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Tennessee Hands & Voices TN Hands & Voices is one of over 44 statewide chapters comprised mainly of parents along with professionals.

TN Hands & Voices is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to supporting families & their children who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well as professionals who serve them, without a bias around communication modes or methodology. We are a parent-driven non-profit organization dedicated to supporting families of children who are deaf or hard of hearing. We are unbiased towards communication modes and methods and believe families can make the best choices for their child if they have access to good information and support. Our diverse membership includes those who are deaf and hard of hearing and their families who communicate manually and/or orally. From American Sign Language to cochlear implants and everything in between, our organization represents people from all different approaches to, and experiences with, deafness or hearing loss. We exist to help our children reach their highest potential.

Registration is open for the next Hands & Voices ASTra webinar on November 17th about the power of documentation.
10/27/2026

Registration is open for the next Hands & Voices ASTra webinar on November 17th about the power of documentation.

Don't miss out... register today!
NEW! ASTra Webinar Coming Soon: From Parent Records to Student Voice: The Power of Documentation
📅 November 17th, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM–12:00 PM MT (adjust to your time zone)
🎙️ Presenter: Janel Frost
For more information and to register: https://handsandvoices.org/astra/webinars/
Description: This presentation highlights the critical role of clear, consistent documentation as the foundation of effective support and advocacy. Attendees will learn practical strategies for writing basic emails, tracking notes, and documenting medical and educational interactions, while also supporting parents in building strong documentation habits. The session explores how these skills can be transferred to students, empowering them to become confident self-advocates in school, post-secondary settings, and the workplace. Participants will leave with actionable tools to strengthen advocacy efforts and improve outcomes for students and families.

Join us for a discounted rate at Fender’s Farm! Families oi Children who are dDeaf and Community Members, Join us on the...
10/16/2026

Join us for a discounted rate at Fender’s Farm! Families oi Children who are dDeaf and Community Members, Join us on the arm ior community and connection
Cost: $12 per person (ages 0-3 free)
Please prepay or arrive by 12:45 pm to pay with cash! For more information or to prepay, contact Kodi Ogle

email: [email protected]

We’re just over a month out from this event! Get some mom self-care before the craziness of the holidays! Moms’ Day Out ...
10/10/2026

We’re just over a month out from this event! Get some mom self-care before the craziness of the holidays!
Moms’ Day Out is in Knoxville this year, and will be full of learning, laughter, and connection with other moms that just “get it.” If you’re on the fence about coming, please do! You are wanted and needed!

Don’t forget to fill out the registration information for Mom’s Day Out! If you plan on coming, let us know so we can have enough goodies, supplies, and food for everyone!

Event Timing: November 13th 6:00-9:00 PM ; November 14th 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Event Address: Hilton Knoxville Conference Room: 501 W Church Ave, Knoxville 37902 Contact us at [email protected]

10/07/2026

Ready for the O.U.R. Project season to begin? Join us for the Oct 13, 2026 kickoff! Register at https://www.handsandvoices.org/registrations/our/index.html or at the QR code below. We welcome representatives from family organizations and professionals interested in promoting safety for deaf/hard of hearing kids - and all children! There is so much we can do. It starts with awareness. Let's build a culture of safety together!

Not a Hands & Voices event, but a resource we wanted to share from College of Health and Human Services at Fresno State:...
10/02/2026

Not a Hands & Voices event, but a resource we wanted to share from College of Health and Human Services at Fresno State:

This amazing Silent Garden Lecture next February will have a complete different set of speakers and we will share more ideas, thoughts and insights into classroom interpreting.

Pre-register here: http://bit.ly/SilentGarden2027PreReg

It’s here! The weekend where Tennessee moms of DHH+ children can drop their shoulders, and gather together to connect, l...
10/01/2026

It’s here! The weekend where Tennessee moms of DHH+ children can drop their shoulders, and gather together to connect, learn, and leave feeling supported and empowered. Mom’s Day Out 2026 is open for registration! There is an optional activity Friday night, and a full day of food, learning, pampering, and activities on Saturday. It is at the beautiful Hilton Knoxville Hotel in the heart of Downtown Knoxville. $25 covers meals, gift bags, shirts, and more! (Scholarships available if needed.) Please come, and take a day off with us. We’re looking forward to seeing you! Space is limited to 25 people, so sign up now, before your holiday months fill up!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJcahBC9APuIPUUV66w4ez8YdxQzTn4cIPeYg_p_Fxw_dncg/viewform

It’s Monday! That means we try to share a small bit of information with you about something to do with your DHH+ child. ...
09/28/2026

It’s Monday! That means we try to share a small bit of information with you about something to do with your DHH+ child. Our goal is to empower you one piece of information at a time. This came to my attention this week, so I thought I’d share.

One Real Life Application: The doctor’s office cannot bill you for requesting an interpreter or captions. They can write it off on their taxes though!

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This is a great list of authors who are DHH from Texas Hands & Voices.
09/14/2026

This is a great list of authors who are DHH from Texas Hands & Voices.

September is DHH Awareness month!

We never pass up an opportunity to share these book and author lists - Representation matters on the journey in literacy and life! Help your child build awareness, identity, and confidence.

Books with authors who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) -
https://zurl.co/4Wv9q

Books with characters who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH)-
https://zurl.co/cMg3C

ASL Storytelling book videos (voiced, signed, & captioned) from Statewide Outreach Center at Texas School for the Deaf
https://zurl.co/SN16l

(Remember to preview books and videos to align with your family's needs)

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The Hands & Voices Advocacy Support & Training (ASTra) Webinar Series begins September 29th.
08/20/2026

The Hands & Voices Advocacy Support & Training (ASTra) Webinar Series begins September 29th.

The Hands & Voices ASTra Webinar Series is back—and this is a lineup you won’t want to miss --
The ASTra Webinar Series is packed with practical, powerful learning opportunities for anyone supporting deaf and hard of hearing children and their families.
From educational audiology and documentation to learning at home, comprehensive assessments, and preparing for life after high school, these sessions are designed to give you knowledge you can use and tools you can put into action.

https://handsandvoices.org/astra/webinars/

Mark your calendars:
SEPTEMBER 29: The Role of the Educational Audiologist
NOVEMBER 17: From Parent Records to Student Voice: The Power of Documentation
JANUARY 19: Tricks, Tips and Tools for Helping You Learn with Your Child at Home
APRIL 27: Seeing the Whole Child: Comprehensive Assessments for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students
JUNE 15: Essential Strategies for Post-Secondary Education Preparation

Register now and make ASTra part of your advocacy toolkit this year. https://handsandvoices.org/astra/webinars/

We’re sharing LSDHH Virtual Story Time.
06/17/2026

We’re sharing LSDHH Virtual Story Time.

Join Us for a Virtual Story Time!

Dive into the colorful world of The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister during our next Virtual Story Time in American Sign Language & Spoken English!

This fun and interactive story celebrates friendship, kindness, and sharing. Families, children, and caregivers are invited to join us online for an engaging story experience presented in both American Sign Language (ASL) and Spoken English.

When: July 8, 2026
Time: 10:00–10:30 AM (Central Time Zone)
Location: Zoom - Online

Simply scan the QR code on the flyer or use the registration link to join us: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/-MjYYlckTTycheLHz_igAg #/registration

We look forward to sharing this beloved story with you!

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