by Anne Braun | Oct 19, 2025 | Blogs
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...
by Anne Braun | Sep 1, 2025 | Blogs
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...
by Anne Braun | Jul 21, 2025 | Blogs
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...
by Karl Kosiorek | May 28, 2025 | Blogs
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...
by Anne Braun | Apr 23, 2025 | Blogs
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...
by Anne Braun | Mar 21, 2025 | Blogs
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...
by Karl Kosiorek | Feb 25, 2025 | Workshops
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. ...
by Anne Braun | Feb 13, 2025 | Blogs
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...
by Kitt Wood | Jan 8, 2025 | Blogs
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...
by Karl Kosiorek | Dec 9, 2024 | Blogs
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...
by Kitt Wood | Sep 24, 2024 | Blogs
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...
by Karl Kosiorek | Aug 11, 2024 | Blogs
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...
by Anne Braun | Aug 2, 2024 | Blogs
In today’s diverse and inclusive world, you may find yourself working with Deaf individuals in various settings. Whether you’ve hired a Deaf employee, have a Deaf patient, are planning a wedding with Deaf guests, or are collaborating with a Deaf client,...
by Karl Kosiorek | Jul 7, 2024 | Blogs
Introduction Access to quality healthcare is a basic human right. However, for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community, this access is often hindered by communication barriers. Sign language interpreters play a crucial role in bridging this gap, ensuring that deaf...
by Karl Kosiorek | Jun 15, 2024 | Blogs
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...
