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Please join us for an inspiring and enlightening conversation with HLAA Executive Director Barbara Kelley about adapting during the coronavirus pandemic, communication opportunities, continued advocacy for our rights, the value of chapters and state associations, and moving forward.
Presented by: HLAA California State Association
Topic: Connecting and Adapting During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Speaker: Barbara Kelley, HLAA Executive Director
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2020
Time: 4 p.m. ET, 3 p.m. CT, 2 p.m. MT, 1 p.m. PT
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Helpful Hints and Tutorials
- Zoom concerns have been addressed and procedures will be modified as Zoom continues to update their software. The main security issue was with open meetings. When you register, it creates a unique link for a password protected session.
- Use a computer. If possible, attend the meeting on a computer rather than via a smart phone or iPad. This will give you the best layout to view the captions as well as other meeting features.
- Captions. Meetings are captioned. How to See Closed Captions in ZOOM
- Check your time zone. This meeting will take place live at 4 p.m. ET, 3 p.m. CT, 2 p.m. MT and 1 p.m. PT. If you are in a different time zone, please adjust the time so you do not miss the meeting.
- Questions? Feel free to email us at VirtualMeetings@hearingloss.
org.
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HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
OFFICIAL COMMUNITY & SUPPORT GROUP
We invite veterans with hearing loss to attend the next Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter Meeting (VAAVC) online using Zoom on September 15, 2020 at 8 pm EST (US and Canada).
Speakers:
Kate Helms Tillery, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, is a clinical associate professor in the College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University. As a speech-language pathologist who specializes in issues related to hearing loss, she researches variability in treatment outcomes for cochlear implant recipients, and prepares future clinicians to serve individuals with complex communication needs across the life span.
Maria Adney is a graduate student in the College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University. Upon graduation, she plans to work as a speech-language pathologist with school aged children. Prior to attending Arizona State University, Maria was a military helicopter pilot and retired after serving in both the Air Force and Coast Guard.
Topic: Self Advocacy: Strategies for Successful Communication
You will need to register in advance for this meeting. After registering, a confirmation email will be sent with information to help you join the meeting.
Helpful Hints and Tutorials
- Zoom concerns have been addressed and procedures will be modified as Zoom continues to update their software. The main security issue was with open meetings. When you register, it creates a unique link for a password protected session.
- Use a computer. If possible, attend the meeting on a computer rather than via a smart phone or iPad. This will give you the best layout to view the captions as well as other meeting features.
- Captions. Meetings are open or closed captioned.
- Check your time zone. This meeting will take place live at 8 p.m. ET. If you are in a different time zone, please adjust the time so you do not miss the meeting.
The HLAA Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter is sponsored by Starkey Hearing.
Voting Matters!
Presented by: HLAA California State Association
Speaker: Katie Wright, President, HLAA California State Association
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2020
Time: 4 p.m. ET, 3 p.m. CT, 2 p.m. MT, 1 p.m. PT
Please join us for a free and captioned presentation on why voting matters to help you gather the information you need to safely and successfully make your vote count! The presentation will address answers to common questions such as:
- Why should I vote?
- Am I registered?
- What are my local issues?
- How do I safely vote this year?
- How do I handle my hearing loss at the polling place?
Important Note: This will be a nonpartisan meeting. Politics or platforms will not be discussed. We are a 501c3 organization and are prohibited from endorsing, lobbying, or supporting political campaigns.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Helpful Hints and Tutorials
- Zoom concerns have been addressed and procedures will be modified as Zoom continues to update their software. The main security issue was with open meetings. When you register, it creates a unique link for a password protected session.
- Use a computer. If possible, attend the meeting on a computer rather than via a smart phone or iPad. This will give you the best layout to view the captions as well as other meeting features.
- Captions. Meetings are captioned. How to See Closed Captions in ZOOM
- Check your time zone. This meeting will take place live at 4 p.m. ET, 3 p.m. CT, 2 p.m. MT and 1 p.m. PT. If you are in a different time zone, please adjust the time so you do not miss the meeting.
- Questions? Feel free to email us at webinars@hearingloss.
org.
Remember to Join Our Official HLAA Facebook Closed Group
HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
OFFICIAL COMMUNITY & SUPPORT GROUP
We invite veterans with hearing loss to attend the next Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter Meeting (VAAVC) online using Zoom on October 20, 2020 at 8 pm EST (US and Canada).
Speaker:
Don Doherty, President of VAAVC
Topic:
The Psychology of Hearing Loss
This presentation explores the biological, psychological, social and idiosyncratic aspects associated with hearing loss. Hearing loss challenges faced by all ages are addressed along with the skills and assistive technology needed to successfully thrive with a hearing loss. The session ends with a review of physical, social and psychological consequences of untreated hearing loss.
Don Doherty is a retired Marine Corps combat veteran (1965-1987) who lost his hearing during his 1965-1966 tour in Vietnam. He has worn hearing aids since June 1970. Mr. Doherty is retired from the Department of Veterans Affairs after 25 years of service. He was the education specialist for the National Chaplain Training Center. His specialties included education, curriculum development, instruction, technology and hearing loss.
Don and his wife, Melanie, reside in Moyock, NC
You will need to register in advance for this meeting. After registering, a confirmation email will be sent with information to help you join the meeting.
Helpful Hints and Tutorials
- Zoom concerns have been addressed and procedures will be modified as Zoom continues to update their software. The main security issue was with open meetings. When you register, it creates a unique link for a password protected session.
- Use a computer. If possible, attend the meeting on a computer rather than via a smart phone or iPad. This will give you the best layout to view the captions as well as other meeting features.
- Captions. Meetings are open or closed captioned.
- Check your time zone. This meeting will take place live at 8 p.m. ET. If you are in a different time zone, please adjust the time so you do not miss the meeting.
The HLAA Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter is sponsored by Starkey Hearing.
Date: Saturday, November 14
Time: 4 p.m. ET, 3 p.m. CT, 2 p.m. MT, 1 p.m. PT
Presented by: HLAA California State Association
Speaker: Alison Freeman, Ph.D., California State University at Northridge (CSUN)
Join our next virtual meeting to learn some tips and strategies on how to deal with hearing loss during the holidays ahead.
Alison Freeman, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist who works part-time at California State University at Northridge (CSUN) with both hearing and hard of hearing/deaf/Deaf students. She also has a private practice and is doing teletherapy during the pandemic. Alison has had a severe hearing loss since early childhood, was orally trained, and is a long-time member of HLAA (she knew Founder Rocky Stone!).
You’ll need to register for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Helpful Hints and Tutorials
- Zoom concerns have been addressed and procedures will be modified as Zoom continues to update their software. The main security issue was with open meetings. When you register, it creates a unique link for a password protected session.
- Use a computer. If possible, attend the meeting on a computer rather than via a smart phone or iPad. This will give you the best layout to view the captions as well as other meeting features.
- Captions. Meetings are captioned. How to See Closed Captions in ZOOM
- Check your time zone. This meeting will take place live at 4 p.m. ET, 3 p.m. CT, 2 p.m. MT and 1 p.m. PT. If you are in a different time zone, please adjust the time so you do not miss the meeting.
- Questions? Feel free to email us at webinars@hearingloss.
org.
Remember to Join Our Official HLAA Facebook Closed Group
HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
OFFICIAL COMMUNITY & SUPPORT GROUP
We invite veterans with hearing loss to attend the next Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter Meeting (VAAVC) online using Zoom on November 17, 2020 at 8 pm EST (US and Canada).
Date: Tuesday, November 17
Time: 8 p.m. ET, 7 p.m. CT, 6 p.m. MT, 5 p.m. PT
Topic: What’s in Your Hearing Rucksack?”
Speaker: Juliëtte Sterkens, Au.D.
Most people with hearing loss will say they can hear just fine but that they have difficulty understanding speech, particularly in background noise, watching TV or while attending religious services, a lecture or theater performances even when using the most modern, up-to-date hearing aids. This lecture will go beyond hearing aids and will help you become an informed consumer to get the hearing care and technology from the VA that will work for you.
Juliëtte Sterkens is the HLAA Hearing Loop Advocate and professional advisor to HLAA on Hearing Loop Technology.
Check your time zone listed above so you don’t miss this meeting.
You will need to register in advance for this meeting. After registering, a confirmation email will be sent with information to help you join the meeting.
Helpful Hints and Tutorials
- Zoom concerns have been addressed and procedures will be modified as Zoom continues to update their software. The main security issue was with open meetings. When you register, it creates a unique link for a password protected session.
- Use a computer. If possible, attend the meeting on a computer rather than via a smart phone or iPad. This will give you the best layout to view the captions as well as other meeting features.
- Captions. Meetings are open or closed captioned.
- Check your time zone. This meeting will take place live at 8 p.m. ET. If you are in a different time zone, please adjust the time so you do not miss the meeting.
The HLAA Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter is sponsored by Starkey Hearing.
HLAA Chapter Development Workshop
Engaging Discussions About Good Hearing Care
Speaker: Bert Meijers, Ida Institute
Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Time: 2 p.m. ET, 1 p.m. CT, 12 p.m. MT, 11 a.m. PT
The Ida Institute has developed an HLAA Chapter resources kit that can be used as a tool for encouraging discussion, exploration, and reflection on everyday communication situations. The purpose of the workshop will be to facilitate a discussion about the chapter resources kit, provide examples on how the resources have been used and present new elements.
Bert Meijers is the Digital Innovation and Learning Manager at the Ida Institute and is responsible for developing, planning, and driving their integrated online resources including the Ida Learning Hall, their eLearning platform.
Check your time zone listed above so you don’t miss this meeting.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Helpful Hints and Tutorials
- Zoom concerns have been addressed and procedures will be modified as Zoom continues to update their software. The main security issue was with open meetings. When you register, it creates a unique link for a password protected session. You will receive a confirmation email from HLAA Chapters. Use the zoom link and passcode in this email to join the meeting. Times are listed below.
- Use a computer. If possible, attend the meeting on a computer rather than via a smart phone or iPad. This will give you the best layout to view the captions as well as other meeting features.
- Captions. This meeting will be open captioned. Captions will be visible at the bottom of your Zoom meeting screen. Closed captions will not need to be enabled.
- Check your time zone. This meeting will take place live at 2 pm ET, 1 pm CT, 12 pm MT, 11 am PT. If you are in a different time zone, please adjust the time so you do not miss the meeting.
We invite veterans with hearing loss to attend the next Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter Meeting (VAAVC) online using Zoom.
Date: Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Time: 8 p.m. ET, 7 p.m. CT, 6 p.m. MT, 5 p.m. PT
Topic: Holiday Buddy Check and Open House
The VAAVC will have a Holiday Buddy Check and Open House meeting and we look forward to seeing you.
You will need to register in advance for this meeting. After registering, a confirmation email will be sent with information to help you join the meeting.
Helpful Hints and Tutorials
- Zoom concerns have been addressed and procedures will be modified as Zoom continues to update their software. The main security issue was with open meetings. When you register, it creates a unique link for a password protected session.
- Use a computer. If possible, attend the meeting on a computer rather than via a smart phone or iPad. This will give you the best layout to view the captions as well as other meeting features.
- Captions. Meetings are open or closed captioned.
- Check your time zone. This meeting will take place live at 8 p.m. ET. If you are in a different time zone, please adjust the time so you do not miss the meeting.
The HLAA Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter is sponsored by Starkey Hearing.
Date: Saturday, January 9, 2021
Time: 4:00 p.m. ET, 3 p.m. CT, 2 p.m. MT, 1 p.m. PT
Presented by: HLAA District of Columbia Chapter
Speakers: Lisa Yuan and Ken Cluskey
Finding and maintaining a job with hearing loss can be challenging, and for many, those challenges have likely been magnified during the pandemic. In this program, Ken Cluskey and Lisa Yuan will share experiences and strategies they have developed over 30 years in both the public and private sectors on searching for a job, obtaining employment and achieving success once employed. The program will include tips and resources related to the specific challenges that people with hearing loss may face as they navigate their careers.
Young adults with hearing loss are encouraged to attend. Zina Jawadi, a young adult herself with hearing loss, is a member of the HLAA Board of Directors. She will talk about the initiatives and goals of the HLAA Young Adults Hear Committee.
Lisa Yuan began losing her hearing as a young adult and now wears one cochlear implant and one hearing aid. Lisa is an active member of HLAA and has served as an HLAA Chapter leader and currently serves in other supportive roles for several chapters.
Lisa a public health analyst at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. Prior to joining the federal workforce in 2015, she spent more than 25 years in the private sector, working at entertainment advertising agencies in Los Angeles as a computer production specialist. She also recently completed the Presidential Management Fellows Program, a two-year training and leadership development program of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. All views and opinions expressed during the presentation are her own.
Ken Cluskey began losing his hearing as a young adult and now wears one cochlear implant and one hearing aid. Ken is an active member of HLAA and has served as an HLAA Chapter leader for several chapters.
Ken is an economist in the Office of Compensation and Working Conditions at the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Since 2018, Ken has worked to develop and maintain procedures for the Occupational Requirements Survey (ORS) and National Compensation Survey (NCS). From 2012 to 2018, he worked in the Office of Hearing Operations supporting the adjudication of disability claims. This included extensive work with disability claimants, administrative law judges and vocational experts. Prior to joining the federal workforce, Ken worked in both the nonprofit and private industry primarily in banking and real estate. All views and opinions expressed during the presentation are his own.
Helpful Hints and Tutorials
- Zoom concerns have been addressed and procedures will be modified as Zoom continues to update their software. The main security issue was with open meetings. When you register, it creates a unique link for a password protected session.
- Use a computer. If possible, attend the meeting on a computer rather than via a smart phone or iPad. This will give you the best layout to view the captions as well as other meeting features.
- Captions. Meetings are captioned. How to See Closed Captions in ZOOM
- Check your time zone. This meeting will take place live at 4 p.m. ET, 3 p.m. CT, 2 p.m. MT and 1 p.m. PT. If you are in a different time zone, please adjust the time so you do not miss the meeting.
- Questions? Feel free to email us at webinars@hearingloss.
org.
When: Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Time: 2-2:30 p.m. (ET) with 20 minutes for product demo and 10 minutes for Q&A.
Come join the reprise of CaptionMate’s November 17 event and see the latest app-based automatic Internet Protocol Captioned Telephone Service approved by the FCC. Jon Gray, business manager for CaptionMate, will demonstrate CaptionMate’s offering and explain how it differs from the other IP CTS choices. He’ll cover how CaptionMate is easy to use in an office environment or at home, or with a Zoom call or any other webinar. He’ll go over how CaptionMate leverages ASR to provide a speedy and accurate captioning solution, how to do things like capture both sides of the conversation, change the language on the fly, modify your themes and color settings, how it can be used on your own phone (iOS, Android and landline), and how to share the transcriptions with the remote party.
Note: Product showcases are for advertising purposes only. HLAA does not endorse products or services featured and the presentation is paid for by the advertiser.
Registration is required for this event. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Helpful Hints and Tutorials
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- Zoom concerns have been addressed and procedures will be modified as Zoom continues to update their software. The main security issue was with open meetings. When you register, it creates a unique link for a password protected session.
- Use a computer. If possible, attend the meeting on a computer rather than via a smart phone or iPad. This will give you the best layout to view the captions as well as other meeting features.
- Zoom concerns have been addressed and procedures will be modified as Zoom continues to update their software. The main security issue was with open meetings. When you register, it creates a unique link for a password protected session.
- Captions. HLAA Webinars are open or closed captioned. Subtitles will be visible at the bottom of the meeting zoom screen.
- Check your time zone. This meeting will take place live at 2 p.m. ET, 1 p.m. CT, 12 p.m. MT and 11 a.m. PT. If you are in a different time zone, please adjust the time so you do not miss the meeting.
- Questions? Feel free to email us at webinars@hearingloss.
org.m. PT. If you are in a different time zone, please adjust the time so you do not miss the meeting.
NOTE: HLAA does not offer Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for participation in our webinars.
Questions? Feel free to email us at webinars@hearingloss.org.
If companies are interested in HLAA Webinar Product Showcases, email Jeryl Parade at jeryl.parade@theygsgroup.com.