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What is Video Remote Interpreting? VRI allows a Deaf and hearing person in the same location to communicate via an interpreter using a device such as a tablet or phone 24/7!

What is VRI? 🤔 VRI allows a Deaf and hearing person in the same location to communicate via an interpreter using a device such as a tablet or phone. Just remember, this isn't to replace face to face interpreting. VRI is a solution when in-person interpreters are not available or practical. 👇 Click below to find out more or talk to the team. https://lnkd.in/e6EB3kZ7 #SignVideo #VRI

What’s the difference between VRS and VRI in Canada? Here’s a quick breakdown: 👉 VRS (Video Relay Service): Free and funded by the government through Canada VRS (CAV). It’s designed for telephone conversations between Deaf and hearing people in different locations. Think of it as a bridge for phone calls. 👉 VRI (Video Remote Interpreting): Paid for by businesses or organizations. It’s ideal for situations where VRS doesn’t work, like when Deaf and hearing participants are in the same room and in-person interpreting isn't available/convenient. Both rely on video platforms but serve different purposes. Still mixing them up? Save this post for future reference!

VRS and VRI: both use video, but have different roles. One’s your go-to for phone calls (VRS), the other’s there when in-person isn’t an option (VRI). Still wondering which is which? Read below 👇🏻

Gloves that turn American Sign Language (ASL) into …. (drum roll) …. TEXT and SOUND!! Talk about a game changer for diversity and inclusion of deaf people! #ASL #DEI #ASLgloves #DiversityAndInclusion #Deaf

Do you know what CART is? 💭 Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) is a vital service that enhances communication for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals by providing real-time captioning. While ASL is often the primary means of communication, CART serves as an essential auxiliary aid, especially in settings like healthcare and education. Curious about how CART can improve accessibility and compliance? Check out our latest blog to learn more! 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q02XKHnW0 #LanguageAccess #CART

You've probably heard about Video Remote Interpreting, and you might have wondered exactly how it works. Here's a link to a training video we made for our VRI clients, showing how easy it is to access VRI on demand using any smart device, from your desktop computer to your mobile phone. It's simplicity makes it ideal for any situation when you need to communicate with someone with limited English proficiency, or who is deaf or hard-of hearing. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/e6mSUNRn #VideoRemoteInterpreting #VRI #OnDemandInterpreting #iTiTranslates

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Have you ever stopped to think about what direct communication looks like? It might be something most people take for granted. For the deaf community, customer interactions usually include inconvenient options such as having to involve a third party interpreter or trying to translate their thoughts into another language to type into the chat. When a deaf customer connects with a deaf representative, something remarkable happens: no explanations, no extra steps—just instant connection. It’s more than a conversation; it’s a moment of mutual respect and empowerment. Direct Video Calling with 360 Direct Video is a way to teleconference through video that allows conversations to occur between a caller and a Deaf representative using American Sign Language (ASL), without the need for translation services! Schedule a demo with us at 360directvideo.com/contact.

Not being able to hear clearly in meetings, classes, and other gatherings can be frustrating and isolating. As a portable assistive listening system, Listen Technologies's ListenTALK system creates an inclusive experience by sending the audio directly to headphones or hearing aids without amplifying ambient noise. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g_T4pbRa #ListenTALK #OneSystem #SoManyPossibilities #Interpretation #AssistiveListening #ToursAndTraining #Portable #NoInstallation