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DEAF, Inc. Virtual Job Fair Monday, February 12, 2024 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM EST
We are thrilled to announce that a new full-time position, Community Education Manager, will be added to our upcoming DEAF, Inc. Virtual Job Fair on Monday, February 12th, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM EST.
At our job fair, you will have the opportunity to explore exciting career possibilities:
- Advocate - Health Advocate - Spanish Advocate - Community Education Manager (NEW) - DBCAN Provider - Local ASL Instructor
We would love for you to join our team! Discover more about the available positions, benefits, and what it's like to work at DEAF, Inc.
Meeting ID: 832 5499 5782 Passcode: jobs
To apply for an open position, please email your cover letter, resume, and references to athompson@deafincma.org or apply online at www.deafincma.org/jobs. |
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SRS Spring Dates 2024/SRS Fechas Primavera 2024 Dimitri Building, Northern Essex Community College, 45 Franklin Street, Lawrence MA
Please come join us during these dates! Por favor, únete a nosotros durante estas fechas!
February 10th 10 De Febrero
March 9th 9 De Marzo
April 6th 6 De Abril |
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HLAA/ALDA Boston Zoom Meeting "You Said What?" Thursday, February 15, 2024 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EST Virtual Event
Communication is clearly two-ways, even if it doesn’t feel like it sometimes for those of us living with hearing loss, and for those of us living with those with hearing loss.
Invite your families and friends (the hearing others) to come, listen, bring tales, and hear the anecdotes of those of us who don’t always practice what we preach- clear, concise, forward-facing conversation, within a reasonable distance from one another, and with a minimum of background noise.
Please email either Lou Sakin (ALDA) at louissakin@aol.com or Sue Schy (HLAA) at sueschy@gmail.com.
Zoom link will be provided once you RSVP! |
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DEAF, Inc. Presents a Wellness Workshop - Building Healthy Relationships: Communication and Understanding Tuesday, Febuary 20, 2024 | 12:30 PM- 1:30 PM EST
Join our workshop, where you will learn communication skills, explore healthy vs unhealthy relationships, and be a part of discussions and activities to understand how to manage relationships!
This virtual event will be conducted on Zoom:
Meeting ID: 918 8838 8357 Password: brainfood |
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SAVE THE DATE: Massachusetts Foster Event Thusday, February 22, 2024 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Virtual Event on Zoom
Join us virtually to learn more about becoming a Foster or Adoptive Parent to a child who is Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or a CODA.
Communication Access will be provided
RSVP to: Jennifer.Chebator2@mass.gov
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ALLIES Conference 2024 - "Finding Our Center" March 1 - 3, 2024 DoubleTree by Hilton Nashua 2 Somerset Pkway, Nashua NH 03603
Join us at this transformative weekend conference, where powerful conversations driven by real-world experiences and challenges await. Representing various intersectional communities, participants will come together to explore the pressing issues of power, privilege, social justice, and coexistence.
Find out more:
https://alliesconference.org/
Registration link: https://alliesconference.org/registration
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DEAF, Inc. & Hard of Hearing & Late-Deafened Committee presents: Lucky You! "St. Patrick's Day Social" Friday, March 8, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Northern Essex, Community College
Hartleb Technology Center Building
Room 103B
All Hard of Hearing & Late-Deafened community members are welcome to celebrate the luck of the Irish!
Light refreshments & drinks will be provided.
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Upcoming Webinar:Are Educational Interpreters the Ideal Language Models for Deaf Bilingual Learners? Wednesday, March 13, 2024 |12:00 PM -1:30 PM EST
In today's education landscape, 80% of deaf/hard of hearing students engage in mainstreaming, with an increasing presence of educational interpreters. About 33% of Gallaudet University students lack proficiency in American Sign Language, posing the question: Are interpreters effective language models? Our upcoming webinar, featuring a diverse panel of deaf and hearing educational interpreters, will explore this question and discuss strategies for fostering language proficiency, extending beyond university settings to methods applicable before students arrive at Gallaudet University.
REGISTER FOR FREE To attend this webinar, register at
https://bilingualgu.com/webinar/register
REGISTER FOR .15 CEU
To attend this webinar, you may register and pay $30 in advance at
https://bilingualgu.com/webinar/ceu-payment |
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Especially For Me - Evening Event at Discovery Museum Saturday, March 23, 2024 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM 177 Main Street (Route 27)
Acton, Massachusetts 01720
Join us for this special free evening for children and adults who are d/Deaf, hard of hearing, Blind, Visually Impaired, or DeafBlind and their caregivers. Enjoy a fun, friendly experience in our accessible and universally designed Discovery Museum and Discovery Woods while exploring interactive exhibits and participating in hands-on activities.
The Museum will be closed to the general public for this event. ASL Interpreters will be available. Dinner, including a gluten-free option, will be provided.
Advance registration is required. Registration link will be released soon: https://www.discoveryacton.org/visit/ especially-me |
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Goal Getters 5K Walk/Run Fundraiser Saturday, April 27, 2024 | 8:30 AM - 12 PM DEAF, Inc. Watertown Office 50 Hunt Street, Watertown, MA
Lace-up your sneakers for a day filled with community spirit and movement!
Participants can look forward to an enjoyable experience, whether walking or running, alongside fellow community members. Everyone will receive DEAF, Inc. souvenirs as a token of participation, and refreshments will be provided to keep you energized.
The event goes beyond the 5K with face painting, vendors, and activities, promising a day of fun and engagement.
Register today at bit.ly/5KGoalGetters!
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HLAA 2024 Convention, Resort-Style! Phoenix, Arizona | June 26-29, 2024
Join us in Phoenix for our first resort-style HLAA 2024 Convention at the beautiful Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass. Whether it’s your first convention or the latest of many, you are sure to learn, grow, discover
new technology and connect with hundreds of new and old friends.
Be inspired by General Session keynote speaker Shanna Adamic.
Explore The Emotional Side of Hearing Loss at our Research Symposium. Enjoy the Exhibit Hall, educational workshops, product demos and social events: "Welcome Back Bash" "Celebrate! Awards gala honoring hearing heroes" Discover amenities inspired by the rich culture of the indigenous Gila River Indian Community, which owns this unique resort. |
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Cape Cod Deaf Expo
August 23 - 28, 2024 The Emerald Resort Conference Center 35 Scudder Avenue, Hyannis, MA 02601
Mark your calendars for a fun week of events in Cape Cod this August! The Cape Cod Deaf Expo will be on August 23, and will have a week of events following the expo.
Get your hotel and travel plans figured out, as August will be an opportunity to socialize, shop, and enjoy each other's company. |
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Deaf Performers at Super Bowl LVIII |
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The National Association of the Deaf (NAD), LOVE SIGN, and the NFL proudly announce that Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas, Nevada on February 11, 2024 will feature Deaf performers Daniel Durant, Anjel Piñero, and Shaheem Sanchez during pregame festivities.
Actor Daniel Durant, who starred in the Academy Award-winning
movie “CODA,” will perform the National Anthem in ASL; actress and model Anjel Piñero will sign “America the Beautiful;” and Shaheem Sanchez, actor, dancer, and choreographer, will sign “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” Sanchez will also perform the ASL Halftime Show.
The ASL pre-game performances and the ASL Halftime show will be produced in partnership with Alexis Kashar of LOVE SIGN and Howard Rosenblum of the NAD.
Watch the ASL Performers at Super Bowl LVIII on February 11, 2024: https://www.cbssports.com/SuperBowlASL. |
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Announcement: Flash Before the Bang |
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We are now seeking: MALES AND FEMALES 50s-80s. WHO ARE DEAF AND CAN COMMUNICATE IN ASL To Play JAKE’s Family (SUPPORTING ROLES) -MRS. WARNER (50s) -MR. WARNER (50s) -GRANDMA BEATRICE (70s-80s) And YOUNG JAKE 9-12-year-old. (NON SPEAKING ROLE) For Young Jake, we are seeking an athletic boy who identifies as D/deaf/Hard of Hearing. ASL is not a requirement for this role. The film will shoot in March/April 2024 in the Pacific Northwest (Oregon & Washington State.) SAG/AFTRA Feature film. Email FlashBang@dpdcasting.com for additional info and questions |
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MSAD Mardi Gras Carnival 2024
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Massachusetts Association of the Deaf, Inc. will unfortunately no longer be hosting the Mardi Gras Carnival this year. |
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COVID-19 Emergency Update |
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See video for an important COVID-19 update.
To read the article in full, click this link.
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IRS Video Tax Tips: Estimated Tax Payments |
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Closed Captioning Bill Passed in Watertown |
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Weatherization Assistance Program |
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COVID-19 and Flu Information |
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Vaccinations: What You Need to Know |
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Learn fast facts about the COVID vaccine!
To schedule an appointment, go to mass.gov/CovidVaccine |
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VEI is hosted a series of webinars with Dr. Estevan Garcia, DPH’s Medical Director, on COVID and other respiratory illnesses.
February 21: Vaccine Equity Initiative/Language Connections.
The final webinar will be held from 1-2pm and will include a Q&A session.
Register now! |
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COVID Tests and Treatment Pills |
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Click the flyer above to learn more about how to get free COVID-19 tests |
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Click the flyer above to learn more about how to get a Telehealth appointment and treatment
for COVID-19 |
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Did you know that more than 11.7 million older adults in the U.S. are facing hunger?
A nutritious diet is a vital part of staying healthy in the later years, but older adults who are struggling to make ends meet often cannot afford the healthy food they need and sometimes turn to cheaper, less healthy alternatives.
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Medicare Glaucoma Screening |
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Did you know that about half of all people with glaucoma don't even
know they have it? If you get a glaucoma test and start treatment early, you may protect your eyes from serious vision loss.
Medicare covers a glaucoma screening once every 12 months if you're at high risk for developing glaucoma.
You're considered at high risk for developing glaucoma if one or
more of the following is true:
You have diabetes You have a family history of glaucoma You're African American and age 50 or older You're Hispanic and age 65 or older |
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MassHealth Redetermination |
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ADA Update December 2023 |
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| EEOC Issues Article on Workplace Accessibility |
To read the full article click here |
The EEOC issued guidance on creating an accessible workplace for individuals with disabilities, emphasizing federal agencies' legal duty under Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act to provide reasonable accommodations. President Biden's Executive Order also reinforces a governmentwide commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the federal workforce. |
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SUPPORT DEAF, INC. |
Take this opportunity to support DEAF, Inc. with a voluntary donation!
Any amount helps us! Proceeds will be used to expand our services and advocacy for our community.
Your donation will be confidential. You will not be denied services if you choose not to donate. |
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617-505-4823 or frontdesk@deafincma.org. |
DEAF, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) agency funded through government contracts, private funding and donations. This flyer developed with support from: MA Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, City of Boston’s Office of Jobs and Community Development Block Grant, Executive Office of Elder Affairs, City of Boston’s Age Strong Commission, Cummings Foundation Grant and United Way Massachusetts Bay/Merrimack Valley (in the Greater Attleboro/Taunton Region), Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands, Coastline Elder Services, Inc., Federal Administration for Community Living, HRiA - MA COVID-19 Community Grants, USCIS Innovations in Citizenship Grant, Massachusetts Service Alliance, HealthCare for All, MassHealth, Commonwealth Care Alliance, Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission – Title VII Part B, Liberty Mutual, Sanofi Genzyme, Boston Evening Clinic, Bushrod Campbell, Association for the Relief of Aged Women of New Bedford |
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