In a world driven by sound — doorbells, alarms, phones, and announcements — people who are Deaf or hard of hearing navigate daily life with the help of innovative technology. These tools are more than just convenient; they are empowering. From safety to communication, technology bridges gaps and ensures greater independence and inclusion. Here’s a […]
Feature VRS (Video Relay Service) VRI (Video Remote Interpreting) Purpose Facilitates phone calls between a Deaf person and a hearing person using a sign language interpreter. Provides on-demand interpreting for in-person conversations when a Deaf and hearing person are physically together but need an interpreter remotely. Who Pays Funded by the federal government (FCC) — it’s free to users. Paid by the individual, business, […]
Feature Hearing Aids Cochlear Implants What it is Electronic device that amplifies sound Surgically implanted device that bypasses damaged parts of the ear and directly stimulates the auditory nerve Best for People with mild to moderate hearing loss People with severe to profound sensorineural hearing loss who receive limited benefit from hearing aids How it works Amplifies […]
We’re proud to feature beautiful illustrations by Gary, a talented artist and graduate of the College for Creative Studies (CCS). While our platform offers over 500 themed lessons, we’ve added illustrations to about 45 of them so far—and we’re just getting started! These visuals are designed to support learners who may struggle with reading or […]
Before you begin reading this blog, please keep in mind that I am neither in favor of, or against cochlear implants. As a teacher for the deaf, many of my students have cochlear implants, hearing aids, or had no amplification at all. In an controlled environment, the students wearing cochlear implants could hear pretty well. For example, if I was sitting at […]
Technology is used often by those who are deaf or hard-of-hearing. Some people may wonder how a person with a hearing loss knows when someone is at his or her door. Or, how does a person with a hearing loss know when his or her phone is ringing? The products featured below are most often […]