Deaf Talent We Love
The Deaf community is teeming with unique and talented individuals. Listed below are just a few of our favorites. Michael Samaripa Photographer Michael’s work is dreamy! See more [...]
ASL Music Videos
We’re a sucker for songs performed in ASL. D-PAN video production interprets popular songs into ASL. Here are a few of our favorite videos. Get ready for your heart to melt. Enjoy! Same Love [...]
I understand that there is a 24hr cancellation policy. What if it’s not our fault that our Deaf client cancelled and didn’t give us notice?
The interpreter’s time was reserved by your office and they commit to being there. When an appointment cancels with less than 24hr notice (weekends do not count), it is very difficult to get [...]
What are Connecting Workshops?
Communication by Hand offers Delia’s “Connecting Workshops”, which are Deaf Sensitivity Seminars including ADA compliance education. It’s a safe place for “hearies” to learn about Deaf culture [...]
I want to learn American Sign Language, where can I take classes?
ASL is a useful and rewarding 2nd language to learn. Here are some places to take classes: Austin Community College Austin Sign Language School – Deaf instructors are a plus! San Antonio [...]
What if the cost of the interpreter is more than what I am charging for the visit?
The Department of Justice (DOJ) considers all the resources of the business as a whole and usually treats the cost of interpreters as a cost of doing business and not an undue burden. In other [...]
Why should my medical or legal office provide a certified interpreter for a person who is Deaf or hard-of-hearing?
It may be necessary to use an interpreter to ensure both you and your client/patient have a clear means of communication and that nothing of importance gets misunderstood. Title III of the [...]
What is the proper term: Deaf or Hearing Impaired? I’ve heard both.
Your client is either Deaf or Hard of Hearing. The Deaf community has taught me that they hate the term “hearing impaired” because they feel you are telling them that there is something [...]
If a Deaf patient/client has a hearing child that signs pretty well, why can’t I just use them to interpret?
Think about it… would you have your minor child accompany you to an appointment and put them in the critical position of making sure you understand what’s going on? They are not certified [...]
