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I am hearing impaired.   I do not know sign language and don't know anyone else that is deaf or hard of hearing other than my younger brother, who is losing his hearing the same way I did.   I would like to learn sign language, but don't really know where to start.   Any suggestions?   Is there a book or class you recommend?   How do I find other deaf/hard of hearing people in my own community?   I've been losing my hearing since I was 13- I'm now 29 and I'm tired of barely sliding by.   I lipread and I have a cochlear implant in my left ear.   I know my mother and husband would be willing to learn sign language and I could teach it to my children.   I just don't know where to start.