Essential ASL Signs Every Physical Therapy Worker Should Learn
Physical therapy workers who work with deaf and hard of hearing infants and toddlers need to master a specific set of American Sign Language (ASL) signs...
How Deaf People Navigate Home Health Without an Interpreter
Deaf people navigate home health care without interpreters by combining multiple communication strategies: written notes, video remote interpreting,...
ADA Requirements for ASL Accessibility in Home Health Businesses
Home health businesses must provide equal access to their services for deaf and hard of hearing patients, which includes ensuring qualified American Sign...
Why Home Health Employees Need Basic ASL Training in 2026
While there is no current federal mandate requiring all home health employees to have basic ASL training by 2026, the landscape of healthcare...
How to Communicate With Deaf Customers in Home Health Settings
Communicating effectively with deaf customers in home health settings requires intentional planning, appropriate resources, and a commitment to...
Essential ASL Signs Every Home Health Worker Should Learn
Home health workers who care for deaf or hard of hearing infants and toddlers must learn specific ASL signs to communicate effectively, ensure safety, and...
How Deaf People Navigate Nursing Homes Without an Interpreter
Deaf residents in nursing homes navigate daily communication without professional interpreters through a combination of adaptive strategies, personal...
ADA Requirements for ASL Accessibility in Nursing Homes Businesses
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), nursing homes and other health care businesses must provide American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation...
Why Nursing Homes Employees Need Basic ASL Training in 2026
Nursing home employees don't actually need basic ASL training according to federal law in 2026.
How to Communicate With Deaf Customers in Nursing Homes Settings
Communicating effectively with deaf residents in nursing homes requires intentional strategies, patience, and respect for their preferred communication...