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Virginia Association of the Deaf Conference in Fairfax: June 21-22

May 24, 2013 in Community Events, Community News, What's New:

Virginia Association of the Deaf to hold 58th Biennial Conference
in Fairfax, Virginia, June 21-22, 2013

 The Virginia Association of the Deaf (VAD) will hold its 58th Biennial Conference at the Sherwood Community Center in Fairfax, Virginia, June 21-22, 2013.  The Conference theme is a rephrase of John F. Kennedy’s famous words, “Ask not what VAD can do for you – Ask what you can do for VAD.”  The Conference will include the annual membership meeting, exhibits, and workshops, and at least 150 people are expected to attend.  This event will enable state association members, friends, parents, and professionals to unite and help plan VAD’s course for the next several years.  The Northern Virginia Association of the Deaf (NVAD), one of VAD’s five Chapters, is the host Chapter of the Conference.

 

For more information:
Contact:  Gary Viall                                                            
Email address: gviall@cox.net
Videophone 571-766-0671

For links to conference information: http://www.vad.org/

 

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Adult CPR & First Aid Class in ASL

May 22, 2013 in Community News, What's New:

Come and learn how to perform Adult CPR and First Aid entirely taught in ASL by a Red Cross certified instructor. The class is from 9 am – 3 pm and lunch will be provided. The class will be held in Woodbridge at the Prince William County Government Complex in Woodbridge, VA.

The training is free to residents of Woodbridge, Dale City, Quantico, Dumfries Montclair, Manassas (20112 only) and Stafford (22554 and 22556 only). If you do not live in those areas the cost is $50, which includes lunch. Class size limited to 10 people. For more information email cw@pahdeaf.org.

Class is hosted by Providing Access to Healthcare for the Deaf Community (PAH) through a grant from the Potomac Health Foundation.

Find us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/ProvidingAccessHealthCareDeaf

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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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VAD Conference Event at Red Robin Restaurant June1-6PM

May 21, 2013 in Community Events, Community News, What's New:

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, What's New:

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

VA_DDHH

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.

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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

VAD Multivendor /Craft Fair

 

 

 

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

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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 10th 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 4th.  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!

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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

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Celebrate Communication 2013 is TOMORROW!

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

 

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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. 

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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
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Captioned Simulcast of “Show Boat”!

May 9, 2013 in Captioning / Relay, Community News

 

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.”

 

Register today and you’re automatically entered to win “A Night at the Kennedy Center!”

 

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.

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Invisible Captions for Movie Theaters

May 9, 2013 in Captioning / Relay, Community News, Technology, What's New:

 

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

Distributed 2013 by Northern Virginia Resource Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Persons (NVRC), 3951 Pender Drive, Suite 130, Fairfax, VA 22030; www.nvrc.org; 703-352-9055 V, 703-352-9056 TTY, 703-352-9058 Fax. Items in this newsletter are provided for information purposes only; NVRC does not endorse products or services. You do not need permission to share this information, but please be sure to credit NVRC.  This news service is free of charge, but donations are greatly appreciated.

2 Days to Celebrate Communication – Communications/Relay Services

May 9, 2013 in Community News, NVRC, Technology

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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

Communication & Relay Services

 

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

See you soon!

Celebrate Communication 2013

Saturday May 11, 2013

10 am – 3 pm

George Mason Univ. Center for the Arts
Distributed 2013 by Northern Virginia Resource Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Persons (NVRC), 3951 Pender Drive, Suite 130, Fairfax, VA 22030; www.nvrc.org; 703-352-9055 V, 703-352-9056 TTY, 703-352-9058 Fax. Items in this newsletter are provided for information purposes only; NVRC does not endorse products or services. You do not need permission to share this information, but please be sure to credit NVRC. This news service is free of charge, but donations are greatly appreciated.