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On the Blog Post DeafBlind Interpreting
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On the Blog Post DeafBlind Interpreting
Sophie Gadgets
6:16 pm on Sunday, April 21, 2013
Actually, Tactile Sign Language is just the use of any type of Manual Communication System in which the receiver places his/her hands of the hands of the signer in order to understand what is being expressed. For individuals who are Culturally Deaf, grew up using ASL and experience vision loss to the extent they can no longer see visual signs, the use of Tactile Sign language is often employed. In that case the type of signing the person receives would be consistent with or exactly ASL. For others who use functional sign language or Signing Exact English the same would apply. The receiver of information places his/her hand over the hands of the signer in order to read/see the signs of the communicator. The use of Tactile Sign Language is common among persons who are deafblind. Additionally, individuals who were born blind and become deaf later in life often use some form of Tactile Sign Language along with The Rochester Method in order to receive information.
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On the Blog Post Beefin' it Up at Beef O'Brady's
Sophie Gadgets
12:17 am on Wednesday, February 13, 2013
ReplyI always appreciate reading about how Angie experiences life. Her unique ability to allow us to "walk in her shoes" is incredible. I hope she continues to share with us - we can all learn so much from her offerings.
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On the Blog Post Moving On
Sophie Gadgets
12:14 pm on Friday, September 21, 2012
ReplyIt’s great to hear how you are progressing with your life. I am glad to know that there are still communities that offer pedestrian friendly streets and recreational outlets for citizens of all ages. All the best to you and young Joe.
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On the Blog Post Operation Escape
Sophie Gadgets
10:05 am on Monday, August 20, 2012
ReplyWhile I too am saddened that this article roused such emotions, I am not surprised by attempts of individuals in the shadows to intimidate those of us who dared to speak up. This type of cowardice behavior is the trademark of those who abuse others. They either never show their faces or they steer clear of picking fights with those who will fight back – thus the reason for threats in a forum such as the Patch. I just hope that any deleted threats are handled fittingly by the proper authorities if so warranted.
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On the Blog Post Operation Escape
Sophie Gadgets
6:19 am on Sunday, August 19, 2012
James Thomas are you seriously likening our defense of Angie and her right to share her story to “traveling the same dark path [of abuse]” that she experienced at the hands of her abuser? So, by simply challenging James Murphy’s ignorance and offensive claims hurled against Angie we are subjecting him to some kind of abuse– really?! Unbelievable!
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On the Blog Post Operation Escape
Sophie Gadgets
12:02 pm on Thursday, August 16, 2012
ReplyJames, like many professionals in Human Services, I don’t have the luxury of not believing Angie’s story. I’ve witnessed unimaginable crimes against children, women and other members of the disabled community in my nearly 30 years of work that alone would prove to me that her story is true. However, the fact that I was a part of Angie’s life prior to her escape and did not trust my gut instincts when witnessing what I now know were clear signs of abuse, and the fact that I remain a part of her “post-escape team” are why I and others are so wound up at your ignorance of privilege/convenience. There is nothing anyone can say to another who would contemptuously propose that this type of reality doesn’t exist or has been fabricated for some sort of media hype or to launch their writing career. I just wish I had the internal determination that Angie displays everyday – even when faced with detractors such as you.
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On the Blog Post Operation Escape
Sophie Gadgets
10:00 am on Thursday, August 16, 2012
ReplyI fail to see which elements of Angie’s story that DON’T ring true. Is it the fact that she was abused? That she is alive to tell the tale? That she truly escaped? That she had a team of well-informed and compassionate people who helped her get out of her private nightmare? As an eyewitness to domestic violence by my father, brothers and even some of the females in my family, this story is all too recognizable. I am just sorry to see that someone would put forward knee-jerk commentary that directs suspicion on what is a far too widespread reality for many women and men – especially those with disabilities.
It would be more prudent and helpful if those who comment would offer up facts as opposed to conjecture.
http://www.ncadv.org/files/DomesticViolenceFactSheet(National).pdf
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On the Blog Post Operation Escape
Sophie Gadgets
10:12 pm on Monday, August 13, 2012
ReplyYour courage is admirable. I hope that things will continue to go well for you and Joseph.
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On the Blog Post Does Pittsburgh Deserve Good Baseball?
Sophie Gadgets
4:18 pm on Sunday, July 15, 2012
ReplyHaving been born and raised in Pittsburgh and attending grade school, middle school and high school during the Decade of Champions in the City of Champions, I can sincerely say that YES, Pittsburgh does deserve good baseball. It has been a while since the likes of Chuck Tanner and Jim Leyland steered the team, but this new guy - Clint Hurdle, along with this players seem to be on a very impressive role. I agree with part of what Adam Miller has said - Cleveland Sports base has completely fallen - the Pirates will live to fight, play and win come October! Go Buccos!
http://foresthills-regentsquare.patch.com/blog_posts/baseball
Sophie Gadgets
6:16 pm on Sunday, April 21, 2013
While a college student in 1985 I attended my first American Association of the Deaf-Blind Convention and was given the responsibility to work as an SSP/Interpreter for a consumer who used a combination of Tactile ASL and the Rochester Method. The following 3 years I was given individuals, who strictly used the Rochester Method, but these individuals were fluent in braille and I knew some braille contractions, so I would fingerspell the braille contractions to help save time when interpreting. The Rochester Method is not only difficult for the person who is fingerspelling, but it requires strong literacy and cognitive organizational skills on the part of the deafblind person to know when a word has been completed and a new one started. The process is very mentally fatiguing.