<table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" ><tr><td valign="top" style="font: inherit;"><font size="4">In regard to the couple communicating with one person totally blind and not knowing how to communicate with his girlfriend and the other not knowing Braille. Do any of you use sign language...Maurice and Janice and David I do not recall any of you three using sign language at the National Convention in Orlando. <br> First of all, it is inappropriate to suggest a computer considering the two are persuing a romantic relationship. While computers are great to communicate when you are apart - they are NOT a viable means of communication for a couple (nor are they appropriate). I have been married for 20 years and I'm a sign language user who only recently learned to hear with the help of two Cochlear Implants. The most important thing for this couple would be for the gentleman to get the resources which would
assist him with learning tactile communication. My first suggestion is going to be that he contact his local Deaf Service center to provide him with the resources to find out where sign language is taught in his area. Then he can request private lessons with a teacher knowledgeable in tactile signing. www.rid.org can provide information on local sign language interpreting agencies and interpreters who would know the local resources. In addition, the couple should contact HKNC to locate the name of their regional representative and schedule an appointment. The information provided by HKNC could prove very valuable to helping the couple. Perhaps the lady could benefit from an evaluation at HKNC to assist her with learning new skills (braille, independent living, etc). HKNC would also assist the couple with their communication issues. <br> I hope this helps. - Tracie Inman, Board Member<br></font><br><a
rel="nofollow"><span style="font-style:italic;"><span style="color:rgb(96, 0, 191);"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><font size="3">Tracie Inman<br>tracieinman@yahoo.com<br><br><br><br></font></span></span></span> </a></td></tr></table>