Resources

Through the years we've given a number of informative sessions and happenings, many of which we've recorded in the hopes that they could help. Feel free to search for or peruse our resources, watch or read them, and learn some things. If there are aspects of these resources that are unclear, you can use the Join the Conversation feature to ask us a question, or get a discussion started about it.

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Do You Suspect You Have a Hearing Loss?

Fact sheet about what to do if you suspect you have a hearing loss: symptoms, resources, etc.

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Tips for Hearing People on Communicating with Hard of Hearing People

Understanding and effectively communicating with hard of hearing individuals is crucial for inclusivity and accessibility. It's important to learn some […]

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Deaf Seniors Stay Connected Program

Weekly online chats for Deaf senior citizens and students of American Sign Language! Attend one, some, or all sessions! Please […]

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Happy Hands Deaf Seniors

Happy Hands is a group of seniors who use ASL and meet monthly for social activities and workshops. In 1976, […]

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NVRC Technology Demonstration Room & Accessible Technology

Join NVRC's Technology Manager Debbie Jones for a tour of the Technology Demonstration Room. Learn about the kinds of devices […]

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Toxic Drugs that Can Cause Hearing Loss

Certain medications, known as ototoxic drugs, can cause hearing loss. These include some types of antibiotics, cancer drugs, and high […]

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Restaurant Strategies

Most of us love to eat out, but restaurants are not much fun if you cannot hear the waiter or […]

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Mental Health Toolbox for Surviving Isolation

Dr. Natalie Smith, Psy.D. - Has worked in both in-and out-patient programs, worked in school counseling centers and in mobile crisis […]

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Enjoying Television When You Have a Hearing Loss

As you lose some of your hearing, you may want to turn up the volume on your television set in […]

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Using the Telephone

Equipment and Resources for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Persons Using a telephone as a deaf person can be a […]

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You and Your Hearing Health Professional

It's crucial to maintain open and honest communication with your hearing health professional. They are there to help you navigate […]

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Profound Unilateral Hearing Loss

Profound Unilateral Hearing Loss (PUHL) is a condition where there is a severe or total loss of hearing in one […]

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Hearing Loss Fact Sheet

If you suspect hearing loss, don't despair, it's not a hopeless situation. Our comprehensive fact sheet can guide you in […]

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Focus on Disability Awareness and Etiquette

Enjoy the inaugural episode of Accessibility Hours, where they begin a series of discussions around disabilities, learn from people with […]

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Technology and APPS: Web-based and Mobile

In a time of stay at home orders and social distancing, technology is helping us stay connected. This presents challenges […]

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Navigating The Latest Technology Options Available To Hearing Aid Users

Presentation Overview: The advent of digital technology in hearing aids, bluetooth connectivity, and cellphone (apps) has resulted in greater access and […]

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Financial Literacy and Employment in the Age of COVID-19

Join Andaleeb Elayan, NVRC Finance Manager and Charles Sterling, tax preparer of DeafTax to learn and understand the basics of personal finance including credit cards, budgeting, […]

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Bridging the Gap Between the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community and the Police

Presentation by MPO Reanna Jacobson, Community Outreach Officer for the Fair Oaks District Station of the Fairfax County Police Dept. […]

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TAP and Beyond! Assistive Technology for Daily Living

Technologies have changed so much in the past 20 years, giving Deaf and Hard of Hearing consumers better access to […]

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Assistive Technology for the Home - Information for Parents, Students and Educators

Deaf and Hard of Hearing students have a wide range of technologies available to them, giving them better access to […]

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