Ashley Derrington, Author at Hearing Like Me

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 […]

March 2, 2020

hearing loss inspired hearing loss inspired a career in entertainment

Published by Ashley Derrington at March 2, 2020

How my hearing loss inspired a career in entertainment

The world of TV and film has always been incredibly captivating to me. My hearing loss inspired me to pursue a career in entertainment.

February 26, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at February 26, 2020

Five deaf actors to watch on Netflix right now

Are you a fan of the shows, "The Society." "You" or "Tales of the City?" All these Netflix shows feature deaf actors we love and are must watch shows!

February 17, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at February 17, 2020

Introducing Shoshannah Stern, the Deaf Doctor on Grey’s Anatomy

This past Thursday was a big night for primetime TV for deaf talent. Deaf actress Shoshannah Stern was introduced in a multi-episode arc on “Grey’s Anatomy” as Dr. Lauren Riley, […]

February 14, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at February 14, 2020

7 tips for dating with hearing loss

If you're dating someone with hearing loss for the first time, there can be hurdles. I've compiled a brief list of tips for dating a deaf person.

February 10, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at February 10, 2020

Chase Bank opens location for deaf and hard of hearing

The first bank for deaf and hard of hearing people, a Chase Bank, is now open on the H Street Corridor in Washington, D.C.

February 7, 2020

Published by Ashley Derrington at February 7, 2020

USA Women’s National Deaf Soccer Team players share the power of community

I’m on the USA Women’s National Deaf Soccer Team, which recently had a training camp in Salt Lake City. Camp was filled with team bonding, communication work, good food, dorm-style […]