Category Archives: Silent Memoirs

Factory Work During Wartime

Anna was a "Rosy Riveter" but she didn't like the job. Many other jobs followed....

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Armando Acosta – Factory Work and Flood Clean-Up

Armando worked in a wood factory for more than twenty years and since then has cleaned up after floods. He talks about how he communicates with his hearing boss. Thanks for taking the time to share your story Armando. I learn a lot from the Silent Memoirs. Glad the cell communication worked well for you. It's a useful tool. Thanks...

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Kenya Lowe Demanding an Experienced Interpreter

Kenya shares her journey of growing up deaf and navigating education before the ADA, often without interpreters. She describes challenges in mainstream schools, missing lessons, and finding ways to cope until finally receiving interpreting support in high school. At Michigan State University, she began advocating for skilled interpreters. Her story highlights resilience, self-advocacy, and finding empowerment—even in unexpected moments, like...

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Nutritionist Sandy Graham

Sandy describes how she first discovered a health food store and her journey in becoming a nutritionist. From the documentary series, Silent Memoirs - Life Stories From the Deaf. Originally published in 2010....

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