Sign Language Interpreter Injury

Sign Language Interpreter Injury

The Silent Toll: Understanding Common Injuries Faced by Sign Language Interpreters Sign language interpreting is a demanding and nuanced profession, requiring not just linguistic fluency but also intense physical and cognitive stamina. While often perceived as a...
Team Interpreting

Team Interpreting

Why You Need Two Sign Language Interpreters for Longer Events: Everything You Need to Know About ASL Team Interpreting If you’re planning to hire a sign language interpreter for a meeting, conference, or event lasting over an hour, you may be surprised to learn...
Inclusion at Work

Inclusion at Work

​Deaf Accessibility 101: Simple Steps to Improve Inclusion at Work Imagine walking into the office and not being able to understand what’s being said—or having no way to ask a simple question. That’s the daily reality for many Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. But...
Why Community Matters

Why Community Matters

Why Community Matters: Choosing a Deaf-Centered Interpreting Service In the world of accessibility, not all interpreting services are created equal. For clients in the Metro DC area who genuinely value inclusion, cultural respect, and communication that goes beyond...
Evolution of ASL Interpreters

Evolution of ASL Interpreters

​The Evolution of the ASL Interpreter: From Helper to Ally The role of the American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter has undergone significant transformation over the years. From the early days of interpreting under the Helper Model to the Machine Model and now to the...
Video Interpreting Best Practices

Video Interpreting Best Practices

Navigating Virtual Interpreting: Best Practices for Video Interpreting As remote work and virtual meetings become increasingly common, many organizations are turning to virtual sign language interpreting services to ensure Deaf and hard-of-hearing participants have...
Is trauma making decisions for you!

Is trauma making decisions for you!

Deaf Access Solutions cordially invites you to our upcoming quarterly workshop entitled, “Is Trauma Making Decisions for You?”, presented by Jade Alpin.  This is sure to be a refreshing and liberating experience for all.                                               ...
DeafBlind Interpreting

DeafBlind Interpreting

Cultural Considerations When Using Tactile ASL (TASL) American Sign Language (ASL) is a visual language that relies on sight to communicate ideas and concepts. For most Deaf individuals, ASL is an effective way to share information. However, for individuals who are...
VIDEO INTERPRETING

VIDEO INTERPRETING

Breaking Barriers: The Benefits of Video Sign Language Interpretation The evolving digital landscape has redefined how communication services are delivered, and sign language interpretation is no exception. Video Sign Language Interpretation, often referred to as...
Assignment Preparation

Assignment Preparation

Why Preparation Time Matters: Enhancing Interpretation Quality and Accuracy Providing equal access is NOT simply a matter of hiring a qualified, certified sign language interpreter. Effective interpreting requires that any interpreter is given accurate information...
CART RCC

CART RCC

CART and RCC: Making Communication Easier for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing CART (Communication Access Real-Time Translation) and RCC (Remote Conference Captioning) are two awesome services that help make sure Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals don’t miss a...
Deaf Culture

Deaf Culture

Deaf culture encompasses a rich and diverse community with its own language, traditions, and values. At its core is American Sign Language (ASL), a complete and natural language with its own grammar and syntax, distinct from English. ASL is the primary mode of...
The Importance of Certified Sign Language Interpreters

The Importance of Certified Sign Language Interpreters

Introduction Communication is a fundamental human right, and for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community, sign language interpreters play a crucial role in ensuring this right is upheld. A certified sign language interpreter in DC is not just someone who can translate...