DSA Webinar: Alcohol Use and Trauma in the Deaf Community

Alcohol Use and Trauma in the Deaf Community

Date/Time: Tuesday, March 25, 2026 | 3:30–4:30 PM Eastern

Moderator: Sherri Collins, Executive Director, Deaf Seniors of America

Presenters: Dr. Melissa Anderson and the Deaf YES! Empowerment and Recovery Team
Alcohol Use and Trauma in the Deaf Community is an informative webinar designed to increase
understanding of how trauma and alcohol use intersect within the Deaf community. This session
centers Deaf experiences and highlights culturally responsive, accessible approaches to healing
and recovery.

Participants will be introduced to the Signs of Safety project, a therapy approach developed
specifically for Deaf individuals navigating trauma and alcohol use. The webinar emphasizes
accessible support systems, community-based care, and practical insights for individuals,
families, and service providers.

What You Will Learn:
● Connection between trauma and alcohol use within the Deaf community
● Overview of the Signs of Safety approach and how it supports recovery
● Accessible and culturally appropriate paths to support and healing
Accessibility: Presented in ASL, voiced in English, and fully captioned

Presented in Partnership With: DeafHealth & CSD Access

Registration: Click this link to register
https://csdvirtual.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RmBLI47ETge43wiqTwWudQ#/registration