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Communication Corner – June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month

Jun 3, 20251 min read

Did you know that two-thirds of Americans have at least one major potential risk factor for dementia? There are 10 warning signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease, according to the […]

Communication Corner – Communication Breakdown

May 9, 2025

Did you know that 60% of caregivers of individuals with communication difficulties say that communication breakdowns make their role more challenging? May 1, 2025, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) published…

Helen Keller National Center Partners with Pennsylvania’s Office of Developmental Programs to Expand DeafBlind Immersion Experience Program

Apr 2, 2025

Helen Keller National Center partners with Pennsylvania’s Office of Developmental Programs to bring specialized DeafBlind support directly to local communities. This innovative five-day immersion program empowers support teams with personalized…

Communication Corner – April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month

Apr 2, 2025

Parkinson’s Disease is a type of movement disorder that is chronic and progressive. It may affect the nerves and muscles that are used to develop speech. Here are some easy…

Communication Corner – February is Low Vision Awareness Month

Feb 4, 2025

Did you know that 4.2 million Americans, ages 40 and older, are visually impaired? Of these, 3 million have “low vision”. By 2030 this number is estimated to reach 7.2…