TEEN OPPORTUNITY FAIR

Join CHS and the Chicago Park District on Saturday, March 22, from 10 am - 2 pm at the Brighton Park Community Campus for a FREE Opportunity Fair. Discover educational and vocational opportunities while gaining job readiness skills. Registration is requested.



Questions? Call 773.796.3525.

FREE TAX PREPARATION

CHS and Ladder Up invite you to Truman College for complimentary tax filing assistance. ASL interpreters will be available on February 27, March 6, and March 13.

To verify income eligibility and obtain a list of required documents, please contact CHSCOA@anixter.org.

CHS YOUTH POP-UP SIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES

Teaching hearing children American Sign Language (ASL) offers several benefits, including:

1. Enhanced Communication Skills – ASL helps children express themselves, improving both verbal and nonverbal communication.
2. Cognitive Development – Learning a second language, including a visual one like ASL, strengthens memory, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.
3. Earlier Language Acquisition – Babies and young children can use ASL before they develop spoken language, reducing frustration and improving early communication.
4. Career Opportunities – ASL proficiency can lead to careers in interpreting, education, healthcare, and advocacy.
5. Stronger Social Connections – ASL allows children to communicate with Deaf peers and others who use sign language, broadening their social networks.

Learning ASL provides lifelong advantages, making communication more accessible and inclusive for all!

CHS's classes are geared toward elementary and middle school students and will be held ONLINE using Zoom. All levels welcome! 

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CHS ADULT SIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES

Have you always wanted to learn American Sign Language (ASL) or refine your signing skills? CHS offers sign language classes both in person and through Zoom. We offer Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced level classes for adults. All of our classes are taught by Deaf instructors. There will be no voice/no audio used during classes. Our content focuses on grammar and structure of ASL as well as Deaf Culture and lived experiences of Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing people.

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Custom Classes:

CHS offers classes for companies and organizations. We make sure that we also adjust our curriculum based on your need. For example, we can add banking signs, residential living signs, medical signs, etc. Contact us to discuss your specific needs.

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Tutoring/Specialized Instruction:

Looking for a more personalized learning experience? If group classes aren’t the right fit, contact us at CHSLearn@anixter.org to explore our specialized classes and tutoring options.

CHS WORKSHOPS!

Learn How to Work as a

Co-Navigator and Interpreter for DeafBlind Consumers

CHS is hosting two workshops designed for professionals interested in working with DeafBlind consumers. These sessions will introduce participants to both Tactile and Pro-Tactile communication methods and explore the art of Co-Navigation through practical, hands-on exercises.

Workshop Details:

• April 4: Exclusively for interpreters (both hearing and Deaf).
• April 5: Open to both interpreters and non-interpreters, with a special welcome to members of the Deaf Community.

Both workshops will offer CEUs. Registration details will be announced soon. For more information, please contact CHSDB@anixter.org.

DEAF YOUTH NEED YOU!

Unfortunately, there are many Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing youth in foster care in Illinois and a shortage of foster families who are willing to take on DDBHH youth, especially if they have additional medical needs. These youth may end up in group homes or with families that provide minimal access to language and support. They need you!

Join CHS and Let It Be Us on Thursday, March 6th, from 7:00-8:30pm for a webinar all about how to become a specialized foster parent in Illinois.

The event will have ASL interpreters and real-time captioning.

Help us find homes and supports for our Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing youth in care!

Register Now!

RED CARDS

Red Cards available at CHS. These cards are a valuable resource for anyone who wants to know their rights but may feel uncomfortable communicating directly with ICE officers. Red Cards available in English and Spanish. Grab a card today in the CHS lobby or contact CHS staff to send you information.



Contact: CHSCOA@anixter.org.

BLANKETS!

CHS teamed up with Creme School for a successful Blanket Drive! Thanks to the generosity of our community, we collected a wonderful assortment of cozy and soft blankets, including couch throws, baby blankets, children's blankets, and adult-sized blankets. We are excited to offer these blankets for free to anyone in the Deaf community who is in need. If you're interested, please stop by and pick up a blanket before they run out!

CHS INTERPRETING AND CAPTIONING SERVICES

The law requires businesses and agencies to make certain accommodations to provide Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing people an equal opportunity to participate in services offered to the public.

CHS helps you locate and employ qualified and licensed sign language interpreters, certified deaf interpreters and real-time caption services.

Learn more about CHS's services by contacting CHSInterp@anixter.org.

CHS AUDIOLOGY CLINIC

Not only does CHS offer full-service options such as hearing evaluations, testing, and amplification consultation, but we offer:

• Hearing aid cleaning and check-ups
• Programming adjustments
• Hearing aid repairs
• Tubing changes
• Wax traps, domes, batteries, and supplies

To schedule an appointment, place an order, schedule a pick-up or request drop-off or mail order instructions, contact us at CHSAudiology@anixter.org.