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Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA)

Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA). Developed by Liz Kobylak Submitted by Brenda Stimson HLA-Michigan. This presentation may be freely used by any Hearing Loss Association Chapters. It’s available for download from www.nchearingloss.org/programs.htm. Today’s Goal .

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Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA)

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  1. Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) Developed by Liz Kobylak Submitted by Brenda Stimson HLA-Michigan This presentation may be freely used by any Hearing Loss Association Chapters. It’s available for download from www.nchearingloss.org/programs.htm

  2. Today’s Goal To inform about HLAA and how this organization provides services for hard of hearing (HOH) individuals and to the public at large.

  3. HLAA National Topics • What does HLAA do? • HLAA Delivery System • Public Policy • Journal • Membership • National Convention

  4. HLAA • Mission Statement To open the world of communication to people with hearing loss by providing information, education, advocacy and support.

  5. What Does HLAA Do? • Awareness to General Public • Information/Referral • Public Policy • Coping Strategies

  6. National Office Journal Website Conventions Committees/Boards Federal Advocacy Congress Bookstore Exhibits & Public Speaking National Publicity E-News Chapter/State network Newsletters Websites Conferences Committees/Boards State/Local Advocacy General Assembly Guides/Fact Sheets Exhibits & Public speaking State/Local Publicity One-on-one HLAA Delivery System

  7. Top Priority Issues • Tax credit for Hearing Aids • Hearing Aid Compatible Digital Wireless Telephones • Compliance with the ADA regarding access in public places • Insurance coverage for Hearing Aids • Cochlear Implant Reimbursement

  8. Hearing Loss: The Journal of the Hearing Loss Association Who We Reach • People who need it the most – people with hearing loss who are looking for the latest information on coping, technology, products, services and legislation, to enable them to be more informed about hearing loss

  9. HLAA Websitewww.hearingloss.org

  10. National Convention 2007 International Convention Oklahoma City, OK June 21-24, 2007

  11. Membership • 12,000 members and growing • Dues are $25 per year

  12. Hearing Loss Association of Michigan (HLA-MI) Topics • Education • Advocacy • Self Help • Technology

  13. Education • Education • Newsletter • Web site • Conferences • Exhibits and Public Speaking • Tools for self help Education leading to empowerment and independence!

  14. MICHIGANIAN Newsletter • Established in 1996 • Published 3 times a year • Current list of support groups • Articles written by HLA-MI members

  15. HLA-MI Websitewww.mi-shhh.org

  16. Advocacy • HLA-Michigan has representation in state and local endeavors: MI Coalition for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing People Division On Deaf and Hard of Hearing Michigan Disability Rights Coalition Michigan Relay Advisory Board

  17. Local Chapters

  18. Before joining, many members Didn’t know where to turn Felt isolated Struggled with communication Were confused about technology Didn’t know their Rights Hid their hearing loss With HLA, now they: Are educated on their rights (ADA) Experience increased independence Have improved quality of life Know they are not alone Are informed about hearing loss Refuse to be left out Why Join a Local Chapter?

  19. Local Chapters • 15 HLA Chapters in Michigan • Outreach to HOH people, their families, friends, service providers and employers in local communities • Public awareness through distribution of printed materials

  20. Hear Here IV Expo • MI has coordinated 8 statewide conferences • Last Conference was April 28-29th, 2006 in Grand Rapids.

  21. HLAA (National) 7910 Woodmont Ave., Ste. 1200 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 657-2248 Voice (301) 657-2249 TTY (301) 913-9413 Fax www.hearingloss.org HLA-MI PO Box 4808 Troy, MI 48099 (517) 487-2583 V/TTY www.mi-shhh.org Email: info@mi-shhh.org For More Information HLA-MI Chapter Coordinators: Liz Kobylak kobylak@mi-shhh.org Brenda Stimson bstimson@mi-shhh.org

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