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Deaf Coffee Chat
May 21st, Thursday @ 6:30 – 8:30pm
American Sign Language Vocabulary Expansion
Presenter: Barbara Lovas, ThD
RID CI/CT, NAD IV, LCD V
Come join us for a fun filled interactive workshop. We will focus on vocabulary expansion with an emphasis on words in relationship to their glossed term and/or related word groups. Discussion of word origin and recognition of gestural components within each word group will provide helpful aids for memorization of the new words taught. Memorization tools and interactive games will make this an enjoyable and educational workshop!
DATE: April 25, 2009
TIME: 9am- 12:00, lunch on your own, 1:00pm– 4pm
PLACE: CBBDC (downstairs – enter the door facing Hawthorne Pl.)
5324 Canal Blvd., NOLA, 70124
Price — $10.00 at the door
0.6 P.S. CEUs applied for.
Open to all, content level is “some”.
LRID is an approved RID Sponsor for Continuing Education Activities
ACET – Associate Continuing Education Tracking
For more info: contact Barbara Lovas
New Orleans Sign Language Services, LLC
504-737-5765 (voice, vp, tty)
Cafe Du Monde
4700 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, La 70006
My Perspective a bout Video Phones (VP)
http://fookembug.wordpress.com/2009/04/13/my-perspective-about-video-phones-vp/
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a msg from Dan Arabie (I couldn’t attach the pdf file flyer, if u need a copy of the flyer, reply to this email and I will send u a copy in a separate email)
Please pass this along…
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION
for
CITIZENS WITH DEAF/BLINDNESS
MAY 11TH @ 10:30 am
at
THE PARISH COUNCIL AUDITORIUM
705 UNIVERSITY AVENUE
LAFAYETTE, LA.
Speaker: Dawn Melendez
St. Francis De Sales Catholic Deaf Center
Presented by: LCG President’s Committee for Citizens with Disabilities
For more information call 337-291-8308
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From: Deaf Network of Texas <info@deafnetwork.com>
Confusion turns into violent traffic stop for deaf man
April 8, 2009 FORT WORTH – A deaf man ended up with a broken nose after he found himself in a struggle with a Fort Worth police officer.
While the incident happened over one year ago, the video that captured it was just released.
It began with Christopher Ferrell, 43, being pulled over in his maroon sedan for speeding.
Ferrell reached for his identification to inform the officer of his disability.
“He is deaf,” said Paul Goetz, Ferrell’s attorney. “He is hearing impaired.”
But, Officer J.A. Miller said he was concerned Ferrell was reaching for a gun. Miller withdrew his gun, grabbed Ferrell, swung him around and slammed his head into the rear windshield.
“He was trying to show his identification to the officer so that the officer would know that he was simply unable to communicate with him on a normal basis,” Goetz said.
Ferrell was then forced into the car.
“It did break his nose,” Goetz said of the incident. “There was a lot of blood.”
Fort Worth police did discipline Miller over the incident.
“He was suspended for two days without pay for rough handling Ferrell, and for bumping the back of his car,” “Miller is currently appealing this decision.”
“This isolated incident doesn’t reflect the professional quality service that the Fort Worth Police Department provides to the citizens of Fort Worth,” said Sgt. Pedro Criado, with the Fort Worth Police Department.
Sgt. Criado said officers now have access to language interpreters who can get to a scene within 30 minutes of a traffic stop.
While Fort Worth did not admit liability for the 2007 incident, the city decided Wednesday to pay $50,000 to Ferrell to stop a lawsuit that could have ended with a heftier price tag.
E-mail dmiles@wfaa.com
Source:
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latestnews/stories/wfaa090408_mo_fwtraffic.b7
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a msg from Debora Lebert
CHECK OUT DEAF CORRECTION OFFICER
http://video.deafnation.com/people/deaf-correctional-officer/
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Sundays 10:30 am – noon (all are welcomed)
5320 and 5324 Canal Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124
(504) 737-5765 (video phone, tty and voice), bblovas1@yahoo.com or jclovas@juno.com
PEPNet-South for Texas & Louisiana
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
July 7-11, 2009
The TRANSITION TO COLLEGE is a challenge for any student. For students who are deaf and hard of hearing and need accommodations to access services and programs, the transition can be even more challenging.
Please distribute this website to anyone that would be interested in College Camp. http://arkad.org/itransition-college-camp
What is iTransition College Camp?
A true-to-life college experience in which students learn how to function in a real college environment.
Students will learn to develop and implement appropriate postsecondary transition plans.
iTransition College Camp will increase students’ knowledge of accommodations, assistive technologies, leadership skills, and other exciting aspects of college life. The program is open to
students from ages 16 to graduating seniors who reside in Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, Missouri, Mississippi and Oklahoma.
At iTransition College Camp, Students will: Participate in workshops covering topics such as self advocacy, transitioning, assistive technologies, and college survival skills Interact with other students who have hearing impairment
Spend four days on a college campus
Participate in fun social activities in the Little Rock area
Develop an individualized, online e-portfolio to aid them in postsecondary transition
Parents Invited!
Parents are invited to attend iTransition College Camp Closing Program on Saturday, July 11, 2009 with their students. It is an opportunity for parents to acquire valuable transition information and learn about their child’s College Camp experience. Please indicate on the application if parents plan to attend.
Contact Amy Hebert at amhebert@ualr.edu to become involved in the 2009 iTransition College Camp.
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Rehabilitation Counseling with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Adults4-week orientation program June 22-July 16, 2009 Regional Resource Center on Deafness Western Oregon University Application deadline approaching: April 1, 2009 Application available at: http://www.wou.edu/rrcd and click on RCDHHA, e-mail rrcd@wou.edu or call 503-838-8444 (v/tty) Who should attend: rehabilitation personnel serving individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind, mental health professionals, employment specialists, independent living trainers, social workers, coordinators of services for students with disabilities, transition and career development specialists, other professionals in social service occupations. Focusing on professionals who are new to serving individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind, this 9-credit orientation program offers 4 weeks of intensive ASL instruction as well as information on such topics as the range of assistive technology, working with individuals with cochlear implants, and what practitioners need to know to better serve deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind consumers. Selected applicants benefit from Rehabilitation Services Administration grant funding, which covers tuition and provides a $2000 stipend (a reduced stipend is awarded to those participants who reside within a commutable distance to WOU). The stipend can be used to defray housing and transportation costs, meals, etc. A long-form application and three reference letters must be submitted by April 1, 2009. For the application form or more information, go to http://www.wou.edu/rrcd and click on RCDHHA. Monmouth and Western Oregon University are nestled in the heart of Oregon’s beautiful Willamette Valley. Students enjoy the mild, sunny summer while rejuvenating their minds with a new network of colleagues and revitalizing their work armed with new information and skills. The program has a 30-year history of success! Join us for a unique training experience that will leave a lasting impression on you and the legacy of your work! Cheryl D. Davis, Ph.D., Director Regional Resource Center on Deafness Western Oregon University 345 N. Monmouth Ave. Monmouth, OR 97361 503-838-8053 (v/tty) 503-838-8228 (fax) davisc@wou.edu (e-mail) http://www.wou.edu/rrcd |
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PEPNet College Guide
NOW ONLINE!
PEPNet is happy to announce that the PEPNet College Guide, an online version of the publication College and University Programs for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students, is now available at: http://www.pepnet.org/rescolguide.asp |
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support local Deaf businesses!!!
ICD ELECTRIC
specializing in Small Jobs
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extra lighting installed
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ballast change
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security lighting
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remodeling/additions
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replace sockets
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troubleshooting
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AC/Dryer Circuits
“I will do what the Big Electrical Co. won’t do”
Walter Rowel
504-305-1655
VP #:504-273-1150
985-210-0331 (text msg only)
icdelectric.com(website)
discounts to Deaf
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Schools in the greater New Orleans area will compete
in various track and field events. Gold, Silver
and Bronze medals along with ribbons will be
awarded to students competing in these events.
Lunch will be provided for students, teachers, and
volunteers by the Metairie Rotary Club. Please
come out and join us for this exciting event!
27th Annual Deaf Olympics
THURSDAY, April 23, 2009
Wally Pontiff, Jr. Playground
1521 Palm Street Metairie, LA (Formerly Metairie Playground)
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
If you are interested in volunteering for the DEAF OLYMPICS, fill out the form below and mail it to:
2009 Deaf Olympics
Post Office Box 791541 New Orleans, LA 70179
on the Deaf Olympics call (504) 914-7707 (cell) or send e-mail to ajaramburo@yahoo.com .
(Please Print)
Name: _________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________
City: _____________________________________ , LA Zip Code: ___________________________
E-Mail Address: ______________________________________
Phone Number: ____________________________________
begin!
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ASL COMMUNITY CHOIR
WHEN: EVERY FRIDAY
TIME: 7:15 P.M.
WHERE: MARRERO
IF INTERESTED IN JOINING E-MAIL LINDA AT PINKSADIETHREE@YAHOO.COM
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Hilton Garden Inn Baton Rouge Airport Southern University GYM
3330 Harding Blvd Elton C. Harrison Dr. & Harding Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
225 357-6177 or 1-877-STAY-HGI (782-9444) Voice 225-678-6995 Voice
Individual Ticket: Early Bird Combo
Registration (required) $15.00 Before Dec. 15, 2009 $35.00
Friday games $20.00 Before Jan. 15, 2010 $40.00
Saturday games $25.00 Before Feb. 15, 2010 $45.00
$60.00
At door Combo ticket $50.00
Kids under 12 yrs old Free
Students under 17 yrs old $15.00
College Student w/ID $25.00
Senior Citizen (55 yrs old up) $30.00
SWBAD Life time (Hof F) $20.00
Make to Payable to: SNOAD/SWBAD 2010
P.O. Box 13082
New Orleans, LA 70188-3082
“Non-Refundable or not exchange, No Personal Checks accepted”
SWBAD General Chairman by SNOAD
Contact: Michael Holmes
Email: SNOADSWBAD2010@aol.com
VP200: 866-621-1644
a msg from John Lovas
Wanna’ know about Hand On VRS and Purple MVP?!?!?
Contact John Lovas, HOVRS Rep
VP # 504 737 5765
E-mail: jclovas@juno. com
AIM: jclovas
Text #: 225 247 4361
Pager e-mail: jclovaspager@ bellsouth. net ______________________________________________________________________________
KENNER STARBUCKS DEAF CHAT!
ANOTHER Deaf Coffee Chat
STARBUCKS IN KENNER
every 1st Saturday of the month!
Williams Blvd & 33rd St
3245 Williams Blvd
Kenner, LA 70065
504-465-1301
When: EVERY Monday
Time: 6:45pm-7:45pm
Where: 221 Stewart Avenue
Time: 6:45pm-7:45pm
Where: 221 Stewart Avenue
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Contact: pwinfree@sorenson.com.
Paul Winfree
Area Specialist-LA, MS, & AL
Sorenson Communications
800-918-1882
PWinfree@sorenson.com
www.sorensonvrs.com
Welcome to “Deaf Chat”
on Second week Saturday every month @ 7p.m.1677 Barbataria Blvd
Marrero, LA 70072
(near McDonald’s)
Host: Terri and Michelle Simoneaux
Email: Tsimoneaux1@ hotmail.com Phone: 504-347-9967 Voice or VP
SORENSON IP RELAY
Relay on the go when you are away from your videophone by using Sorenson IP Relay on your laptop
or mobile device.
It’s FREE! Visit our Web site at http://www.siprelay. com for more information.
The Sorenson VRS Sales Team
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