HLA-SCC Invites you to attend our
Chapter Meetings
1st Wednesday each month @ 9:30 a.m.
1239 Del Webb Blvd., W.
Sun City Center
ALL HLA-SCC MEETINGS ARE CAPTIONED
By Tess Crowder
Communication Access, Inc.
Even if you can’t hear—You can read what is said!!
FREE SIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES
Free sign language classes will be offered to those interested after the HLA-SCC meetings beginning September 7 (with exception of December meeting – because of our holiday party). Classes will be taught by Tess Crowder, Executive Director of Communication Access, Inc. (CAI). This will be an opportunity to learn basic, everyday signs that will help you communicate with your family and friends. You are encouraged to bring a spouse, family member or friend so that you have someone to practice with throughout the month. Learning a few everyday signs can greatly improve your communication skills – and its fun!
2012
February 1, 2012
What Hospital Patients with Hearing Loss
and There Caregivers Can Do for Themselves to Facilitate Communication
With Hospital Staff.
Valerie Stafford-Mallis
Education/Training Programs Coordinator, FCCDHH*
March 7, 2012
Induction Loops -- Permanent & Portable
How They Work And What They Can Do for You at Home and When Traveling
Jim Scott, Complete Hearing Solutions
April 4, 2012
Programming & Mapping: The
Keys to Getting the Most Out of Your Hearing Aid or Cochlear Implant
Lisa Tanner, Au.D., CCC-A, F-AAA
Advanced Diagnostics & Hearing Solutions
May 2, 2012
Resources for Veterans Who Are Deaf or Hard of
Hearing
Paula J. Myers, Ph.D, CCC-A
Chief Audiology Section James A. Haley Veterans Hospital
*Florida Coordinating Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
**Meet at local restaurant after meeting for brunch and conversation.