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Hello there

We are the Nebraska Chapter of the National Hands & Voices™ organization. Hands & Voices is a parent-driven organization dedicated to supporting families that have children who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing without a bias toward communication modes or methodologies. We want to provide Nebraska families with the necessary resources, networking, and information in order to improve communication access and educational outcomes for their children. Our statewide activities, advocacy efforts, and parent/professional collaboration are all focused on enabling our deaf and hard-of-hearing children to reach their fullest potential!

“What works for your child is what makes the choice right.”

Who are we?

We support many different types of communication modes:

Auditory Verbal  Auditory Oral • Cued Speech • American Sign Language 

 Signed English • Simultaneous Communication • Total Communication

We are families with children who have all types of hearing loss

We are deaf and hard-of-hearing adults

We are professionals

We are from every corner of the state of Nebraska

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We are united, because we are Hands & Voices

This H&V chapter and its website may publish articles or commentaries from authors presenting their own perspectives.  All contributed material is solely the viewpoint of the authors and may not reflect the viewpoint or indicate the sponsorship of Hands & Voices.  It is intended for informational purposes only.

Our organization is parent-driven, and highly collaborative with professionals and individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing represented on the advisory board. We work at local and national levels. We provide local and regional support consistent with Hands & Voices’ non-biased philosophy and mission. In addition to family support, we also strive to be involved at the systems development level.

Families within the same geographic region within the state can share experiences and information as they support each other. They will be given the opportunity to gain knowledge and direction from families who have faced the same challenges and choices.

Our membership includes families who communicate manually and/or orally. From American Sign Language to cochlear implants, our organization represents people from all different approaches to, and experiences with deafness or hearing loss.

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Guiding Principles

Innovation

Community

Collaboration

Respect

Upcoming Events

  • Hands and Voices Fall Bash Event
    Hands and Voices Fall Bash Event
    Sat, Oct 05
    Helgoths Pumpkin Patch
    Oct 05, 2024, 10:10 AM – 1:00 PM
    Helgoths Pumpkin Patch, 121 Eagle Rd, St Libory, NE 68872, USA
    We are excited to be able to get together with other families. This is a great opportunity to meet other families who have a child who is Deaf or hard of hearing.
  • *Save the Date* Autumn Blaze
    *Save the Date* Autumn Blaze
    Sat, Oct 12
    Nebraska Outdoor Ministries
    Oct 12, 2024, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Nebraska Outdoor Ministries, 27416 Ranch Rd, Ashland, NE 68003, USA
    Nebraska Association of the Deaf and Nebraska Hands & Voices are partnering to bring you this fun autumn event! More info to come!
  • *Save the Date* NEAD Workshop & Parent Panel
    *Save the Date* NEAD Workshop & Parent Panel
    Sun, Nov 03
    Charles H Gere Branch Library
    Nov 03, 2024, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
    Charles H Gere Branch Library, 2400 S 56th St, Lincoln, NE 68506, USA
    Nebraska Association of the Deaf is hosting an informational workshop for parents of deaf and hard-of-hearing children, featuring a parent panel. More details coming soon!
  • Mom's Night Inn - Scottsbluff
    Mom's Night Inn - Scottsbluff
    Sat, Nov 09
    Fairfield Inn and Suites
    Nov 09, 2024, 1:00 PM – Nov 10, 2024, 12:00 PM
    Fairfield Inn and Suites, 902 Winter Creek Dr, Scottsbluff, NE 69361, USA
    A chance for moms and primary caregivers to learn, bond, relax, and have some fun!
  • Zoom meet-ups for families
    Zoom meet-ups for families
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Nov 19
    Zoom
    Nov 19, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM CST
    Zoom
    Experience the power of connecting with others!
  • Mom's Night Inn - Lincoln
    Mom's Night Inn - Lincoln
    Sat, Feb 01
    Best Western Inn and Suites
    Feb 01, 2025, 10:00 AM – Feb 02, 2025, 12:00 PM
    Best Western Inn and Suites, 2201 Wildcat Cir, Lincoln, NE 68521, USA
    A chance for moms and primary caregivers to learn, bond, relax, and have some fun!
  • Zoom meet-ups for families
    Zoom meet-ups for families
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Feb 08
    Zoom
    Feb 08, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM CST
    Zoom
    Experience the power of connecting with others!
  • Zoom meet-ups for families
    Zoom meet-ups for families
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, May 06
    Zoom
    May 06, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CDT
    Zoom
    Experience the power of connecting with others!

Previous Events

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Q: If you could go back to you when your child was newly diagnosed, what is one thing you would tell the past you?

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A: "If I could go back to newly diagnosed date, I would tell myself to take things in stride. I worried and stressed way too much. The diagnosis while dramatic at the time didn't define who she is nor did it limit her."

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Hands & Voices is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization

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P.O. Box 241229
Omaha, NE 68124

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