Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services
Empowerment & Elimination of Communication Barriers
Announcements:
The Silent Celebration on June 13 was a huge success! Despite the weather, we had a good crowd. Many organizations and indivdiuals donated food and volunteer time and DHHS would like to thank them. Two booths, Sorenson Communications and Harris Communications, had a steady stream of people inquiring about various information or updates on the latest technology. Rosemary Nelson won the 32-inch flat screen Panasonic TV! Thanks to all who participated in the raffle. We raised approximately $2,000 for Silent Celebration and it would not be possible without your support. We will see you at an even bigger 2010 Silent Celebration!
Our first annual Kids Kamp is here!! The Kamp is 4 weeks from June 23 to July 16, on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9 a.m. - noon. The Kamp will be held at Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, 4328 Kalamazoo Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508. All kids (deaf, KODAs, siblings of deaf kids, etc) between the ages of 3 - 10 are encouraged to participate in the Kamp. See the flyer for more details. To sign your child up, please fill out the Registration and Liability Waiver forms and drop it off at our agency or fax to 616-732-7365.
Summer 2009 ASL I-IV classes and Conversational ASL start on May 11 at DHHS. Please pre-register by filling out the form and sending it in or call 616-732-7358. We also accept registrations on the first night of classes. Payment must be made by the first night too.
DHHS moved to a new location! We signed a two-year land contract towards our own building on 44th and Kalamazoo in Grand Rapids. Starting December 30, the location is 4328 Kalamazoo St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508. Call our agency to learn more about our capital campaign towards a complete down payment of the building by fall 2010!
Employment Opportunity
Outreach Specialist II (Part-Time)
The Outreach II will share information, set up presentations with interested groups, do presentations about adaptive equipment and hearing loss, follow up with phone calls, and assist persons over 60 years old with all types of hearing loss in Kent County on how to cope on a daily basis and lead independent, fulfilled lives. The position is part-time - average 15 hours per week at $9 per hour.
Must have knowledge of hard of hearing and deaf culture, senior citizen outreach, adaptive equipment, hearing aid devices, good people skills and presentation skills. Minimal lifting abilities required. Must possess a MI driver's license. Flexible hours and mileage reimbursement.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to kprins@deafhhs.org, mail to Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, c/o Katie Prins, P.O. Box 8812, Kentwood, MI 49518-8812, or fax to 616-732-7365. Open until filled.
Do you need a smoke detector in your home specifically designed for deaf and hard of hearing people? If you request one, the Grand Rapids Fire Department and the Red Cross will install one in your home at no cost. Contact DeafHHS at 616-732-7358 (v/vp) to pick it up at our office.
About Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DeafHHS) is an independent 501(c)3 non-profit agency established in 1996, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We provide interpreter services, education, information and advocacy to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. We also provide information and educational services to the hearing community on Deaf-related matters. We empower Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals in reaching their full potential in society through the elimination of communication barriers.
DeafHHS is devoted to the concerns of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals and we pride ourselves on being fully committed to our mission statement:
