As we continue to take time to remember past Dignity & Respect champions, let us honor Jessica Mock, last October’s winner for her work at the Center for Hearing and Deaf Services (CHDS) in helping the deaf community.
Jessica Mock is giving a voice to people who are sometimes left in a world of silence. A 27 year old Johnstown native, Jessica works as an administrative assistant and assistant staff interpreter at CHDS. She first learned sign language in high school so she could communicate with a deaf friend, and her commitment continued during her college years. She attended Bloomsburg University in eastern Pennsylvania where she earned a bachelor's degree in interpreting.
Jessica moved to Pittsburgh after graduation and started working at CHDS, where she interprets at least once weekly, accompanying clients to doctor appointments, physical therapy, counseling, and other medical occasions that require both discretion and confidentiality.
Jessica said she was surprised and honored that she is being recognized for treating others with dignity and respect, and said that it’s important for everyone to incorporate the values into daily life!
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