nearly gives […]
American Sign Language Interpreting Options
American Sign Language Interpreting Options Providers of sign language interpreting may offer several different solutions, all with different use cases, each with their own benefits. When considering which interpreting solution to choose, it is important to consider these uses and benefits. The major solutions are: On-Site Interpreting Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) Scheduled VRI On-demand VRI […]
How to Promote Inclusion and Equity with Sign Language in Microsoft Teams
How to Promote Inclusion and Equity with Sign Language in Microsoft Teams Olivia Alvarez Experience the impact of inclusive communication on-demand for Microsoft Teams.Request a trial of Sorenson Express » Part of building a successful business is creating an environment where employees can thrive. By embracing inclusion and accessibility, employees can do their best work […]
Captioned Phone Services for Seniors
Captioned Phones for Seniors Juana Poareo As we age, communication can become a challenge for many of us. While almost one out of every six American adults have some degree of hearing loss, it’s more prevalent with age. More than 30% of people 65 and older sustain hearing loss, while approximately 40% of those 75 […]
Inclusion in Retail
Inclusion in Retail: Upgrading the Retail Environment for Deaf Customers Juana Poareo Experience the impact of inclusive communication on-demand for retail. Request a trial of Sorenson Express » Inclusion in retail has gained more attention in recent years, thanks to increased focus on diversity and inclusion. More consumers than ever are shopping based on their personal […]
Inclusive Workplace vs. Workplace Diversity
What is the difference between workplace diversity and an inclusive workplace? Olivia Alvarez For starters, the idea of making your business diverse has been around for a while now, so much so that it is now a cultural mainstay. We have come to embrace the fact that the world is filled with diversity, and for […]
Hearing Loss and Mental Health: Risks and Resources for Veterans
Hearing Loss and Mental Health: Risks and Resources for Veterans Olivia Alvarez It is common for many people to thank members of the Armed Forces for their service. This is especially true around the major military-related holidays such as Veterans Day. We do so because we respect them and what they’ve done for our nation, […]
Sorenson for Zoom VRS Step-by-Step Guide
Sorenson for Zoom VRS Step-by-Step Guide If you have a Sorenson Relay account, a paid Zoom account, and are hosting a meeting, you can use Sorenson for Zoom to add a Sorenson interpreter to your meeting with a few clicks. Follow these simple steps to install Sorenson for Zoom: From Your Zoom Desktop Client 1. […]
