
Helping the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Navigate Assistive Signaling and Amplification Devices
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There is still a lot of progress to be made to the wide definition of accessibility. Invisible disabilities, in particular, need to be accommodated with equal importance as they are equally prohibiting.Read now
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Telecoils, Hearing Loops, & Airports
Read nowHearing/induction loop systems have been installed at airports in central Europe, the Far East, Australia, and the United States. In Canada, however, implementing this technology has been a slow process.
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Hard of hearing? Stand up and be seen. Hearing? Listen and learn.
Read nowCalling all Government Offices, Business Owners, Financial Institutions, Nonprofit Organizations…Literally Everyone
Creating an inclusive environment starts with you!
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Inclusive Communication at Family Gatherings
Read nowFor family members and guests with hearing loss, social gatherings can be stressful. They can also cause anxiety or animosity for people who are Deaf. If you are hosting a festive gathering this year, you can make the experience more inclusive by being creative and thinking ahead.
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An Easy Solution to Provide Inclusive Communication
Read nowA wonderful way to provide access to communication in difficult listening situations and any where information is exchanged. Great for customer service counters, at the ticket office, banks, medical, dental, optometrist office and even at the pharmacy counter.
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A Helping Hand to Find Equipment and Resources For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Read nowIt can be difficult to know exactly what to buy and whether it will work. Shopping online gets tricky when you are choosing assistive equipment from a wide selection. DHA offers free demonstrations of any of the eStore items either in-person (by appointment) at the Calgary office or in an online video session. Closed Captioning and ASL Interpreters are available by request.
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Removing Communication Barriers for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Taking the step to purchase accessibility equipment or services is a proactive business strategy. It gives businesses an edge that makes them stand out as inclusive workplaces and service providers. Whether it’s serving food or offering an inviting place to stay for the night, purchasing accessibility equipment or accessing ASL interpreters is a giant step towards inclusion.Read now -
Connecting to loved ones can be challenging with hearing loss
Several types of Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) are available to improve sound transmission for people with hearing loss. Some are designed for large facilities such as classrooms, theatres, airports, or places of worship. Others are for personal use.Read now