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02-11-2008, 04:33 AM
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Deafblind Forum?
I'm curious to know how many ADers would like to see a forum specifically for the deafblind? It would be a place where people with combined vision and hearing loss (as well as their friends and family) could discuss topics such as adaptive computer software/technology, orientation and mobility, deafblind resources, alternative communication techniiques (tactile sign, close range sign, CART, CIs) information on Usher's Syndrome and other conditions that cause deafblindness, etc.
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02-11-2008, 04:46 PM
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I have seen several post regarding to this issue and it sure would be nice to see something like that. They're a lot of deaf blind people.. Just not enough people realize that... I know we have some deafblind in AD. |
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06-16-2008, 02:46 AM
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"She thinks... she can make people do what she wants or needs, what is right, by the sheer force of her own talent, not by forcing them... she can teach them and persuade them... that they'll catch it from her. This is still faith in their rationality, in the omnipotence of reason. The mistake? Reason is not automatic. Those who deny it cannot be conquered by it. Do not count on them." |
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06-19-2008, 01:33 AM
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Yeah, why not? I'm for it.
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06-29-2008, 11:24 PM
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^^^^^^ Echo!
Also want to know how a deaf-blind can use computer if one can't see at all. Where do one get that equipment as I heard it can be very expensive? I want to know everything that there is to Deaf-Blind's way of coping and getting around. Does a Deaf-Blind person have to get someone if one want to go food shopping, etc? Can that person go alone?
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07-13-2008, 08:17 PM
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You have my support, I'm all for it.
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07-14-2008, 03:41 AM
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ThAT a brilliant idea to have a Deaf-blind forum as it would be interesting to get some idea and tips on how they live their lives as a Deaf-Blind person.
Never know that one can happen to urself and not being prepared for it so would like to see this happening!!
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11-01-2008, 04:42 AM
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bumpity bump.
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"She thinks... she can make people do what she wants or needs, what is right, by the sheer force of her own talent, not by forcing them... she can teach them and persuade them... that they'll catch it from her. This is still faith in their rationality, in the omnipotence of reason. The mistake? Reason is not automatic. Those who deny it cannot be conquered by it. Do not count on them." |
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11-02-2008, 04:55 AM
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So mods....what's the verdict? There seems to be alot of support for this idea. I'd be happy to moderate the forum if you need a mod.
I really think this would be a good thing for ADers (and their friends/families) who may be experiencing vision loss and don't know what kind of resources or technology are available for people who are deafblind. (I've already been PMed by various ADers asking me how I use a computer, so it's apparent that people are interested in this information.) I used to co-facilitate a support group for the deafblind, so I have plenty of information and resources that I can share. |
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11-03-2008, 05:21 AM
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I'm for a deafblind forum within AD. At least the deafblind will have a forum to discuss their own feelings, advancements in technology, plus meet more sighted deafies and teach them a lot what being deafblind is like. it would open up a lot of eyes here.
Ive expreienced what being with a deafblind person is like. Opened my eyes wider to what they can do. |
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11-04-2008, 02:03 AM
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So that's what happened. I tried joining your group, but received an error message. I hope you'll let me know when the problem is resolved. Tactile smile!
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