TDI-ALDA 2013 Joint Conference Briefs: Early Bird and Proposal Deadlines!

May 21, 2013 in Community Events, Community News

TDI-ALDA

2013 JOINT CONFERENCE BRIEFS

May 18, 2013 Issue # 6

Occasional announcements of the Joint Planning Committee

to keep you informed regarding preparations for the TDI-ALDA 2013 Joint Conference

to be held at the Hotel Albuquerque, Albuquerque, New Mexico, October 16-20, 2013

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Early Bird Registration Deadline Approaches!

The deadline for paying “Early Bird” registration rates to attend the TDI-ALDA 2013 Joint Conference is ONLY TWO WEEKS AWAY. Remember, the registration rates go up starting June 1, 2013. So hurry, SAVE BIG BUCKS,and REGISTER ONLINE NOW by going to http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=ftgkvxfab&oeidk=a07e77us9bfeb9a13bb…

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Deadline for Presentation Proposals Extended!

Yesterday was the deadline for submitting presentation proposals for the TDI-ALDA 2013 Joint Conference. And yesterday, at the last minute, we received several emails that basically said “I’m working on it. Can you give me another day or two?”

Well, in hopes of accommodating everyone, we have decided to EXTEND THE DEADLINE FOR RECEIVING PRESENTATION PROPOSALS for the TDI-ALDA Joint Conference. The new deadline is JUNE 1, 2013. So hurry up and submit your great idea for a presentation at the October Joint Conference.

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Silent Auction Donations Sought

Sponsors, exhibitors, and advertisers are encouraged to DONATE ITEMS FOR THE SILENT AUCTION at the TDI-ALDA 2013 Joint Conference. Anyone who wishes to donate an item for the Silent Auction should contact our Silent Auction Coordinator, Kathy Schlueter, atkatherine.schlueter@gmail.com.

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Conference Sponsorships Now Available!

Reach your target audience at the TDI-ALDA 2013 Joint Conference. TDI and ALDA continue to “Work Together” to ensure that full access to telecommunications, media, and information technologies is being provided across America to citizens who are deaf, hard of hearing, late-deafened, and deaf-blind.

We offer the following conference sponsorship packages, and invite companies. organizations, and government supporters to become a sponsor and help ensure the success of this historic ”First of its Kind” Joint Conference. We expect around 500 participants at this year’s conference.

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“White Sands” Sponsorship ($20,000 and Above)

Includes:

+ Two booths

+ Three combo tickets

+ One full-page advertisement in the program book

+ Large corporate banner hung in a visible place at the conference

+ Corporate name and logo in the program book*******************************************************************************************************************************

“Carlsbad Caverns” Sponsorship ($15,000 – $19,999)

Includes:

+ One booth

+ Two combo tickets

+ One full-page advertisement in the program book

+ Large corporate banner hung in a visible place at the conference

+ Corporate name and logo in the program book

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“Santa Fe” Sponsorship ($10,000 – $14,999)

Includes:

+ One booth

+ One combo ticket

+ One full-page advertisement in the program book

+ Medium corporate banner hung in a visible place at the conference

+ Corporate name and logo in the program book

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“Sandia Peak” Sponsorship ($5,000 – $9,999)

Includes:

+ One half-page advertisement in the program book

+ Medium corporate banner hung in a visible place at the conference

+ Corporate name and logo in the program book

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“Taos Pueblo” Sponsorship ($1,000 – $4,999)

Includes:

+ One quarter-page advertisement in the program book

+ Small corporate banner hung in a visible place at the conference

+ Corporate name and logo in the program book

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We are open to discussing changes to these sponsorship packages as requested.

For more information, contact:

Claude Stout, Executive Director, TDI

8630 Fenton Street, Suite 121, Silver Spring, MD 20910-3803

E-Mail: Executive.Director@TDIforAccess.org ~ Phone: (301) 583-9112

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Who Are We?

To learn about Telecommunications for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Inc. (TDI) go to www.TDIforAccess.org.

To learn about the Association of Late-Deafened Adults (ALDA) go to www.ALDA.org.

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VAD Conference Event at Red Robin Restaurant June1-6PM

May 21, 2013 in Community Events, Community News

Red Robin Restaurant

Saturday, June 1, 2013

6:00 PM
13056 Fair Lakes Shopping Center
Fairfax, VA 22033

Please RSVP: Contact – Donna Graff.
missgraffie@gmail.com

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FCC Requires “Bounce-Back Messages” when Texting to 911 is Unavailable

May 20, 2013 in Community News, Emergency Preparedness, Technology

Wireless Carriers and Providers of Interconnected Text Messaging Must Send “Bounce-Back” Messages to Consumers Who Text 911 Where the Service is Not Offered

On May 17, 2013, the FCC released a Report and Order requiring a “bounce back” message to consumers who try to text 911 where text-to-911 is not available. The FCC’s requirement will help protect the public by informing consumers who try to text 911 whether or not the 911 authorities received the text message. If the message has not been received, consumers will receive an immediate response that text-to-911 is not available and to contact emergency services by another means, such as by making a voice call or using telecommunications relay services (if deaf, hard of hearing, or speech disabled) to access 911. This FCC action implements in part recommendations from the Emergency Access Advisory Committee (EAAC), which the Commission established under the Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010.

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Job Opening- VDDHH Program Admin Specialist

May 20, 2013 in Community News, Employment

RATCLIFFE BUILDING, SUITE 203

1602 ROLLING HILLS DRIVE

RICHMOND, VIRGINIA 23229-5012

Wage Position: WE004

Role: Program Administrative Specialist I

Work Title: VDDHH CapTel Outreach Specialist

Location: Henrico Open To: General Public Closes: 06/10/13 @ 4:00 PM

Pay Band: 4 Minimum Hourly Rate: $15.07* Up to 29 hours per week

Comments: The Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (VDDHH) is currently recruiting for a wage CapTel Outreach Specialist in the Central Virginia area.

Responsibilities: Serves as the Department’s principal resource for installation, training, and trouble-shooting for the popular captioned telephone (CapTel) relay service. Provides information and recommendations for the installation and use of audio induction loops and other personal listening devices for persons who are late-deafened or hard of hearing. Schedules presentations, trainings and other events related to assistive technology. Prepares monthly activity reports and performs regular database entries. Serves as back-up to other VDDHH Technology and Outreach program staff.

Qualifications: Considerable knowledge of assistive technology for persons who are deaf and hard of hearing. Experience with telecommunication service needs of persons who are deaf or hard of hearing; sign language skills strongly desired. Experience with responding to public inquiries; demonstrated skills with presentations and product training; skills with spreadsheets, Outlook, and database entry. Position requires the ability to work independently, maintaining a flexible schedule (including occasional evening and weekend hours), and routine travel with occassional overnight stays. *Salary is negotiable above the listed minimum hourly rate based on applicant’s qualifications.

Contact & Application Info: Visit our web sites at www.vddhh.org and www.varelay.org or email VDDHH at frontdsk@vddhh.virginia.gov . To apply, complete, print, and sign an application found at http://jobs.virginia.gov/ and mail to VDDHH, Attention Clay Bowen, 1602 Rolling Hills Drive, Suite 203, Henrico, VA 23229. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes; please contact 804-662-9502 for more information. Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Multi Vendor/Craft Fair at NVRC on June1

May 20, 2013 in Community Events, Community News

Saturday , June 1, 2013 – 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Northern Virginia Resource Center
3951 Pender Drive,
Suite 130,
Fairfax, VA 22030

Proceeds to goto 2013 VAD Conference
Lunch will be sold
Contact Kathy Ferris – Email: Kathyferris07@gmail.com VP 571-287-8017

Bionic Ear that Hears for You

May 14, 2013 in Community News, Technology

Better hearing – bionically

By Lesley Dobson , 5/13/2013

View a photo of the ‘bionic ear’: http://www.saga.co.uk/health/news/2013/may/the-bionic-3d-printable-ear-424.aspx

In a fascinating example of science catching up with fiction, scientists at Princeton University have made an ear in their laboratories that can ‘hear’. And it can detect radio frequencies far beyond the range that we can normally hear (similar to dogs being able to hear sounds at a much higher pitch than we can.)

The researchers’ main aim was to find an efficient and versatile way of merging electronics with tissue.

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Resources: Veterans Crisis Line

May 14, 2013 in Advocacy & Access, Community News

Two Resources for Veterans with Hearing Loss

The Veterans Administration has a Veterans Crisis Line. It is a 24/7 resource for veterans in crisis and their loved ones with a voice hotline, online chat, and text messaging service. The VA recently added a TTY number for individuals using that technology.

For a fact sheet to learn more about the Veterans Crisis Line: http://www.VeteransCrisisLine.net.

For information about the TTY service: http://www.veteranscrisisline.net/GetHelp/Accessibility.aspx

Vote for DAWN to win the Give a Brand Project!

May 14, 2013 in Community News

VOTE FOR DAWN TO WIN THE “GIVE A BRAND” PROJECT!

Deaf Abused Women’s Network (DAWN) has been selected as one of the top three finalists for “Give a Brand!” project by Thinkso organization. Thinkso is a Manhattan-based design firm that rebrands one small nonprofit organization for free. DAWN is eligible to win a full brand makeover including a new logo and website! This is a great way to celebrate DAWN’s 10^th year anniversary of providing services this year with a new makeover!

Over the years, DAWN has served over 300 Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deaf Blind survivors who have experienced domestic violence, sexual violence, and stalking. One of the main reasons we are shifting DAWN’s appeal is because many deaf Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender (LGBT) survivors and male survivors are apprehensive about receiving services as they think DAWN only serves women due to the organization name. Please help DAWN become more inclusive by voting for us to win a free makeover.

Winning this competition will greatly help the organization grow and expand its services. They need your vote to win! The voting starts today and ends on July 4^th. Please vote daily. It is a breeze to vote for and only takes a few seconds. Here is how:

1. Go to www.thinkso.com/giveabrand/

2. Vote for DAWN

3. Spread the word and pass the link to your friends, family, colleagues, and everyone you know!

The Board, Staff, and the people DAWN serves in the community would greatly appreciate your support in this movement. Community support from DAWN’s closest friends and supporters like you is important!

ASL Tutoring

May 10, 2013 in Community News

ASL Tutoring

for All Ages

Toddlers/Children Included

Over 25 Years of Experience

in Tutoring Certificate in Tutoring

from Gallaudet University

Contact Doreen Solar

VP 571-321-6654

DoreenSolar@sprint.blackberry.net

Celebrate Communication 2013 is TOMORROW!

May 10, 2013 in Community Events, Community News, NVRC Announcements, Technology

Please visit our Sponsor Page to see all of our wonderful Sponsors for this event.

Celebrate Communication 2013 is TOMORROW!

It’s here, it’s finally here. Rain or Shine.

We can’t wait to see you all this Saturday.

Many thanks to all the hard-working staff, all our Board of Directors

and all our volunteers. Everyone has been busy preparing

and we’re all excited to share this day with you.

Celebrate Communication

Starting with the NVRC Members Breakfast…
Followed by lots and lots of information,
resources and technology to discover from the exhibitors…
Mix in some fun with Facepainting, an ASL Treasure Hunt and crafters…
Top it off with Birthday cake at the Snack Table to Celebrate NVRC’s 25th Anniversary!
Sounds like a great day to us! And…it’s FREE!

A special thank you to all our sponsors
for supporting Celebrate Communication.

Visit our webpage for a full list of Sponsors, Exhibitors,
directions to the event and parking instructions.

Sponsor Page - Exhibitor Page – Directions + Parking

See you tomorrow!

Celebrate Communication 2013

Saturday May 11, 2013

10 am – 3 pm

George Mason Univ. Center for the Arts

Captioned Simulcast of “Show Boat”!

May 9, 2013 in Captioning / Relay, Community News

View the online version

Captioned Theater Alert

**Free captioned simulcast of the Washington National Opera’s production of Show Boat at Nationals Park**

M&M’S^® Opera in the Outfield at Nationals Park

Saturday, May 18 at Nationals Park (rain or shine)

Gates open at 5 p.m. for “pregame” activities

Performance broadcast begins at 7 p.m.

Events at Nationals Park will be captioned. The simulcast will be captioned on the scoreboard screen!

Assistive listening devices (ALDs) may be signed out free of charge from Guest Services located at the Center Field Gate. A valid driver’s license will be held until the device is returned.

Join Washington National Opera and the Kennedy Center for a free, live broadcast of Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein II’s hit Broadway musical! Featuring a full orchestra and over 100 cast members, this dazzling new production of Show Boat follows a troupe of riverboat performers down the Mississippi and across the decades, with songs that include “Ol’ Man River” and “Can’t Help Lovin’ Dat Man.”

Questions about accessibility? Contact the Accessibility Office at (202) 416-8727 (voice/relay) oraccess@kennedy-center.org.

“Pregame” Activities

Arrive early to Nationals Park for entertainment and activities including:

- Dance demonstrations by Gottaswing

- A meet and greet with M&M’S® Ms. Brown

- Photos with the living statue of Babe Ruth… back by popular demand!

- An open playground for kids, plus a costume trunk and face painting

- Chances to win prizes, including Kennedy Center tickets

- And much more!

About Show Boat

This spectacular new production of Show Boat, Broadway’s original masterpiece, brings unforgettable songs, dazzling choreography, and an epic story together to make great entertainment and great art. With something in store around every bend as the Cotton Blossom travels the Mississippi with a troupe of riverboat performers, Julie, Joe, Queenie, and of course Magnolia and Ravenal make their way through the decades, navigating the trials of show business, love, and loss in a landscape overshadowed by racial inequality.

Show Boat contains words and images that were common during the post-Civil War period in which it is set. Some of the language and stereotypical situations are considered offensive in today’s society. Learn more about the performance with this Kennedy Center Cuesheet, a free performance guide that helps kids and teenagers prepare for attending M&M’S^® Opera in the Outfield.

The Captioned Simulcast of WNO’s “Show Boat”! emails are a free service of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Accessibility Program.

Invisible Captions for Movie Theaters

May 9, 2013 in Captioning / Relay, Community News, Technology

Will we be seeing another new technology to watch captions in movie theaters? Unique glasses and ultraviolet light could be the key, according to a video on invisible CAPTIONS.

Captions would be viewed with lightweight, half-frame glasses which can be manufactured at low cost. The business plan includes collaboration with Regal Cinemas in Rochester, New York for testing.

See a video about this technology at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CeadEx7oc9E&sns=em

2 Days to Celebrate Communication – Communications/Relay Services

May 9, 2013 in Community News, NVRC, Technology

Please visit our Sponsor Page to see all of our wonderful Sponsors for this event.

Only 2 Days to Celebrate Communication…..

the Premiere Event for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community

Exhibits you won’t want to miss…

Please visit our website for a full list of Exhibitors and Sponsors Click Here

Communications/Relay Services

AT&T

Purple

Sorenson

Verizon Wireless

Virginia Relay/ Captel

ZVRS

For more information and a full list of exhibitors

please visit our website Exhibitor Page