The morning of June 29th, 2012, started in a very special manner. An unannounced T-Storm destroyed the electrical system in Puerto Rico leaving 85% percent of the population without power. Nevertheless the electrical system was repaired and the electricity came back. It was then that the Gracias VRS Team started decorating the “Mayor’s Room” (Salon Alcalde) within the Coliseo Rubén Rodríguez in Bayamón.

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You are invited to our first Retro Party in Puerto Rico. Come dressed like the 50’s, 60’s or 70’s and enter the competition for best costume. We will also have our famous dance competition. There will be prizes awarded to first, second and third places in both categories, plus a raffle, gifts and much more. The entrance is free. Come and bring your Deaf friends with you to this wonderful event. The Retro Party will be held...

If you feel you have been discriminated by a medical doctor or a Hospital , this is YOUR time to speak up and let your Deaf voices be heard.

No matter where you live on the island, Come this Wednesday, March 28th, 2012 to Starbucks Café at the corner of Juan Calaf and Costa streets in Hato Rey, Puerto Rico( next to Plaza las Americas). We will have the special visit of Mr. Frank J. Musumici, Supervisor Equal Opportunity of the U.S....

The week of September 25th to October 1st is very special in Puerto Rico due to the celebration of the Deaf Awareness week. This event has been celebrated together with the Deaf March during the last 10 years. The Deaf march will take place on September 24, 2011 at 10:00 am. The March will depart from the Hiram Bithorn Stadium and will arrive at Colegio San Gabriel where a representative from the Governor will establish the week of September...

With the Hurricane Season here, this site provides the important educational video from Miami Dade Government.

(The video is in ASL and captioned) Click Here: Hurricane Guide for the Deaf or Hard of...

The ADA Series: “What’s in it for You the Deaf Consumer” continues. Last Saturday, January 29th, 2011 we paid a visit to Morovis, Puerto Rico, a city well known for its hospitality.

After a brief welcome message, we began detailing the ADA and its benefits towards the Deaf Community, focusing on their workplace and upon requiring public services such as with government agencies.

Attendees were surprised when they...