Ashley Derrington, Author at Hearing Like Me

April 28, 2021

Published by Ashley Derrington at April 28, 2021

How Clubhouse App Lacks Accessibility

Clubhouse is the hot, new up-and-coming social platform to hit the scene, but its audio-based networking has some accessibility issues. Clubhouse is essentially a place where users can create chat […]

April 23, 2021

Published by Ashley Derrington at April 23, 2021

Interview with aspiring deaf psychologist Danielle Guth

We love it when people share their hearing loss stories with us. Our community often provides comfort, encouragement, inspiration and support for others in similar situations. Recently we connected with […]

February 22, 2021

Published by Ashley Derrington at February 22, 2021

Kevin Hall, Deaf golfer featured in CBS Sports promo

Kevin Hall, a deaf golfer, is making headlines after CBS Sports featured him in a video. We interviewed the golfer who relentlessly pursues the dream of winning on the PGA […]

November 20, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at November 20, 2020

Sound of Metal: New film about a deaf drummer

Sound of Metal, a new film about a deaf drummer, is scheduled to premier today in select theaters. The new film from director Darius Marder, has received a lot of […]

October 23, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at October 23, 2020

6 sign language cafes to visit around the world

With Starbucks recently opening its fifth sign language cafe, restaurants and cafes owned and/or operated by deaf people are increasing in number. Here’s a look at some of the sign […]

October 9, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at October 9, 2020

‘Deaf U’ on Netflix follows Gallaudet University students

"Deaf U" chronicles a group of Deaf and hard of hearing students at Gallaudet University as they navigate their daily lives while preparing for post-graduate life.

August 28, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at August 28, 2020

Accessible Driving School for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Like many milestones in our lives, getting a driver’s license can come with accessibility challenges for the deaf and hard of hearing. Now, though, states are becoming more aware of […]

August 17, 2020

Actress Millicent Simmonds releases Millie Smile Mask, a clear face mask for the deaf community

Published by Ashley Derrington at August 17, 2020

Deaf Actress Millicent Simmonds Designs Clear Face Masks for Deaf Community

More companies are making clear masks for the deaf and hard of hearing community including actress Millcient Simmonds as she releases her Mille Smile Mask.

August 16, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at August 16, 2020

Do you live in New Zealand? You can apply for a hearing aid grant

Do you live in New Zealand and are in need of a new pair of hearing aids? You can apply for a hearing aid grant by August 31, 2020.

August 12, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at August 12, 2020

Community Spotlight: Meet Merry Kelly, a life coach for the hard of hearing

Kelly's own journey to accepting her hearing loss inspired her decision to work with others who have hearing loss as a life coach.

July 20, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at July 20, 2020

This sign language interpreter teaches accessible CrossFit classes for the deaf community

Jamie Shawn Hardman is a sign language interpreter and Crossfitter. She’s meshed her two passions by hosting and teaching Crossfit classes for the deaf community that are in American Sign […]

July 17, 2020

Nyle DiMarco's new comedy series to be released on Spectrum

Published by Ashley Derrington at July 17, 2020

Nyle DiMarco creates comedy series about Deaf culture

Deaf actor and activist Nyle DiMarco's new comedy series is in the works will air on Spectrum. This series will revolve around his life experiences.

July 1, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at July 1, 2020

Community Spotlight: Meet Harrison Frost, deaf soccer player

Harrison Frost is only 12 years old but is already making a name for himself globally, as a deaf soccer player in England.

June 3, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at June 3, 2020

Hearing Dogs: A service dog for people with hearing loss

Hearing dogs are trained specifically to support the needs of people with severe hearing loss. Learn how much they cost and how to apply.

May 20, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at May 20, 2020

COVID-19 pandemic hits deaf college students hard

There are more than 200,000 deaf students in US colleges. 74 percent of deaf college students say online learning is harder than traditional, in-class learning.

May 4, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at May 4, 2020

Kelly Clarkson releases new ASL video for song ‘I Dare You’

The "I Dare You" Kelly Clarkson ASL video premiered on National Sign Language day and includes deaf stars such as Nyle DiMarco and Millicient Simmonds.

May 1, 2020

How are my passion for reading and hearing loss related? I often think about my hearing loss and its correlation to my ove of knowledge and reading.

Published by Ashley Derrington at May 1, 2020

How my hearing loss sparked my passion for reading

How are my passion for reading and hearing loss related? I often think about my hearing loss and its correlation to my ove of knowledge and reading.

April 8, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at April 8, 2020

NBC’s ‘Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist’ features deaf performers in ASL dance scene

American Sign Language and dance were joined together for a musical number on the show “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist.” Jane Levy plays the title role of Zoey in NBC’s newest show […]

April 6, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at April 6, 2020

Community Spotlight: This Signing Yogi is making yoga accessible

Yoga isn’t always completely accessible to deaf and hard of hearing people, but Bethaney the founder of Sign Yoga, is changing this. The UK signing yogi teaches yoga classes in […]

March 24, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at March 24, 2020

Deaf-Blind actor gets lead role in short film

A man from Long Island has become “perhaps the first deaf-blind actor in a lead movie role,” according to the New York Times. Robert Tarango, a kitchen worker from the […]