Deaf Interpreter Services, Inc. (DIS) provides professional, State/Nationally-Certified Sign Language and Oral Interpreters, virtually or in-person nationwide.
Source: link During an emergency, knowing how to approach and communicate with someone with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is crucial to the safety of both the firefighter and the individual. Being prepared with strategies to help someone with ASD can save lives....
With so many misconceptions regarding Certified Sign Language Interpreters lately, I thought it appropriate to help shed some light and information regarding Interpreters and 10 Important things to Know. As an interpreter, I have been asked some of the oddest...
By JAN ROSS PIEDAD Click here to listen. Inclusion is important for individuals with disabilities but often times, taking part in activities, community events, and employment opportunities requires overcoming extra hurdles. An estimated 14 percent of the San Antonio...
‘What Dating is Like When You Have Hearing Loss’ is an article recently posted at Refinery29, a woman’s lifestyle and culture site, and it got us thinking about the remarkable challenge romance faces when it’s called to bridge the deaf-hearing divide. It’s not an...
Deaf Interpreter Services is proud to announce our COO John Weber has been named Certified Fraud Examiner of the Year by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners. The award recognizes exceptional contributions to the fight against fraud. Candidates were assessed...
This past April, American Sign Language celebrated its 200th birthday. With this major milestone, it is a great time to remember its history, and recognize the impact this language has had on the 250,000-500,000 people who use it in the United States today. The lack...
By Marilyn L. Weber President & CEO Deaf Interpreter Services It’s not always easy for law enforcement officers to interact with deaf people, professes a top Chicago criminal lawyer. A Florida veteran officer writes about one experience when he was a...
San Antonio Independent Living Services’ (SAILS) is excited to celebrate the 27th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This year’s festival, themed ‘Living a Healthy & Independent Life!’ is coming up on Saturday, July 22. The event will be...
By Cara Cannella When running a business, you’re often faced with obstacle after obstacle. These entrepreneurs knew that in order to be successful, they needed to persevere. In your arsenal of business skills, deal-making might be the most fundamental of all. Whether...