Save the Date: Webinar on Alcohol Use and Trauma Among Older Deaf Adults
Did you know that research shows Deaf adults are more likely to increase alcohol use after retirement?
Trauma experienced across the lifespan does not disappear with age. For some older Deaf adults, alcohol may become a way to cope with loneliness, loss, or unaddressed trauma.
DeafHealth and Deaf Seniors of America invite you to a free webinar focused on alcohol use, trauma, and accessible pathways to support for older Deaf adults. The session will highlight Signs of Safety, a therapy approach developed specifically for Deaf individuals navigating trauma and addiction.
Tuesday, March 25, 2026
3:30–4:30 PM EST
Moderator: Sherri Collins, Executive Director, DSA
Presenters: Dr. Melissa Anderson and the Deaf YES! Center for Deaf Empowerment and Recovery Team
Registration Link: bit.ly/3LMROUG
This webinar will be presented in ASL, voiced in English, and captioned.
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Video Description & Transcript
[VD: The post has a video thumbnail with blue shading overlaid. The middle has a text bubble that reads “Alcohol Use & Trauma in Older Deaf Adults” in white text with rose background. In the video: Two white women are signing to the video. Allysa, a white woman with blonde wavy hair is sitting in front of the camera. She is wearing a green top. Sherri, a white woman with short dirty blonde. She is wearing a black top Transcript is available in the comment section.
Transcript:
A: Did you know research shows Deaf adults are likely to drink more after retirement?
S: Not because of parties. Not because of free time. But because of: Loneliness. Boredom. Depression. Loss of routine. Grief. Trauma doesn’t retire. And alcohol can become a way to survive it.
A: That’s why we are hosting a free webinar focused on alcohol use, trauma, and support for older Deaf adults. Join us on Tuesday, March 25, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM Eastern to learn more, and also about available resources, including Signs of Safety - a therapy approach designed specifically for Deaf people navigating trauma and alcohol use.
S: FREE! FOR EVERYONE.
A: Save the date!
S: See you there!
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