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Hello DAS Supporter,
Happy Fall! We have a lot going on not only at DAS but in the WNY communities as well! With a new school year now in full session and Fall ASL classes are also in full swing, so keep up with us at: http://www.wnydas.org/events
Shop online at Amazon and have a percentage of your purchase go towards Deaf Access Services!
All you have to do is type in http://smile.amazon.com select Deaf Access Services as the charity of your choice and SHOP!
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Message From Board Member:
Kristin Miller
My experience with Deaf Access Services (DAS) began back in 1996 when I took sign classes. The classes were amazing! Taking these classes laid the foundation of my career and personal life. After taking classes for a year I had conversational level sign skills and knowledge of Deaf Culture. These classes lead to an internship experience with Deaf Children. This internship gave me real life experience using sign language and the ability to continue a career path working with Deaf children.
Currently, as a Social Worker working with children who are Deaf gives
me great insight on challenges any person with any type of hearing loss faces. DAS is a resource for the children and the families I work with. We are lucky to have an agency in our community such as DAS; which has provided opportunity for individual who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing through Advocacy and Education. DAS has taken on
the challenge to educate the community about Deafness and how to better serve individuals with a hearing loss. The work must continue and be supported.
When asked to join the Board of Directors; I asked the question - "Is this because of my profession or because I am a parent of a Deaf child?" Than answer was because of both reasons. I accepted the privilege to serve as a board member because DAS has expanded their services and this has impressed me as a community member and a parent. Being a board member for the lasy year; I have seen the passion and commitment from the staff and board. I am excited individuals who receive services from DAS in the Buffalo community are receiving support and respect. There is still much work that needs to be done but with the commitment the staff shows the future for all individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing is brighter.
DAS has provided programs to the community which now includes children. I will continue to support programs that will assist Deaf children and their family members. This is an exciting time to be a part of DAS and their mission.
Kristin Miller
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DYK: We have a Satellite Office!
Are you Deaf or Hard of Hearing, live in Niagara County, NY and looking for a job? Well, look no further!
DAS' Employment Services now has a satellite office at Independent Living Niagara County (ILNC) located at 746 Portage Rd. Niagara Fall, NY.
For an appointment, please contact:
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Upcoming Events
Deaf Awareness Week (DAW) Kickoff event!
When: Saturday, September 24, 2016
Time: 10am-2pm
Where: Walden Galleria Mall (near the Apple Store)
Deaf Access Services will once again be participating in DAW along with 12 other organizations! The goal of DAW is to educate the public about Deaf Culture, Language, and Heritage as well as celebrating each other.
You will also find many who are Hard of Hearing and looking for local resources geared towards the D/deaf and Hard of Hearing communities at this event as well.
This very informative event is a great way to get to know not only about the Deaf Culture but also expose more of the sub-cultures, such as Hard of Hearing, Late- Deafened, and Deaf-Blind.
So come on out and learn something new!
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To Register for this event please go to Pinot's Palette
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Toronto Trip
Saturday,
October 22, 2016
(Rain or Shine)
DAS
will be hosting its 1st EVER trip to Toronto, ON!
You have 3 ways to register:
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Happy Columbus!
Monday October 10, 2016, we will be observing Columbus Day.
Regular business hours, 9:00am - 4:00pm, will resume on Tuesday, October 11, 2016.
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Job Opportunities at DAS!
We are still hiring for the following positions:
- Job Coach
- Supervisor, Inerpreting Services
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- Community Education Coordinator
- Sign Language Teachers (preferably, daytime hours)
To apply please click Career Opportunities
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Deaf Male Actors Wanted! FINAL CALL!
Niagara University Theater Department is currently seeking 2 Deaf Male Actors for their 2016-2017 production of Susan Zedar's "Mother Hicks."
Males must be between the ages 18 to 33 who use ASL.
If you are interested OR know of any young deaf male who would be interested, please share this with them.
Open Auditions will be held in October or November.
Rehearsals will begin early February of 2017 and will run 6 evenings a week. The play will run mid to late March of 2017.
Please see the following dates:
- March 20, 21, 22 - Tech Week (dress rehearsals, practiced performances and more)
- March 23, 24, 25 & 27 - Public Performances
- March 25 & 26 - Afternoon Matinee (performances)
- March 23, 24, & 27 - 10 am Morning (School) Performances
Interpreters will be provided for the rehearsals and show productions.
**Please mention you heard via DAS INSIDER. Thank You**
For more information, please contact:
Steven Braddock: [email protected]
Director of Theatre
(716) 286-8329
Department of Theatre & Fine Arts
Niagara University
P.O. Box 1913
Niagara University, NY 14109
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Looking to become an Independent Contract Interpreter?
DAS is currently conducting
Interpreter Assessments
For an Assessment appointment, please contact:
Already a Certified Interpreter? Please contact:
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Video Remote Interpreting (VRI)
Can be used by:
Legal, Law Enforcement and Medical Professionals to communicate easier with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals
For more information please contact:
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All proceeds go towards our Support Services programs.
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Thank you for your ongoing support, business and loyalty!
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Sincerely,
Community Relations
Deaf Access Services |
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