Did you know that over 70% of doctors recognize that they are at risk of a lawsuit under the ADA for not providing accommodations? That’s why DeafHealth is here to break barriers by empowering YOU with accessible healthcare content and support in ASL. Join us and be part of the change at www.deafhealthaccess.org. [Video Description: The post has a video thumbnail of a faded white background of a doctor holding hands with another individual. The top text has "Deaf. Healthy. DeafHealth" in alternating light blue and dark blue font. The bottom text has “Learn more at” in rose font, and under the text lists www.deafhealthaccess.org” in white font with a rose background. In the video: A young woman with brown curly hair is sitting in front of the camera with shelves, books, and decorative items behind her. She is wearing a rose shirt with gold wire-framed glasses. Transcript: Lack of access for the deaf community in healthcare is a serious problem. Nearly 70% of physicians recognized that they are at risk of a lawsuit under the ADA for not providing accommodations. That’s unacceptable. We see that there are many barriers in healthcare, and we want to break these barriers down. But how do we plan on doing that? We want to empower you with accessible healthcare content and support in ASL. JOIN US and be part of the change. [The screen fades to show a thumbnail of a faded white background of a doctor holding hands with another individual] Deaf. Healthy. DeafHealth. Learn more at www.deafhealthaccess.org] . . . #DeafHealth #LearnFromDeafPeople #ASL #Deaf #AmericanSignLanguage #SignLanguage #DeafEcosystem #DeafAwareness #DeafCommunity #DeafPride #DeafCulture #DeafWellness #Communication #Health #Access #ASLVideos
DeafHealth
Public Health
Austin, TX 3,254 followers
Empowering deaf communities by creating accessible health content & support in American Sign Language (ASL)
About us
Empowerment and advocacy are the core of our operations. We empower deaf communities and their self-advocacy by providing greater access to linguistically and culturally appropriate knowledge and resources. We further advocate by training industry participants and promoting innovative public policy and legal solutions.
- Website
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www.deafhealthaccess.org
External link for DeafHealth
- Industry
- Public Health
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Austin, TX
- Type
- Nonprofit
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Primary
Austin, TX 78741, US
Employees at DeafHealth
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FEEDBACK REQUESTED: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health is seeking input on the development of a universal symbol for language assistance services in healthcare settings. This survey is especially important for individuals whose primary or preferred language is not English. Your feedback will provide valuable insights to ensure the symbol effectively informs individuals about the availability of language assistance services in healthcare. The survey is open until 9/22/24. Help shape this important initiative by sharing your thoughts: https://lnkd.in/eh8PP39M.
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September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Did you know that you can contact www.988lifeline.org directly in American Sign Language by dialing 9-8-8? If someone is experiencing difficult thoughts, a mental health crisis, or a substance abuse crisis, they can access the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in several ways to receive support: 1. Videophone: Dial 988 on your VP. 2. Desktop or Laptop: Visit 988’s webpage for Deaf and Hard of Hearing users (https://lnkd.in/dXmbbk9K) and scroll down to find the ASL Now button. 3. Chat or Text: Visit 988’s webpage for chat and text (https://lnkd.in/gNmsr9jA) and follow the instructions to start a conversation with your preferred chat method. *Make sure that your videophone is updated. Need help on how to update your software and platforms? Please contact your videophone provider through their customer care team, such as Sorenson, Purple, Convo, and ZVRS. #988Lifeline #MentalHealth #YouMatter . . . #LearnFromDeafPeople #ASL #Deaf #AmericanSignLanguage #SignLanguage #DeafEcosystem #DeafAwareness #DeafCommunity #DeafPride #DeafCulture #DeafWellness #Communication #Health #Access #ASLVideos #DeafHealth [Video Description: The post has a video thumbnail with a teal shading overlaid. The middle has a text bubble that reads “We can help prevent suicide” in white text with rose background. In the video: a young woman with clear glasses wears a white striped shirt. Transcript: What is 988? It’s the national 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline service provided by the federal government for free. If you need support when you are facing difficult thoughts and emotions, mental health struggles, or substance abuse crises, 988 is available to support you. You can call or text 988 anytime. 988 is available 24/7! Wonderful, right? How do you connect with a crisis counselor directly in ASL? You can connect with them online by visiting the website and clicking on ASL Now. It is your choice if you want to chat, text, or use a videophone. Heads up! Make sure your videophone is upgraded and up-to-date to be able to easily connect with an ASL counselor directly. If you have not updated your VP yet and you call, you will connect with a VRS interpreter, and then you will be directed to an ASL counselor. But, if you update your VP, you will be able to easily connect to the ASL counselor directly. [The screen fades to show a thumbnail of a faded white background of a doctor holding hands with another individual] Deaf. Healthy. DeafHealth. Learn more at www.deafhealthaccess.org.]
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It's September, and you know what that means? It's time to get vaccinated! The FDA just approved the new COVID-19 booster, recommended for everyone 6 months and older. You can even get it at the same time as your flu shot. Stay safe this season! Find where you can get vaccinated at: https://www.vaccines.gov/. 🤟 Stay Informed in ASL: We’ve got you covered! Sign up with your email at https://lnkd.in/eJMGSacy or follow us on social media for new and current health updates. #StaySafe #Vaccination #DeafHealth . . . #LearnFromDeafPeople #ASL #Deaf #AmericanSignLanguage #SignLanguage #DeafEcosystem #DeafAwareness #DeafCommunity #DeafPride #ASLVideos #DeafCulture #DeafWellness #Communication #Health #Access #COVID19
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:: New Funding Alert :: We are accepting applications for the 2025 Impact Grant for Deaf Organizations funding opportunity! The Impact Grant will provide up to $25,000 in unrestricted funds to support the work of four to six deaf-centric organizations and programs in January 2025. Applications are currently being accepted through October 9, 2024, at 5:00 PM CT. Applicants can join our webinar on September 10 at 1:00 PM CT to learn more and ask questions about the grant. The webinar will be facilitated in ASL, and voice interpreting and captioning will be provided. The recording will be posted on our website later. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/dquF-VWi 👉 Are you a funder or donor committed to disability justice and looking to support organizations that serve deaf disabled communities? This could be our chance to collaborate. Please email us at [email protected] to discuss ways we can fund even more deaf nonprofits and their critical work. Video Description and Transcript: Dan Mabashov, DOF’s Project Manager, is a white man wearing a gray polo with short brown hair and a trimmed beard. He is signing, “Hi! Guess what? Our annual Impact Grant is now open for applications from deaf organizations and programs! Three important things to know: (1) Organizations can ask for up to $25,000, (2) Funding is unrestricted, which means you decide where the funds should go to support your organization, and (3) applications are due by October 9 at 5 PM CT. Do you want more information? Register for our webinar on September 10 at 1 PM CT and check out our website. We’re very excited!
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Vitamins can give your health the boost you need, especially during cold and flu season. Talk with your doctor to find out what vitamin supplement may benefit you. Stay healthy! 🤟 Stay Informed in ASL: We’ve got you covered! Sign up with your email at https://lnkd.in/e6AAs9bk or follow us on social media for new and current health updates. #Vitamins #Wellness #DeafHealth . . . #LearnFromDeafPeople #ASL #Deaf #AmericanSignLanguage #SignLanguage #DeafEcosystem #DeafAwareness #DeafCommunity #DeafPride #DeafCulture #DeafWellness #Communication #Health #Access #ASLVideos #HealthTips [Video Description: The post has a video thumbnail with blue shading overlaid. The middle has a text bubble that reads “Take your vitamins” in white text with rose background. In the video: A young woman with brown shoulder length curly hair is standing in front of the camera with bottles of vitamins on the bottom of the frame. She is wearing a white V-neck shirt with flowers and clear framed glasses. Transcript: Vitamins can help support your overall well-being. The best way to get your vitamins is through your food. But, there’s nothing wrong with getting a little bit of help! Talk with your doctor and ask what kind of vitamins may benefit you. Stay healthy and hydrated! [The screen fades to show a thumbnail of a faded white background of a doctor holding hands with another individual] Deaf. Healthy. DeafHealth. Learn more at www.deafhealthaccess.org.]
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DeafHealth reposted this
We are looking for signing and non-signing Deaf, hard of hearing, late-deafened and DeafBlind individuals who are willing to share their healthcare experiences on camera! We are looking for all kinds of stories, from challenges to successes. If you are interested, please fill out the form at https://lnkd.in/gsrr55gD and a member of the 2axend team will get to you to schedule a brief video call. We are looking forward to connecting with you!
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NEW REPORT: People with disabilities face potential discrimination in crucial areas such as employment, benefits, and healthcare due to biased algorithms and technologies. These biased outcomes can lead to unfair treatment and reduced health outcomes for disabled individuals. "As technologies – algorithmic and otherwise – continue to become incorporated into everyday life, and as people with disabilities interact with them more and more, disparate and problematic effects will only increase, both in frequency and in severity." Source: Center for Democracy & Technology
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Introducing the dynamic individuals who will be having a conversation on "Accessibility and Inclusion: How Do We Get There?" at the NextGen Accessibility Summit! Panelists: Rosa Lee Timm - President, Social Venture Fund (CSD) Chris Soukup - CEO and President (CSD) Allysa Dittmar - Vice President, DeafHealth (CSD) Warren "WaWa" Snipe - CEO, Sho Sum Luv Foundation (SSLF) Chris Estrin - Chief Experience Officer, ZP Better Together Event Details: September 17, 2024 Time: 11 AM - 5 PM EST Location: Virtual Special Early Bird Offer! Register by August 30, 2024 and take advantage of our Early Bird Discount of just $85! Bonus: Registrants will have access to the recordings post-event for up to 60 days. Register here: https://lnkd.in/dNpAUbN #TDI. #NextGen24 #Accessibility
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DeafHealth’s project has been awarded $250,000 through the Eugene Washington PCORI Engagement Award Program, an initiative of the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI). The COVID-19 pandemic has sped up telehealth usage in healthcare, but best practices for the Deaf community are still unknown. Deaf individuals who use American Sign Language face communication and health literacy challenges, making virtual healthcare potentially inaccessible. The two-year project, “Building Capacity for Deaf American Sign Language Users in Virtual Healthcare PCOR/CER” will form a national Deaf Patient Coalition. This coalition will gather diverse Deaf patient experiences with virtual healthcare to help shape future patient-centered outcomes research and comparative clinical effectiveness research focused on healthcare virtual platforms for the Deaf community. By collaborating with academic institutions, researchers, and patient communities, this groundbreaking project aims to advance equitable care and decision-making among Deaf patients. The project is led by Allysa Dittmar, MHS, Vice President at DeafHealth, the health and patient advocacy division of Communication Service for the Deaf (CSD). Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), under the leadership of Dr. Tiffany Panko, executive director of the Deaf Health Care and Biomedical Science Hub and director of the Deaf Health Laboratory at RIT National Technical Institute for the Deaf will support the project. Read full press release here: https://lnkd.in/gE7sxhk7. #DeafHealth #Telehealth #PCORI