Business Details
31 Years
experience
Emergency
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Professional Sign Language Interpreting Services in Colorado
Sign Language Network Inc. has been a trusted provider of professional sign language interpreting services since its founding in 1995. Established by four certified interpreters in Colorado Springs, the company serves diverse sectors including medical, legal, educational, and governmental institutions across Colorado. With a deep commitment to the deaf community, the team combines decades of experience with RID certification to ensure accurate communication. The founders' personal connections to deaf individuals, including family members and early career experiences at the Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind, shaped their dedication to accessibility. The company actively supports community events like the Kennedy Center Imagination Celebration and Generation Journey shows while maintaining ADA compliance expertise.Their interpreters specialize in social services, mental health, theatrical performances, and post-secondary education settings. Through a network spanning Denver, Pueblo, Vail, and other Colorado communities, they provide both on-site and video interpreting services using hearing and deaf professionals. The leadership team's combined 25+ years in the field, including national certifications since 1994, ensures high-quality service delivery. Their history of publishing deaf community newsletters and affiliations with disability advocacy organizations demonstrates ongoing community engagement. This Colorado-based company continues to uphold its founding mission of bridging communication gaps while maintaining strict adherence to professional interpreting standards.
Services
Sign Language Interpreting
Video Interpreting Services
Medical Interpreting
Legal Court Interpreting
Educational Interpreting
ADA Compliance Services
Theatrical Interpreting
Deaf Community Support
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in professional sign language interpretation
- Our team includes nationally certified interpreters since 1994
- We provide 24/7 emergency interpreting services through dedicated video phones
- We maintain deep community ties through annual event sponsorships
- Our interpreters specialize in medical, legal, and educational settings
Associations and certifications
- Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)
Services
Sign Language Interpreting
Our certified interpreters facilitate communication between deaf and hearing individuals using American Sign Language. We serve medical appointments, legal proceedings, and educational settings with professional interpreters who maintain strict confidentiality. Our team follows RID certification standards for accurate message transmission.
Video Interpreting Services
We provide video interpreting through specialized equipment for immediate access to communication support. This service connects clients with qualified interpreters for urgent needs in healthcare, legal, and business settings. Our technology supports both V/TTY and video phone connections for accessibility.
Medical Interpreting
Our medical interpreters facilitate patient-provider communication in hospitals, clinics, and private practices. Certified professionals ensure accurate interpretation of complex medical terminology while maintaining patient confidentiality. We support appointments ranging from routine checkups to emergency care situations.
Legal Court Interpreting
We supply certified interpreters for court proceedings, depositions, and legal meetings. Our interpreters maintain impartiality while ensuring accurate communication between deaf individuals and legal professionals. Services comply with courtroom protocols and legal terminology requirements.
ADA Compliance Services
Our team helps businesses meet Americans with Disabilities Act requirements through customized accessibility solutions. We provide training on effective communication strategies and assist with implementing reasonable accommodations for deaf customers and employees.
People
Andrea Reeves
President/Owner
President and co-founder Andrea Reeves has been a RID-certified interpreter since 1994. Growing up with deaf siblings, she began interpreting at age 13 and worked at the Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind before starting SLN in 1995.
Vanessa Emmons
Bookkeeping
Vanessa Emmons manages accounting and bookkeeping operations from Oregon. With banking experience since age 18, she has worked remotely for SLN since 2011, providing financial expertise and customer service support.
Blue Emmons
Billing Assistant
Blue Emmons works part-time as a billing assistant while studying at Connection Academy. They balance family business responsibilities with volunteer work at the local Human Society and photography studies.
Carrie Myers
Community Support
Carrie Myers supports clients with special needs while advocating for community inclusion. Her work focuses on creating joyful experiences through personalized support services and fostering meaningful social connections.
Betsy
Client Services
Betsy serves clients in real estate and community outreach while promoting ASL education. She combines outdoor enthusiasm with communication advocacy to support deaf community members' accessibility needs.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Colorado Springs, Denver, Pueblo, and surrounding areas including Vail, Aspen, and Sterling. Our network covers both urban and rural communities across Colorado.
Are your interpreters certified?
Yes, our interpreters maintain RID certification and follow strict professional standards. We ensure all interpreters meet national certification requirements for quality service.
Do you offer emergency services?
We provide 24/7 emergency interpreting through our video phone system. An emergency cell number (719-651-2490) connects clients with immediate communication support.
How do you handle medical appointments?
Our certified medical interpreters facilitate patient-doctor communication in hospitals, clinics, and private practices. We ensure accurate interpretation of medical terminology while maintaining confidentiality.
Can you assist with ADA compliance?
Yes, we offer ADA compliance consulting to help businesses meet accessibility requirements. Our services include staff training and implementation of effective communication solutions for deaf customers.