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This #CerebralPalsyAwarenessMonth, we stand together with our community! ?? At New Jersey Relay, we believe everyone deserves to communicate by phone. With no-cost access to accessible services like Speech-to-Speech and IP Relay, we're dedicated to empowering those with speech differences. Together, let's bridge the gap and ensure everyone can share their story! ????? #EmpathyInAction #EveryoneDeservesAVoice ID: [An illustration of a child’s face in profile with a green ribbon. “March is National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month.”]

Did you know that brain injuries can impact the *ability to speak*, not just the ability to understand or express language? This can be seen in disorders like Dysarthria and Dyspraxia of Speech, making communication challenging. But there’s hope! ?? Our Speech-to-Speech service assists individuals with speech differences to make phone calls effortlessly by connecting STS users with specially trained relay operators that can re-voice spoken words as needed for clarity on calls. Learn more about this valuable service on njrelayrelay.com/sts #BrainInjuryAwareness #CommunicationMatters ID: [A blue head in profile with a silhouetted brain, "Brain Injury Awareness Month."]

Want a virtual way to learn how to make your virtual meetings more accessible? Join one of our upcoming webinars by signing up on njrelayrelay.com/webinar Our team looks forward to connecting with you! ID: [ An illustrated man looks at his phone with excitement. “Want a virtual way to learn how to make your virtual meetings more accessible? Join our next webinar!” New Jersey Relay logo.]

???? Happy National Landline Telephone Day! ???? Let’s celebrate the classic phone that started it all with some fun trivia! ???? Think you know your landline facts? Test your knowledge and drop a comment below with how many questions you got right! #LandlineLove #TriviaTime 1. Rather than, “Hello,” what word did Alexander Graham Bell suggest people use when answering the phone? 2. In what year was the word “telephone” first used? 3. In what city was the first commercial telephone service launched? 4. In what year was the first TTY call made? 5. Which two Greek words does the term “telephone” come from? … Ready for the answers? … 1. Alexander Graham Bell suggested people use, “Ahoy,” by way of greeting when answering the phone. 2. The word “Telephone” was first used in 1828 for an invention by Francois Sudre to describe a music signaling device. 3. The first commercial telephone service was launched in New Haven, Connecticut. 4. The very first TTY call was made in May of 1964. 5. The two Greek words that the term “telephone,” comes from are “Tele” meaning “distant” and “phone” meaning “voice.” So together “telephone” means “distance voice.” Sources: https://lnkd.in/eqXctfjw, https://lnkd.in/e_3GW6-H, https://lnkd.in/ezciJgYj Video Description: A ringing telephone with the text - Trivia time! Think you know your phone history facts? 1: Raather than, “Hello,” what words did Alexander Graham Bell suggest people use when answering the phone? A sailor’s hat appears. “Ahoy!” 2: In what year was the words “Telephone,” first used? A magnifying glass appears with “1828. The word, “telephone,” was first used to describe an invention by Francois Sudre to describe a music signaling device. 3: In what city was the first commercial telephone service launched? An illustration of the shape of the state of Connecticut. New Haven, Connecticut. 4: In what year was the first TTY call made? Fireworks appear. In May of 1964. 5: Which two Greek words does the term, “telephone” come from? A spinning globe with location icons on it connected by a dotted line appears. “Tele” mean distance and “phone,” meaning voice. The New Jersey Relay logo appears with a speech bubble saying, “Thank you!”]

Time to SPRING AHEAD! Daylight Savings kicks off tonight!? But don’t panic about losing an hour—our relay operators are here 24/7, even in that mysterious time-jumping moment of Daylight Savings Time! #DaylightSavings #SpringForward ID: [A mint colored metal analog clock with pink flowers, “Spring forward.”]

Want to show your telecommuting employees they truly matter? The easiest way to do so is by ensuring every virtual meeting is fully accessible! ??? With Relay Conference Captioning (RCC) by New Jersey Relay, you can provide high-quality live captioning for meetings & webinars at NO cost to your team! But RCC goes further—offering voiced options for those with speech differences, customizable fonts, and screen reader compatibility. Empower your workforce with top-notch accessibility services! Learn more on our website today and make inclusivity a priority. njrelayrelay.com/rcc #AccessibilityMatters #InclusivityInTheWorkplace #TelecommuterAppreciationWeek ID: [“Relay Conference Captioning (RCC)” a 3D rendered illustration of a young man with short brown hair working on a New Jersey Relay laptop, “With RCC you can provide high-quality live captioning for video meetings, conference calls & webinars at NO cost to your team! #TelecommunterAppreciationWeek.”]

“You may have heard of the phrase “Person First Language.” Person First Language puts the person before the disability, so that the disability is no longer the primary and defining characteristic of the person. For example, instead of saying “disabled person,” supporters of Person First Language will say “person with a disability.” Those who prefer Person First Language emphasize that the value and worth of the individual is more important than the disability, and that Person First Language is more respectful of the person with disabilities. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is one agency that advocates for Person First Language, making this communication guide available as a resource.” https://lnkd.in/eGNHrdd5 #WordsMatterWeek #DisabilityVisibility

Want a virtual way to learn about the services New Jersey Relay has available for people with speech disabilities? The solution is simple! Join one of our upcoming webinars by signing up on njrelayrelay.com/webinar Our team looks forward to connecting with you! ID: [ A woman with long curly brunette hair and slim silver-frame glasses smiles at her laptop while sitting at her desk with a pen held up to her chin. There is a New Jersey Relay logo in the top left corner and text in the bottom right. “Want a virtual way to learn about the services New Jersey Relay has available for people with speech disabilities? Join our next webinar!”]

Today is #BrainInjuryAwarenessDay! For some, a brain injury can lead to speech differences that make communication challenging. If you or someone you know struggles to connect over the phone because of a speech difference, don't worry—New Jersey Relay is here to help! Our relay services make calling simple and stress-free. Visit our website to discover how we can support you or a loved one today! ???? njrelayrelay.com/sts #CommunicationMatters #SupportEachOther ID: [The New Jersey Relay logo is in the top left corner of the image. “Brain Injury Awareness Day.” An illustration of a brain where the right half of it is comprised of small flowers. “A brain injury can lead to speech differences that make communication challenging. But making phone calls with a speech difference doesn’t have to be. We have relay services that can help!”]

Today is World Hearing Day and this year’s focus by the World Health Organization (WHO) is on “Changing Mindsets: Empower Yourself to Make Ear and Hearing Care a reality for all.” One way New Jersey Relay serves our community to help meet this goal is by offering accessible phone services at no cost to people who live or work in New Jersey. That way everyone, including people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, can make and receive phone calls. And the best part? If you or someone you know is trying to figure out which phone services would work best for their communication needs, they can reach out to us directly on social media or by visiting our website. njrelay.com Let’s change the way we view ear and hearing care! ?? Together, we can break barriers and empower ourselves to make hearing health a reality for everyone. #WorldHearingDay #HearForLife ??? ID: [A series of outlined faces in profile on a dark blue background with a subtle spiral pattern. World Hearing Day, 3 March 2025. Changing Mindset: Empower yourself. Make ear and hearing care a reality for all! You can take steps today to ensure good hearing health throughout life.” The logo for the World Health Organization is in the bottom right corner of the image.]