Learn About Hearing Loss
Hearing Loss Association of America presents information about how to identify hearing loss, possible causes of hearing loss, options for intervention and strategies to improve communication.
HealthBridges
Stress, Tinnitus and Hearing Loss Linked
In the following article read about the link between how stress and tinnitus and hearing loss are all related.
Pennsylvania Partnership for the Deafblind
When a small population of people with unique, and often complicated, needs is spread throughout such a geographically large state as Pennsylvania, it is very difficult for these individuals and their families to identify, talk to, and learn from people in similar situations. The Pennsylvania Partnership was created to help people who are deafblind and their families make these connections and support each other.
National Family Association for DeafBlind
NFADB exists to empower the voices of families of individuals who are deaf-blind and to advocate for their unique needs.NFADB appreciates the support of the Helen Keller National Center, Sands Point, NY and the Hilton/Perkins Program of Perkins School for the Blind, Watertown, MA.
Social Security, SSI, and Medicare
We are very excited to announce that SSA’s first American Sign Language video, “Social Security, SSI and Medicare: What You Absolutely Need to Know About These Vital Programs,” can be viewed by video here.
Welcome to Pro-Tactile: the Deafblind Way
Learn about communication and language strategies for some people who are DeafBlind Jelica Nuccio and aj Granda in: “Welcome to Pro-Tactile: the Deafblind Way”. Jelica Nuccio: Hello! Welcome to our very first vlog [aj taps Jelica vigorously on the knee and smiles. Both are receiving signs tactually, and their legs are touching] Called. aj granda: … Read more
Behavioral Health Resource Directories – 2013 version
A directory of specialized providers in Western Pennysylvania who offer behavioral health and counseling services to persons who are Deaf, DeafBlind or Hard of Hearing.
Why see your primary care doctor
What is a primary care doctor? What are the benefits of having a relationship with one doctor?
Additional Behavioral Health Services – ACHIEVA
ACHIEVA Family Trust Individuals with disabilities and their families face significant challenges in planning for their financial stability. In 2011, ACHIEVA Family Trust provided information and served as trustee for 1,953 individuals with disabilities. ACHIEVA Family Trust is one of the only organizations providing trust services and long term planning for people with disabiliies and … Read more
Private Practitioners: Kristy Weidner, LCSW
Program Type: Private provider of mental health, drug and alcohol treatment services Address: Village Center for Holistic Therapy, 68 Wabash Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15220 Phone (v): 412-455-6890 Fax: 412-455-6891 Contact: Kristy Weidner, kristy@villagetherapy.org Type of Behavioral Services Offered: Outpatient counseling. Population Served: Adults and children, couples and families. Reimbursement: Fee for service. Blue Cross/Blue Shield Highmark, Tricare … Read more