Our Certified and qualified sign language translating and interpreting professionals provide interpreting
services for the Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington Metro Area including Longview, Washougal and Troutdale.
At Sign for Life, we support the interpreting profession thru our mentorship programs designed for
professional interpreters or translators and those seeking their RID (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf) Certification.
By educating our clients and the general community on ADA laws, rules, and regulations we can help meet
the needs of the Deaf and hard of hearing. We strive to find the right interpreter or translator for your specific communication challenges.
NOT ALL SIGN ARE CREATED EQUAL
Deaf, Blind, and hard of hearing individuals use a multitude of methods, styles, and languages to communicate. Understanding these differences and being able to communicate effectively with your clients requires the type of in-depth knowledge we provide. Our experienced interpreters offer translation and transliteration services in:
(ASL) American Sign Language
ASL is the predominate language used by Deaf and hard of hearing individuals throughout the United States. Developed over time within the American Deaf Culture, ASL uses the whole body to communicate concepts which are signed in three dimensional space to convey meaning about a large variety of subjects in unlimited contexts. ASL has its own sentence structure, grammar and other linguistic principles which are totally independent of English
(PSE) Pidgin Signed English
PSE is a blend of ASL and English. Due to it's lack of formal rules and structure PSE is not considered a "true language". Rather it is viewed by linguistics experts as a way to bridge the gap between native ASL signers and native English speakers. With its mix of ASL rules and English grammar PSE can be used differently by each individual depending on their knowledge of English and of American Sign Language.
(SEE) Signed Exact English Signed English is a form of communication where signs are used in exact English word order. It is typically used to teach English to Deaf individuals. Often Deaf children use this form of communication with hearing parents who are not fluent in ASL.
Sign Language Interpreting and Translating Services for the Vancouver, Washington and Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area
Tacoma, Longview, Kelso, Woodland, Camas, and Washougal Washington | Gresham, Troutdale, and Wood Village Oregon
