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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
