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
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.
Guiding Principles
Innovation
Community
Collaboration
Respect
Upcoming Events
Tue, Sep 26ZoomSep 26, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM CDTZoomRegister now for this upcoming Zoom presentation by ASTra Program Coordinator Jenn Zysset and a panel of parent guides.
Sat, Oct 07Kearney Fire StationOct 07, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMKearney Fire Station, 2211 Avenue A, Kearney, NE 68847, USAJoin Nebraska Hands & Voices as we learn about fire safety and celebrate our fall bash!
Sat, Oct 14Scottsbluff Fire StationOct 14, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PMScottsbluff Fire Station, 1818 Ave A, Scottsbluff, NE 69361, USAJoin Nebraska Hands & Voices as we learn about fire safety and celebrate our fall bash!
Sat, Oct 21Columbus Fire StationOct 21, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMColumbus Fire Station, 4630 Howard Blvd, Columbus, NE 68601, USAJoin Nebraska Hands and Voices as we learn about fire safety and celebrate our fall bash!
Previous Events
Q: If you could go back to you when your child was newly diagnosed, what is one thing you would tell the past you?
A: "She will do amazing. This won't hold her back in any way. And you are not alone; there are other parents out there that get it, and you will meet them."
Nebraska
Hands & Voices is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization
Address
P.O. Box 241229
Omaha, NE 68124