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12. Sorenson Communications is BROKE!!
The Deaf Sherlock G'day Everyone and Readers!It is now hitting across all the news and the social media: Sorenson Communications files for bankruptcy!! This is the latest shock in the deaf community that has every one reeling of what may happen next to the communications for the deaf and the relay services that we've come to depend on. As many people (deaf and hearing alike) hav...
Mon, Mar 03 2014

13. My volunteer work I do at Ashfield Play Forum
Liz's Deaf Blog As you know my mood had been low last year and I did not consider last 2 years to be good. But towards end of last year after attending a coffee morning at Ashfield Play Forum to raise money for Children in Need an unexpected thing happened. I was told how they needed volunteers for their Toy Library. I was immediately interested and gave them my details. I spoke to J...
Thu, Mar 06 2014

14. Sorenson Communications files for bankruptcy
Deaf Network of Texas Sorenson Communications files for bankruptcy March 3, 2014 (Reuters) – Sorenson Communications Inc filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection late on Sunday, a court filing showed, as declining revenue and mounting debt forced the company to consider restructuring. Sorenson, which provides video relay services (VRS) for people with hearing loss, said in less than a ...
Tue, Mar 04 2014

15. New Executive Director & New Board of Directors Named...
Deaf Network of Texas New Executive Director & New Board of Directors Named for Deaf Action Center (DAC) DEAF ACTION CENTER announces new Board of Directors and Executive Committee The best champion of an organization is its Board of Directors. We are excited to announce our new Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Dominic Lacy, President Michael McLaurin, Treasurer Jim […]
Mon, Mar 03 2014
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2. #NAD2014 Call for Volunteers
National Association of the Deaf blogs We are looking for volunteers to provide invaluable assistance at the 52nd Biennial NAD Conference and we have awesome incentives for those who put in volunteer hours at the Conference! read more
Wed, Mar 05 2014

3. Concerns about VRS Reforms by Ed Bosson
Deaf Network of Texas Concerns about VRS Reforms Watch YouTube Video:  [link] Click to this to read letter to Senator Harkins Letter to Tom Harkins copy (PDF) [link] Click to this to check out representattles of subcommittee. List of Committee (PDF) [link] Hello Folks As you can see I have been enjoying my retirement after being absent from Edsalert for […]
Mon, Mar 03 2014

4. PRESS RELEASE: Sorenson Communications Reaches Agreement on...
Deaf Network of Texas March 3, 2014 Sorenson Communications Reaches Agreement on Comprehensive Debt Restructuring No impact to Service or Operations Company Seeks Expedited Exit from Pre-Packaged Chapter 11 SALT LAKE CITY– March 3, 2014 – Today, Sorenson Communications, Inc. announced it has reached an agreement with a substantial majority of its owners and second lien note holders on ...
Tue, Mar 04 2014

5. SVRS Bankrptcy
Ed's Telecom Alert Sorenson’s Filing  for  Bankruptcy   Lot of cyber-buzz on Sorenson’s Bankruptcy.    Reading fiscal reports can be a real challenge.   So I will try to explain in a clear way.   First of all, it does not mean that Sorenson VRS will stop.    SVRS will continue to provide service. However, the reason why […]
Thu, Mar 06 2014

6. Parent of Deaf school student suing state over sexual abuse
Deaf News Today A parent of a Maryland School for the Deaf students is suing the state. The mother says her daughter needs counseling because of the sexual abuse she endured at the hands of a former employee who was convicted of sexual molestation. But state officials say it's too late and refuse to help. WBAL-TV has a video and written report here. Read More at DeafNewsToday.com
Mon, Mar 03 2014

7. Gallaudet University: On The Green with Alan - February 2014
GallaudetVideo Gallaudet University: On The Green with Alan - February 2014 In this edition of On The Green with Alan, Gallaudet University President T. Alan Hurwitz re-emphasizes the key points he made during the 2014 State of the University address, congratulates the Bison men's and women's swimming and diving teams on their strong performances in the North Eastern Athletic Con...
Tue, Mar 04 2014