HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com Community Resources for Deaf and Hard of Hearing in Houston Thu, 15 Feb 2024 13:30:20 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/hdn-load-ipad-portrait-e1399259752629-350x350.png HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com 32 32 Sign Language Interpreter http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/sign-language-interpreter/ Thu, 15 Feb 2024 13:30:19 +0000 https://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=30013 This position provides sign language interpreting services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students registered for services through Access and Learning Accommodations and enrolled in courses at TSTC. In addition to providing interpreting services, the position includes other assigned duties that support the programs and services offered by ALA. The work schedule may vary to accommodate day, evening, and online courses. The position operates under supervision and performance is assessed based on the completion of assigned tasks, job performance, and dependability. Required Qualifications Texas Board for Interpreter certification or RID level of Basic, Advanced, or Master; or be able to » Read More

The post Sign Language Interpreter first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> This position provides sign language interpreting services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students registered for services through Access and Learning Accommodations and enrolled in courses at TSTC. In addition to providing interpreting services, the position includes other assigned duties that support the programs and services offered by ALA. The work schedule may vary to accommodate day, evening, and online courses. The position operates under supervision and performance is assessed based on the completion of assigned tasks, job performance, and dependability.

Required Qualifications

Texas Board for Interpreter certification or RID level of Basic, Advanced, or Master; or be able to obtain Basic level certification within one year of hire, or show progressive improvement towards certification. Ability to interpret language at various levels of difficulty with knowledge of vocabulary and grammar. Fluent use of American Sign Language spoken to sign and sign to spoken.

Preferred Qualifications

Level I/Basic Interpreter certification through the Board for Evaluation of Interpreter/Human & Health Services Commission.

Associate degree/Bachelor degree strongly desired.

Three or more years interpreting experience in a post-secondary setting.

Progress towards certification through state or national organizations.

Have the ability, skills and fluency within various register levels in American Sign Language with qualifications to be determined by the Assistant Director overseeing the Deaf and Hard of Hearing student population.

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Submitter Email: pdberryman@tstc.edu

Submitter URL: https://tstc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/TSTC_Jobs/job/Texas-State-Technical-College/Sign-Language-Interpreter_R-002378

The post Sign Language Interpreter first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Deaf Women United National Conference http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/deaf-women-united-national-conference/ Thu, 02 Nov 2023 15:44:31 +0000 https://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29866 The Biennial National DWU Conference, “Come Like You Are,” is planned for July 23-27, 2025, in Houston, Texas, hosted by the Deaf Women of Houston. The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center is the official conference hotel, conveniently located 22 miles from George Bush International Airport (IAH). Towne Garage parking and WiFi are complimentary. Our hotel conference group rate information will be shared in the near future. Our 40-year celebration of empowerment promotes networking and support among Deaf women through various social interactions. This conference includes attendees from around the country, where everyone can be a source of support. » Read More

The post Deaf Women United National Conference first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> The Biennial National DWU Conference, “Come Like You Are,” is planned for July 23-27, 2025, in Houston, Texas, hosted by the Deaf Women of Houston.

The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center is the official conference hotel, conveniently located 22 miles from George Bush International Airport (IAH). Towne Garage parking and WiFi are complimentary. Our hotel conference group rate information will be shared in the near future.

Our 40-year celebration of empowerment promotes networking and support among Deaf women through various social interactions. This conference includes attendees from around the country, where everyone can be a source of support. It’s a great conference for personal and professional development. We’re super excited to host this awesome event and look forward to seeing you all!

Register at https://dwhouston.org/conference

Included in the registration fee are:

Swag Bags
Opening Ceremony
Keynote Speakers
Plenary Presentations & Workshops
Membership for DWU 2025-2027
DWU Community Meeting
Served Buffet-Style
Night Entertainments
Closing Ceremony & Gala Dinner on Saturday Night (Dress Code Encouraged)
More to come…

If you have any questions regarding registration, please email our Registration Chair, Brandie Belford, at dwuhoustonreg@gmail.com. Please contact our Conference Chair, Tiffany Scofield, at conference.chair@dwu.org for general information. We look forward to assisting you.

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Submitter Email: info.dwhouston@gmail.com

Submitter URL: https://dwhouston.org/conference

The post Deaf Women United National Conference first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Deaf & Hard of Hearing Access Specialist (Houston) http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/deaf-hard-of-hearing-access-specialist-houston/ Thu, 02 Nov 2023 15:40:43 +0000 https://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29951 The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Specialist is responsible for promoting equal access and equal opportunity for persons who are deaf, hard of hearing and late-deafened in Texas. This includes advocating for and teaching self-advocacy skills for effective communication, consulting and training on culturally competent service provision and communication access and referring clients to other community resources. The Access Specialist must utilize a client-centered approach to provide advocacy services, empower clients to advocate for themselves, and provide information to enable clients to make informed decisions on actions to take. The Access Specialist must also provide training and serve as » Read More

The post Deaf & Hard of Hearing Access Specialist (Houston) first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Specialist is responsible for promoting equal access and equal opportunity for persons who are deaf, hard of hearing and late-deafened in Texas. This includes advocating for and teaching self-advocacy skills for effective communication, consulting and training on culturally competent service provision and communication access and referring clients to other community resources.

The Access Specialist must utilize a client-centered approach to provide advocacy services, empower clients to advocate for themselves, and provide information to enable clients to make informed decisions on actions to take. The Access Specialist must also provide training and serve as a resource for information to the service providers in public and private on accessibility issues, available resources such as sign language interpreters and captioning services, and culturally-competent services for persons who are deaf or hard of hearing.

The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Specialist plays a vital role in ensuring that persons who are deaf or hard of hearing have equal access and opportunity in all aspects of life.

The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Specialist will be a contractor with the Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services under the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. More information about the ODHHS and the Access Specialist program can be found on this website: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/disability/deaf-hard-hearing/stap-services.

Sorenson’s Resource Specialist Project is funded by the Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services under the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

Submitter Email: RHarris@Sorenson.com

Submitter URL: https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/SOR1001SORE/JobBoard/1fe5e40e-4e0c-4b11-86e3-9a8e1f396263/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=ce846c2b-0790-4a85-a446-1a954a6e658b

The post Deaf & Hard of Hearing Access Specialist (Houston) first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> STAP, Specialized Telecommunication Assistance Program http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/stap-specialized-telecommunication-assistance-program/ Thu, 02 Nov 2023 14:56:07 +0000 https://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29953 Introducing STAP, the Specialized Telecommunication Assistance Program! (Traducción al español a continuación) STAP is a voucher-based program that helps Texans with qualifying disabilities obtain financial assistance in acquiring specialized telephone equipment. This equipment can help you connect with others more easily and communicate more effectively. If you are a Texas resident with a hearing or speech disability, you may qualify for STAP. To learn more and apply, contact us. ¡Presentamos STAP, el Programa de Asistencia de Telecomunicaciones Especializadas! STAP es un programa de vales que ayuda a los texanos con discapacidades elegibles a obtener asistencia financiera para adquirir equipos telefónicos » Read More

The post STAP, Specialized Telecommunication Assistance Program first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Introducing STAP, the Specialized Telecommunication Assistance Program! (Traducción al español a continuación)

STAP is a voucher-based program that helps Texans with qualifying disabilities obtain financial assistance in acquiring specialized telephone equipment. This equipment can help you connect with others more easily and communicate more effectively.

If you are a Texas resident with a hearing or speech disability, you may qualify for STAP. To learn more and apply, contact us.

¡Presentamos STAP, el Programa de Asistencia de Telecomunicaciones Especializadas!

STAP es un programa de vales que ayuda a los texanos con discapacidades elegibles a obtener asistencia financiera para adquirir equipos telefónicos especializados. Este equipo puede ayudarlo a conectarse con otros más fácilmente y comunicarse de manera más efectiva.

Si eres residente de Texas con una discapacidad auditiva o del habla, es posible que califiques para STAP. Para obtener más información y solicitar, contáctenos.

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Submitter Email: DHHAccess6a@hhs.texas.gov

The post STAP, Specialized Telecommunication Assistance Program first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Community Emergency Response Team Class http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/community-emergency-response-team-class-2/ Wed, 06 Sep 2023 21:45:25 +0000 https://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29859 ATTN: Houston Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community!! In the face of emergencies, our collective strength shines brightest when we are well-prepared. We invite you to join us in embracing Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) and enhancing our disaster preparedness. Invest in your preparedness by enrolling in a CERT program thoughtfully designed to cater to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community’s specific needs. Together, let’s forge a more inclusive and resilient community that stands prepared to overcome adversity. Your commitment to preparedness not only safeguards lives but also sets an inspiring example for others to follow. #DeafCommunity #HardOfHearing #CERT » Read More

The post Community Emergency Response Team Class first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> ATTN: Houston Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community!!

In the face of emergencies, our collective strength shines brightest when we are well-prepared. We invite you to join us in embracing Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) and enhancing our disaster preparedness.

Invest in your preparedness by enrolling in a CERT program thoughtfully designed to cater to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community’s specific needs.

Together, let’s forge a more inclusive and resilient community that stands prepared to overcome adversity. Your commitment to preparedness not only safeguards lives but also sets an inspiring example for others to follow.

#DeafCommunity #HardOfHearing #CERT #DisasterPreparedness #InclusivityMatters #SafetyFirst

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Submitter Email: DHHAccess6a@hhs.texas.gov

The post Community Emergency Response Team Class first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Deaf Medical Accessability Interviews http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/deaf-medical-accessability-interviews/ Mon, 10 Jul 2023 21:40:08 +0000 https://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29816 Hi! My name is Sapna Bhatt, and I am a hearing high school student. During my high school experience, I was introduced to ASL and quickly fell in love with Sign Language and American Deaf Culture! However, the more I learned from the Deaf Community, the more I heard about their struggles, and what struck me the most was how their accessibility to medical care is hindered due to faults within the medical field and other underlying factors. This is why I wish to interview deaf/HoH individuals on their experiences as patients and publish my findings on a Youtube channel » Read More

The post Deaf Medical Accessability Interviews first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Hi! My name is Sapna Bhatt, and I am a hearing high school student. During my high school experience, I was introduced to ASL and quickly fell in love with Sign Language and American Deaf Culture! However, the more I learned from the Deaf Community, the more I heard about their struggles, and what struck me the most was how their accessibility to medical care is hindered due to faults within the medical field and other underlying factors.

This is why I wish to interview deaf/HoH individuals on their experiences as patients and publish my findings on a Youtube channel I am making! I plan on conducting these interviews over Google Meets (using ASL or Spoken English-depending on the interviewee’s preference), and if you are interested in being interviewed, please fill out the form!

If you have any other questions, or if you wish to be interviewed but have conflicts, please contact me via email: sapnabhatt06@icloud.com

Thank you very much for your time!

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Submitter Email: sapnabhatt06@icloud.com

Submitter URL: https://forms.gle/5CKoDZChbd9vzA7d8

The post Deaf Medical Accessability Interviews first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> East Houston Deaf Social http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/east-houston-deaf-social/ Fri, 02 Jun 2023 14:27:59 +0000 http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29776 I would like to invite everyone to the East Houston Deaf Social, especially the deaf, hard-of-hearing, interpreters, and ASL students, in the East Houston area come out a get some coffee or tea and relax Submitter Email: lovinghandsdeaf@gmail.com

The post East Houston Deaf Social first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> I would like to invite everyone to the East Houston Deaf Social, especially the deaf, hard-of-hearing, interpreters, and ASL students, in the East Houston area come out a get some coffee or tea and relax

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Submitter Email: lovinghandsdeaf@gmail.com

The post East Houston Deaf Social first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Custodial and Grounds Maintenance Positions Available http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/custodial-and-grounds-maintenance-positions-available/ Thu, 20 Apr 2023 13:45:58 +0000 https://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29697 Endeavors Unlimited provides life skills training, and supportive employment opportunities for adults with disabilities. Helping those in the program achieve a stable, successful, and self-sufficient lifestyle, Endeavors Unlimited is uniquely capable of providing both commercial services for business and government entities and supportive training and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. We are currently looking for adults with disabilities as custodians and grounds maintenance crew members. We offer competitive wages, benefits, opportunity for advancement and a diverse team of both adults with and without disabilities. If you are interested please email James Bower at jbower@endeavorsunlimited.org or you can apply directly » Read More

The post Custodial and Grounds Maintenance Positions Available first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Endeavors Unlimited provides life skills training, and supportive employment opportunities for adults with disabilities. Helping those in the program achieve a stable, successful, and self-sufficient lifestyle, Endeavors Unlimited is uniquely capable of providing both commercial services for business and government entities and supportive training and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

We are currently looking for adults with disabilities as custodians and grounds maintenance crew members. We offer competitive wages, benefits, opportunity for advancement and a diverse team of both adults with and without disabilities.

If you are interested please email James Bower at jbower@endeavorsunlimited.org or you can apply directly on our website at www.endeavorsunlimited.org.

Thank you!

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Submitter Email: jbower@endeavorsunlimited.org

Submitter URL: http://www.endeavorsunlimited.org

The post Custodial and Grounds Maintenance Positions Available first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Community Emergency Response Team Class http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/community-emergency-response-team-class/ Mon, 10 Apr 2023 14:03:07 +0000 https://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29751 Community Emergency Response Team Free Disaster Preparedness Training w/ ASL Interpretation What do CERT teams do in an emergency? Under the direction of local emergency responders, CERT teams help provide critical support by giving immediate assistance to victims, providing damage assessment information, and organizing other volunteers at a disaster site. Volunteers trained in CERT also offer a potential workforce for performing duties such as shelter support, crowd control and evacuation. The role of a CERT volunteer is to help themselves and others until trained emergency personnel arrive. What is taught in CERT training? The training covers: general disaster preparedness, fire » Read More

The post Community Emergency Response Team Class first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Community Emergency Response Team
Free Disaster Preparedness Training
w/ ASL Interpretation

What do CERT teams do in an emergency?
Under the direction of local emergency responders, CERT teams help provide critical support
by giving immediate assistance to victims, providing damage assessment information, and organizing other volunteers at a disaster site.

Volunteers trained in CERT also offer a potential workforce for performing duties such as shelter support, crowd control and evacuation.

The role of a CERT volunteer is to help themselves and others until trained emergency personnel arrive.

What is taught in CERT training?
The training covers: general disaster preparedness, fire safety and suppression, basic medical operations, light search and rescue, CERT team organization, disaster psychology and terrorism awareness. The training culminates with a mock search and rescue drill, where participants apply the skills and concepts learned in the training in an effort to “do the most good for the most amount of people”.

Free participant manual & backpack with basic supplies provided.

Metropolitan (West Gray) MultiService Center
1475 W Gray St – Houston, TX 77019
Saturdays, 1:30 – 4:30 PM
May 6, 13, 20 ● June 3, 10, 17, 24 ● July 1, 8
**Skip May 27

Interested in taking CERT training?
Register
David S. Bass
832-413-6239
davidbass67@hotmail.com

Questions
Liz Shuler
713-594-9024
liz.shuler@houstontx.gov

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Submitter Email: DHHAccess6a@hhs.texas.gov

The post Community Emergency Response Team Class first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Healthcare Survey for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/healthcare-survey-for-deaf-and-hard-of-hearing/ Fri, 04 Nov 2022 13:15:26 +0000 https://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29646 Hello! My name is Colleen Manning and I am a Family Nurse Practitioner and Doctoral student at UTHealth’s Cizik School of Nursing. I am a Coda (child of Deaf adults) and work in healthcare. Ever since I was a little girl, I have seen how hard it is for Deaf and Hard-of-hearing patients (like my parents) to get good and safe medical care. I am using this survey to learn more about what healthcare issues matter to DHH patients. Your participation will help me start an improvement project. The project will focus on improving a healthcare issue within the Houston » Read More

The post Healthcare Survey for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Hello! My name is Colleen Manning and I am a Family Nurse Practitioner and Doctoral student at UTHealth’s Cizik School of Nursing. I am a Coda (child of Deaf adults) and work in healthcare. Ever since I was a little girl, I have seen how hard it is for Deaf and Hard-of-hearing patients (like my parents) to get good and safe medical care. I am using this survey to learn more about what healthcare issues matter to DHH patients. Your participation will help me start an improvement project. The project will focus on improving a healthcare issue within the Houston Deaf community. You can share this survey with other DHH people you know but please only complete the survey one time per person. This survey is anonymous (I am not collecting any of your personal information) and only for people who identify as Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing who communicate in sign language. Thank you so much for your help and time!
Please click the link below to complete the survey:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffpdpmjAHgJn5UK-4oK_JTjk6pn-eUTIvewnB4d5sDqGz9IA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Submitter Email: colleenaf@gmail.com

The post Healthcare Survey for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Survey for new caption devices in movie theaters http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/survey-for-new-caption-devices-in-movie-theaters/ Fri, 04 Nov 2022 13:10:10 +0000 https://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29636 Hey. My name is Savannah and I am a student who is focusing on creating a new device specially for those who have a hard time understanding movies. Please fill out this survey as a way for us to be able to have solid data. Thank you. Submitter Email: trs.thompson1@gmail.comSubmitter URL: https://forms.office.com/r/FWjw0kpXgC

The post Survey for new caption devices in movie theaters first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Hey. My name is Savannah and I am a student who is focusing on creating a new device specially for those who have a hard time understanding movies. Please fill out this survey as a way for us to be able to have solid data. Thank you.

Submitter Email: trs.thompson1@gmail.com

Submitter URL: https://forms.office.com/r/FWjw0kpXgC

The post Survey for new caption devices in movie theaters first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Sugar Land Space Cowboys Deaf & Hard of Hearing Awareness Night http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/sugar-land-space-cowboys-deaf-hard-of-hearing-awareness-night/ Tue, 30 Aug 2022 19:17:57 +0000 https://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29616 Join us on Thursday, September 22nd here at Constellation Field for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness Night! The Sugar Land Space Cowboys will be facing off against the Salt Lake Bees. First pitch is at 7:05pm and gates open at 6:00pm. Enjoy a night of baseball, as we’ll be having a special Deaf & Hard of Hearing Night game presentation with in-game trivia, a silent inning, and much more! The Dugout Box II seats in Section 8 will be the designated section for those who need an ASL translator. There will also be ASL translators throughout the concourse for » Read More

The post Sugar Land Space Cowboys Deaf & Hard of Hearing Awareness Night first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Join us on Thursday, September 22nd here at Constellation Field for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness Night! The Sugar Land Space Cowboys will be facing off against the Salt Lake Bees. First pitch is at 7:05pm and gates open at 6:00pm. Enjoy a night of baseball, as we’ll be having a special Deaf & Hard of Hearing Night game presentation with in-game trivia, a silent inning, and much more!

The Dugout Box II seats in Section 8 will be the designated section for those who need an ASL translator. There will also be ASL translators throughout the concourse for any assistance needed for the night. All other tickets will be fundraiser tickets that goes back to a Deaf & Hard of Hearing non-profit.

If you have any questions about the event or who the Space Cowboys are, please email Alex Rodriguez at arodriguez@astros.com

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Submitter Email: arodriguez@astros.com

Submitter URL: https://offer.fevo.com/albuquerque-isotopes-erdx8kq-b1f2059?fevoUri=albuquerque-isotopes-erdx8kq-b1f2059%2F

The post Sugar Land Space Cowboys Deaf & Hard of Hearing Awareness Night first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> ASL Fishing Day http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/asl-fishing-day/ Fri, 22 Jul 2022 17:29:22 +0000 http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29582 Join Big Thicket National Preserve for a morning of free fishing at the Beaumont Fishing Ponds on Bigner Road. This fun, family event will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2022, from 9-12. We will have four booths manned by signing rangers, ASL interpreters, and volunteers from the CorpsThat conservation crew. The booths include discussing fishing ethics, practice fishing knots, play a fish habitat and identification game, and actual fishing in the ponds. Kids can earn a special ASL Junior Angler Fishing Badge! See you there! Submitter Email: teralynn_gray@nps.govSubmitter URL: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=886FB4A0-9EEE-CD60-533A08425C03D466

The post ASL Fishing Day first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Join Big Thicket National Preserve for a morning of free fishing at the Beaumont Fishing Ponds on Bigner Road. This fun, family event will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2022, from 9-12. We will have four booths manned by signing rangers, ASL interpreters, and volunteers from the CorpsThat conservation crew. The booths include discussing fishing ethics, practice fishing knots, play a fish habitat and identification game, and actual fishing in the ponds. Kids can earn a special ASL Junior Angler Fishing Badge! See you there!

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Submitter Email: teralynn_gray@nps.gov

Submitter URL: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?id=886FB4A0-9EEE-CD60-533A08425C03D466

The post ASL Fishing Day first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> HCSO Citizens’ Police Academy for The Deaf & Hard of Hearing http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/hcso-citizens-police-academy-for-the-deaf-hard-of-hearing/ Mon, 11 Jul 2022 12:09:25 +0000 https://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29575 HCSO Community Engagement Division is excited for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Citizens’ Police Academy! Click the link below to fill out the online application 👇🏼 https://www.harriscountyso.org/Services/CPADefault Submitter Email: Elizabeth.Longoria@sheriff.hctx.netSubmitter URL: https://www.harriscountyso.org/Services/CPADefault

The post HCSO Citizens’ Police Academy for The Deaf & Hard of Hearing first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> HCSO Community Engagement Division is excited for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Citizens’ Police Academy! Click the link below to fill out the online application 👇🏼
https://www.harriscountyso.org/Services/CPADefault

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Submitter Email: Elizabeth.Longoria@sheriff.hctx.net

Submitter URL: https://www.harriscountyso.org/Services/CPADefault

The post HCSO Citizens’ Police Academy for The Deaf & Hard of Hearing first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> ASL Performance Subscriptions at Main Street Theater http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/asl-performance-subscriptions-at-main-street-theater/ Fri, 17 Jun 2022 15:41:43 +0000 https://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29568 Subscribe and save! Based on the titles and listed age recommendations, create a 3 Production Package, 4 Production Package, or the whole season with a 5 Production Package, and save on single ticket prices AND receive great benefits, including: LOWEST TICKET PRICE with no ticketing fees. Access to the BEST SEATS before single tickets go on sale to the public. PRIORITY ACCESS for our Holiday Subscription add-ons. Discounted tickets for additional purchases to the Theater for Youth and the MainStage (in Rice Village). Submitter Email: shannon@mainstreettheater.comSubmitter URL: https://easy-ware-forms.com/msthouston/youthsensoryfriendly

The post ASL Performance Subscriptions at Main Street Theater first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Subscribe and save!

Based on the titles and listed age recommendations, create a 3 Production Package, 4 Production Package, or the whole season with a 5 Production Package, and save on single ticket prices AND receive great benefits, including:

LOWEST TICKET PRICE with no ticketing fees.
Access to the BEST SEATS before single tickets go on sale to the public.
PRIORITY ACCESS for our Holiday Subscription add-ons.
Discounted tickets for additional purchases to the Theater for Youth and the MainStage (in Rice Village).

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Submitter Email: shannon@mainstreettheater.com

Submitter URL: https://easy-ware-forms.com/msthouston/youthsensoryfriendly

The post ASL Performance Subscriptions at Main Street Theater first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> ASL performance of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/asl-performance-of-chitty-chitty-bang-bang/ Fri, 17 Jun 2022 15:41:11 +0000 https://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29565 CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Based on the MGM Motion Picture Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman ​& Robert B. Sherman Adapted for the Stage by Jeremy Sams Licensed Script Adapted by Ray Roderick June 25, 2022 at 1:30pm Join us June 25 at 1:30pm at the MATCH for our ASL performance of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang! Tickets for this performance are offered at a special rate. Just choose “accessible” from the dropdown menu when you are purchasing your tickets. Caractacus Potts and his children, Jeremy and Jemima embark on the ride of a lifetime with their out-of-this-world car, the » Read More

The post ASL performance of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
Based on the MGM Motion Picture
Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman ​& Robert B. Sherman
Adapted for the Stage by Jeremy Sams
Licensed Script Adapted by Ray Roderick

June 25, 2022 at 1:30pm

Join us June 25 at 1:30pm at the MATCH for our ASL performance of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang!

Tickets for this performance are offered at a special rate. Just choose “accessible” from the dropdown menu when you are purchasing your tickets.

Caractacus Potts and his children, Jeremy and Jemima embark on the ride of a lifetime with their out-of-this-world car, the one – the only – Chitty Chitty Bang Bang! Based on the beloved film, this “Truly Scrumptious” musical is a high-flying, fun-filled adventure for the entire family.

Recommended for Kindergarten and older. For adults, too!

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Submitter Email: shannon@mainstreettheater.com

Submitter URL: https://msthouston.easy-ware-ticketing.com/assignedseating/llaeVKVAteJ9IKMcdBuEDw

The post ASL performance of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Free Office 365 accessibility workshop with Houston Community College and Microsoft http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/free-office-365-accessibility-workshop-with-houston-community-college-and-microsoft/ Tue, 08 Feb 2022 12:47:46 +0000 http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29523 Good afternoon, HCC has free workshops to go over Microsoft Accessibility Solutions. The series starts on Friday, Feb. 4th at 10 am. Can you please share the flier with your group? We also have more free workshop on various topic such as gardening, leadership, … Anyone can register at https://hcc.idloom.events/opportunity-hcc/register Submitter Email: m.costechareyre@hccs.eduSubmitter URL: http://www.hccs.edu/community-learning

The post Free Office 365 accessibility workshop with Houston Community College and Microsoft first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Good afternoon, HCC has free workshops to go over Microsoft Accessibility Solutions. The series starts on Friday, Feb. 4th at 10 am. Can you please share the flier with your group?
We also have more free workshop on various topic such as gardening, leadership, …
Anyone can register at https://hcc.idloom.events/opportunity-hcc/register

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Submitter Email: m.costechareyre@hccs.edu

Submitter URL: http://www.hccs.edu/community-learning

The post Free Office 365 accessibility workshop with Houston Community College and Microsoft first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Lending Deaf Hands- New Employment Contract http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/lending-deaf-hands-new-employment-contract/ Tue, 01 Feb 2022 14:36:53 +0000 https://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29514 Lending Deaf Hands assists and provides guidance using American Sign Language (ASL). Our service includes the Houston area and nearby Deaf and Hard of Hearing cities. With us, you will find a wealth of information on how to get started in the workforce and be fully supported in your job to be the best you can be and climb the career ladder. With the support of Texas Workforce Solutions – Vocational Rehabilitation Services, local colleges, and Deaf-friendly businesses, we help Deaf and Hard of Hearing job seekers find and sustain employment. ​ If you are an employer, our team will » Read More

The post Lending Deaf Hands- New Employment Contract first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Lending Deaf Hands assists and provides guidance using American Sign Language (ASL). Our service includes the Houston area and nearby Deaf and Hard of Hearing cities. With us, you will find a wealth of information on how to get started in the workforce and be fully supported in your job to be the best you can be and climb the career ladder.

With the support of Texas Workforce Solutions – Vocational Rehabilitation Services, local colleges, and Deaf-friendly businesses, we help Deaf and Hard of Hearing job seekers find and sustain employment.
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If you are an employer, our team will work with you to figure out your business, teamwork process, and what skills and qualifications your Deaf and Hard Hearing workers need to function effectively.

With our free service, we assist you in getting ready for work, including providing everything you need.
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Our Employment Services are available at 832-431-3785 if you have questions.

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Submitter Email: tscofield@lendingdeafhands.com

Submitter URL: http://www.lendingdeafhands.com

The post Lending Deaf Hands- New Employment Contract first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> ASL Programs at Big Thicket National Preserve http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/asl-programs-at-big-thicket-national-preserve/ Tue, 01 Feb 2022 14:36:09 +0000 http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29507 Let’s go to Big Thicket National Preserve! Participate in a ranger-led hike on a forest trail, a paddle on a water trail, or storytelling and learning in the visitor center. All of these individualized activities are led by a ranger fluent in ASL. Find out why the Big Thicket National Preserve is such an important place…And find YOUR place in it! Individualized, ASL tours are held on Thursdays anytime between 9am to 5pm. Contact Ranger Tera Lynn Gray for more information or to schedule your fun program. (teralynn_gray@nps.gov) Hi! I’m Ranger Tera Lynn! I am hearing, but am fluent in » Read More

The post ASL Programs at Big Thicket National Preserve first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Let’s go to Big Thicket National Preserve! Participate in a ranger-led hike on a forest trail, a paddle on a water trail, or storytelling and learning in the visitor center. All of these individualized activities are led by a ranger fluent in ASL. Find out why the Big Thicket National Preserve is such an important place…And find YOUR place in it!

Individualized, ASL tours are held on Thursdays anytime between 9am to 5pm. Contact Ranger Tera Lynn Gray for more information or to schedule your fun program. (teralynn_gray@nps.gov)

Hi! I’m Ranger Tera Lynn! I am hearing, but am fluent in ASL. I am a former principal of the Employability Center at the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind. 3 years ago, I decided to change careers and now love sharing our national parks with the Deaf community. I hope you will come play with me at the Preserve!

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Submitter Email: teralynn_gray@nps.gov

Submitter URL: https://www.nps.gov/bith

The post ASL Programs at Big Thicket National Preserve first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Financial Planning / Coaching http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/financial-planning-coaching/ Tue, 07 Dec 2021 13:28:38 +0000 http://www.houstondeafnetwork.com/?p=29487 Mariah and her team believe in a holistic approach, not just planning for the distant future, but also for the things that are important to you now. Things like going on a once-in-a-lifetime vacation, saving for the school of your kids’ dreams, buying a home, purchasing a new car, starting a business, or retiring early. With her team’s personalized approach to financial planning, they’ll help you live the life you want and the life you never dreamed you would be able to have. Mariah believes everyone deserves a plan no matter what stage of life or financial situation. Mariah is » Read More

The post Financial Planning / Coaching first appeared on HOUSTONDEAFNETWORK.]]> Mariah and her team believe in a holistic approach, not just planning for the distant future, but also for the things that are important to you now. Things like going on a once-in-a-lifetime vacation, saving for the school of your kids’ dreams, buying a home, purchasing a new car, starting a business, or retiring early.

With her team’s personalized approach to financial planning, they’ll help you live the life you want and the life you never dreamed you would be able to have. Mariah believes everyone deserves a plan no matter what stage of life or financial situation.

Mariah is Fluent in American Sign Language and has made it part of her teams mission to support as many people within the Deaf Community as possible.

Submitter Email: mariah.peaster@nm.com

Submitter URL: http://northwesternmutual.com

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