Deaf Community

This website shows a lot of Sculpture that is in ASL. :-) Check it out!

ASL World

AWY is an abbreviation for American Sign Language (ASL) Wrestling Yard, it is for anyone to come and wrestle for fun, recreation, enjoyment, and socializing instead of suffering as just wrestling fans! This will be a great social event for meeting new friends and catching up with old friends. We are here to make your wrestling dreams come true.

ASLdeafined is an educational website that helps deaf children to improve their English grammar, parents of deaf children to enhance their sign language abilities, and for anyone in the community to learn sign language.

Learn how to become a teacher. Find information on becoming a teacher here.

Events for Deaf and Hard of Hearing.

Hello! Our names are Diane and Raymond Kilthau. We are the owners of ColoradoDeaf.com and we hope you will enjoy this website as much as we do! We would like to tell you a little about ourselves. We have two dogs, Della and Java. Diane is originally from Massachusetts and married Raymond in 2005. She has two daughters, Melissa Patel and Jennifer Balcer, one grandson, Cash, and one granddaughter, Mazzy; all currently live in Parker, Colorado. She graduated from Clarke School for the Deaf in Northampton, Massachusetts, and from Berkshire and Holyoke colleges in Massachusetts. She worked for eight years as a website designer until retiring in 2005. Raymond is a third generation Colorado native and is a CODA. He graduated from Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind. He went to Gallaudet University and graduated from Metropolitan State College of Denver with two bachelor degrees, Political Science and History. He is involved with many different deaf organizations. He was the president of Midwest Athletic Association of the Deaf (MAAD) and later became president of United States of America Deaf Basketball (USADB). He just completed his duty as US team leader for the US Team to PANAMDES Deaf Games in 2006. He works for Defense Finance and Accounting Service in Denver as programmer for 18 years.

DeafCountUSA.com is counting the deaf and hard of hearing. Why DeafCountUSA? To get a count of the deaf and hard of hearing of all ages in all 50 states. To provide this data to the Government, businesses, non-profit organizations, and churches for use as a marketing tool to provide better services for the deaf and hard of hearing in their local area. Your name and information will be kept confidential and will not be used on reports. We are only reporting statistics and count. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ DeafCountUSA.com is Owned and operated by Deaf Ideas LLC. Creating ideas to improve life in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community

Jewerly, shirts, Gifts, Custom Made & Embroidery

In September 2006, Grant Laird Jr, wanted someone to set up a place with all deaf jokes and Patricia, his cousin favor the idea and decided to help Grant Jr to make it happen. Dave Fulmer joined as part of team in January 2007. DeafJoke.TV is born! DeafJoke.TV will be monitor and operate by Dave Fulmer, Patricia Germundson, and Grant Laird Jr.

Deaf Newspaper, you can visit their website for news, events, etc.

Welcome to DeafRead. DeafRead is an aggregator that gathers blogs from all over the internet into one central location. We have below a number of short clips that will explain different parts of DeafRead and how it all works-- where DeafRead has been, and how it's changed over time.

Everyday ASL Productions is a New York based company founded by a team of ASL educators with varied experiences throughout both Deaf and hearing communities. This team understands the importance of promoting and educating American Sign Language (ASL) to ensure successful communication with others using the language. Free educational videos and mobile apps will be released occasionally for everyone to enjoy from. We promote bilingualism via means of successful translation of English into American Sign Language and vice versa. Visit our website at http://www.everydayasl.com to learn more about our ASL educational products and programs.

For The Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Hearing, ASL Student, Interpreter, Teacher, Friend, Family and International.

Mindy Moore has always had the passion of theatre in her blood, having been a performer since her young days. As a high school student, she was involved with numerous stage productions. At Gallaudet University, she quickly became drawn into the television/media program. She composed scripts for and acted in campus television productions Deaf Moonlite Show, and Florida Avenue. It was during her college years, along with an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be involved with the National Theatre for the Deaf, that Mindy realized she was destined to be involved with film production.Mindy became a drama, art and Deaf studies instructor at the Texas School for the Deaf, working with kindergartners through fifth-graders. Combining all of her passions, Mindy has written and directed numerous plays at the school, and also led the production of two short films featuring Texas School for the Deaf students. One was a ten-minute film, Bullying Others, and the other was an hour-long film, Little Deaf Spies. Little Deaf Spies was selected for the 2003 CIMI Festival in ChicagoAfter joining forces with husband and performing partner Theron Parker, Music for the Eyes, Volume I, was created. This DVD was quickly sold out, with a new release planned for the fall. The stellar duo is often found traveling the nation conducting workshops, performances, and storytelling events. As if that weren't enough, Mindy also is a producer for ASL Films, and starred in Forget Me Not and Wrong Game.

Amazing massage! by Aletheia Oliver, LMP

Michi from Deaf Newspaper is teaching you to cook in ASL version! Check her cook show out! :)

Pah Relay.

This is about my personal life, my travel, also like to talk about entertainment & news. We, Seekies, always welcome everyone no matter who they are. All videos are closed captions via YouTube.

The name of our company is "Smith Distributors" located in Clio, Michigan U.S.A. Smith Distributors was founded on December 20, 2003 by Owen Smith. Owen Smith is the Founder of Smith Distributors. Owen Smith is deaf from birth. We are associated with a supplier of specialty merchandise that continuously searches the world (including the U.S.A.) for high quality, low cost merchandise for sale, at substantially large discounts, to wholesalers. New arrivals are available every month. The graphics shown throughout this web site is very, very tiny representations of what is available. We have worked diligently, turning this business into a well-respected, built-by-faith, family business. The word "family" means more than related by blood. We are licensed distributors of gifts and novelty merchandise. Our experience and product list is extensive enough to help find the right gift ideas for the special occasion. At our Gift Ideas Store, you can buy top sellers in gifts, collectibles, home, garden and seasonal decor. You can give your home a complete makeover indoors and outdoor with our products. Search or browse through our listings and discover the awesome selection of new products available for you to purchase. We have something for everyone on your shopping list, him, her, or the one who has it all. Our merchandise is top quality and 100% guaranteed. We also have service Customers, Independent Distributors. We take pride in ourselves to deliver the best quality of merchandise on time and in the cost of effective manners. All orders are shipped within 48 hours and all merchandise is guaranteed or your money back. We really want our customers to feel secure purchasing from us. While realizing that exciting, quality merchandise is very important, we recognize that only the best customer service will enables us to establish exceptional relationships with our customers. If you are interested in earning extra income or working independently full time, please take a moment to request information about our income opportunity Independent Sales Representatives: Purchase at sub-wholesaler kit and sell at retail. Use our product to enhance the items your establishment sells now by Income Opportunity and we will provide the information you need to get started.

Our mission is to facilitate excellence in human service delivery with individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. This mission is accomplished by enhancing the professional competencies of the membership, expanding opportunities for networking among ADARA colleagues and supporting positive public policies for individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. In achieving the mission, ADARA members are committed to: full access for members to all aspects of the organization's business, including Board matters, conference planning, presentations and journal publications, recognizing and affirming the ethnic, racial, and cultural diversity of the membership, and fostering an inclusive language community through the use of American Sign Language, signed communication, and other communication strategies used by all members at ADARA events in order to strive for barrier-free communication.

The Association of Late-Deafened Adults is about communication and acceptance of every deafened individual. Some people lip-read, some sign, some use hearing aids, some have cochlear implants, and some need to have others write down what they are saying - and at ALDA all the above is okay! ALDAs official communication philosophy is "Whatever works!" What is most important about ALDA is that there are no membership restrictions, no ties to a specific mode of communication. ALDA reaches out to deafened individuals regardless of age of onset who are seeking their place as a deafened person. ALDA gives late-deafened adults a chance to mingle without being uncomfortable about their deafness and - perhaps for the first time - a chance to confront and accept their deafness (Deaf Life, May 1991). ALDA also provides a place for deaf/hearing couples to socialize with other couples who are facing similar communication issues. While many couples stop socializing when one spouse loses their hearing, couples find a comfortable place at ALDA to socialize where communication is easier. (ALDAcon 2006 Proceedings/Bill Graham).

This site is provided by the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales to disseminate information about the programs and services at De Sales Center, Brooklyn, Michigan. The site can also be used for registration - either for one of the programs or to reserve accommodations for your nonprofit group. During the summer months and from time to time throughout the year, the Holley Institute offers quality programs for deaf and hard of hearing people and their families. The Oblates use the facilities in June for the Salesian Leadership Camp. When not used for these events, the facilities are available to other nonprofit organizations for retreats and workshops. Holley Ear Institute owns and manages three buildings on the property: Family Village, Village Commons and the Art Center. The Oblates operate Lawrence Lodge, Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Chapel, Vineyard Cabin, the Novitiate, and the hermitages. De Sales Center is situated on 214-acres of quiet woodland in the Irish Hills of Michigan, overlooking beautiful Vineyard Lake.

Deaf C.A.N.!

Mission: To provide clear and concise health education in American Sign Language to promote the overall wellness of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing community. Vision: To be recognized and respected as the leading provider of health education and information to the Deaf & Hard of Hearing community. A special THANK YOU! and debt of gratitude is owed to the following individuals and groups for making this site possible. Each person or group either volunteered time, donated influence, or loaned support to make this endeavor possible. Links to their sites, if available, are listed next to their names. Please check out their websites. If you know them, thank them. If you don't know them, take the time to get to know them. Please support these generous people who have supported you! National Institutes of Health Centers for Disease Control & Prevention Gallaudet University & Dr. Gerald Bell. Mt Sinai Hospital's Deaf Access Program & Doctors Ebert, Lotke, & Kaufman and Teri Hedding. Vital Signs. Congruent Media. McDaniel College. Chattanooga Partnership & Mrs. Linda Lawson. Knoxville Center for the Deaf & Dr. Bob Rittenhouse. Deaf Senior Housing & Mr. Ben Jackson. Carroll Hospital Center. Sonia & Kensington Davis. Hank, Debby, & Brock Davis. Dana S., Fallon B., & Patrick R. Rachele Haas Dr. Robert Stultz. Mr. Doug Ladika. Jim & Terry Bracelin. Dr. Dave & Sandy Cashman. Dr. Reggie & Kim Rempel Dr. Chris Morrow. Catherine B. Martin Jim & Christine Wimert Mr. Cham Dee. Mrs. Lisa Godfrey. Ms. Tamar del Valle.

Deaf Women United is committed to continuing a community of support of Deaf women from all walks of life. You can play a significant role in assuring the success of our mission to promote the lives of Deaf women through empowerment, enrichment, and networking. Founded in 1985, DWU has provided in the last few decades one of the most significant changes in our country's perception of Deaf women. Women in the general society as well as in Deaf communities have assumed important responsibilities and are key people in making things better. Even so, historically, successful Deaf women did not make front-page headlines, nor were they been recognized in their lines of work. That is where DWU has made a difference. The impact of the formed DWU was immediate, and its efforts long overdue. Today, DWU's numbers are more than half a thousand strong and it is the leader in the grassroots Deaf women's movement. DWU members are your neighbors and friends. They're Deaf women active in your local communities. There are 15 chapters throughout the United States. In the past decade, the goals of the DWU have expanded to include not only acknowledgment and acceptance for the diversity of individual Deaf women, but now include exploring how the experience of being Deaf and being a woman affects our lives. DWU does this by providing recognition to Deaf women who have not made the headlines. In the area of gender and access issues, all Deaf women can experience a double whammy of oppression.

Harris Communications, Inc. was established as a mail order catalog company in 1982 by Dr. Robert Harris. Dr. Harris is a member of the deaf community and began as a local distributor of assistive devices for the deaf in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. Since that time, the customer base has expanded to the national and international level. As the customer base has grown, so have the variety and types of products sold. The product line currently includes over 1,500 quality products designed to help individuals in their everyday lives, with new items continuously being considered for the catalog and webstore. Customers can find items such as: Assistive Devices: TTYs, visual or vibrating signalers, closed-captioned decoders, alarm clocks, etc. Assistive Listening Products: amplified telephones, Pocketalkers, FM systems, Television listeners, etc. Hearing Aid Accessories: batteries and more. Books, videotapes, CDs, and DVDs: topics include Deaf culture, sign language, hearing loss, etc. Novelties: greeting cards, clothing, jewelry, games, posters, etc. Please contact Harris Communications if there is a product that you are interested in but are unable to locate -- we may have it in stock or be able to obtain it for you.

The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) was established in 1880 by deaf leaders who believed in the right of the American deaf community to use sign language, to congregate on issues important to them, and to have its interests represented at the national level. These beliefs remain true to this day, with American Sign Language as a core value. As a nonprofit federation, the mission of the NAD is to preserve, protect, and promote the civil, human, and linguistic rights of deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States of America. The advocacy scope of the NAD is broad, covering the breadth of a lifetime and impacting future generations in the areas of early intervention, education, employment, health care, technology, telecommunications, youth leadership, and more. For more information, please visit www.nad.org.

Schwarz Financial Services LLC provides comprehensive financial services for individuals at varying stages of their lives. Our niche market is focused on the deaf and hard of hearing population who is using ASL (American Sign Language); however we have begun accepting non-deaf clients in the recent years. Our specialization is in fee-based investment advisory and tax preparation and planning services. We offer as part of our comprehensive financial services, the following: Life Time Planning Retirement Planning Educational Fund Planning Insurance Planning Mortgages Business & Non-Profit services Please contact us through our online email form or Instant Messenger.

Video Relay Interpreting Service that is on go with you to anywhere! :-) They offers the cheapest rates.