Advocacy – Delaware Association of the Deaf (DAD)

June 9, 2026

Apple Accessibility by University of Delaware (Zoom – June 23, 2026)

Given the range of learning styles and abilities of students today, educators need technology and resources to accommodate and personalize learning.

Apple builds accessibility features into every product, so everyone can use them in ways that work best for them.

Join us to discover how Apple allows all students and teachers to explore, communicate and create.

EVENT DETAILS
Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 12–1:30 p.m.

Register at: https://udel.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fafbeaf2b19c28b9a90c4a092&id=40f55fa790&e=b16d9abd6a

June 9, 2026

Wegmans Breaks Communication Barriers for Deaf Shoppers

Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. is expanding the use of in-store assistive technology to ensure its deaf and hard-of-hearing shoppers can communicate effectively.

The East Coast grocer is now offering free access to on-demand American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting at every location via the Aira ASL app.

Users can download the Aira ASL app, tap a button and start a video call with a professional ASL interpreter. Using the video and microphone capabilities of the caller’s mobile device, interpreters facilitate communication between deaf and hearing people. During store hours, the service is available on-demand, with no scheduling or waiting for an interpreter.

Read on at: https://buymeacoffee.com/otismhill8a/wegmans-breaks-communication-barriers-deaf-shoppers?fbclid=IwdGRzaASNXCZjbGNrBI1cGWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHj348FyIsjV3McWFtK6V737jouMPvdZ1q2yAfyxFoC813XaUJ8TTUw9m5wco_aem_ItPQAmJWMyqE8qHgGufAnQ&sfnsn=mo

June 9, 2026

The 20+ Best Apps for People With Hearing Loss in 2026

iOS and Android apps turn your smartphone into a powerful tool for better hearing and communication.

Whether you’re looking to transcribe speech in real time, amplify sounds, or get started with American or British Sign Language (ASL or BSL), there is almost sure to be an app solution that meets your needs. For this review, we looked at apps that not only enhance communication for those with hearing loss, but also foster greater independence and inclusion. Discover which app can best transform your everyday interactions and help you engage more fully with the world around you.

Read on at: https://www.hearingtracker.com/resources/10-best-hearing-loss-apps-for-smartphones?fbclid=IwdGRzaASPLBNjbGNrBI8sD2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHoSdMm98uapTK6YGCFLWBX4XdG55efexDbw8o3sjnujGUXfQNkHvYyXFClK6_aem_HZ0Jcu8AhWLqz-v6TDOY3w&sfnsn=mo

DAD Note: This is not a complete listing and is meant to give us an idea of what enhances overall accessibility.