Spread the word!! The deadline for a scholarship to the HLAA Convention in Salt Lake City has been extended to March 1, 2017. If you are interested in attending, consider applying for the scholarship. A link to the application is below. If this link doesn’t work for some reason, go to the web site and […]
An update on the Jobs Posting
Here is an update on the job posting for a position at the Division on Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing (DODDBHH). A level of proficiency in American Sign Language was required for hire at that time. That level of proficiency has been changed to preferred. The deadline for applications has also been changed. It is […]
Happy Thanksgiving and a couple of job postings.
HLAA-MI wishes you all a very Happy Thanksgiving! May you have warm gatherings with family and friends, travel safely and hear your very best! Here are a couple of jobs recently posted by the Division on Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing. Please share with anyone you think might be interested! Rights Representative/Grievance Investigator https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/1587988/division-of-deaf-deafblind-and-hard-of-hearing-rights-representative-grievanc […]
Helpful Info if You Have an iPhone
Apple Responds to the Concerns of People With Hearing Loss About New iPhone Nov 2 2016 In the weeks following Apple’s announcement that new iPhones will not have a headset jack, HLAA received more than one call from people outraged by the company’s decision. Apple did not consider the impact removing the jack would have […]
Upcoming Webinars
Upcoming Webinars at the HLAA site: 1 – Hidden Heroes: The Importance of Caregivers to the Health and Well Being of the Veteran Guest Bio: Laurel Rodewald Date & Time: Oct 19 2016 – 8:00pm – 9:00pm We envision an America where military caregivers are empowered, appreciated, and recognized for their service to our nation. […]
Emergency Alert System Test on September 28, 2016
If you’d like to participate in a test of the Emergency Alert System, turn on your TV on September 28th at 2:20 PM EDT. You can read more about this on the TDI site. https://tdiforaccess.org/2016/09/eas-test/ If rescheduling is necessary, there is an alternate date of October 5,2016. Also check out all the links on the […]
Traveling With Hearing Loss
By Tony Ferack, Hearing Loss Association of America For a person with hearing loss, traveling can be a frustrating experience. I recently attended the Hearing Loss Association of America’s (HLAA) national convention in Washington, DC. I do not travel often so I was surprised with how accessible traveling has become. Even though each transportation option […]
Message from Lansing Chapter
Hello Everyone! It is time to welcome you all back to our fall chapter meetings. Our first meeting will be on September 7. Meeting details have not changed. We will still be meeting at the Plymouth Congregational Christian Church at 2001 E. Grand River Avenue in Lansing. For those of you who may be attending for […]
D&HHS Awarded $75,000 to Assist Senior Citizens with Hearing Aids
http://deafhhs.org/dhhs-awarded-75000-to-assist-senior-citizens-with-hearing-aids-and-assistive-devices/
HLAA – MI Picnic
Join us for a Picnic! More details on the PDF file but just in case you can’t open it, here’s the basics: Raynor Park, 738 E. Ash, Mason, MI (near Lansing). Look for the pavilion Contact person: Tony Ferack, [email protected], 734-664-3297. RSVP appreciated Date: 8/21/2016 Time: 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM