Image Description (ID) of the Email Banner above: Evening shot of the Union Station, from Wynkoop Street, there is the neon light sign that reads, "UNION STATION," and "TRAVEL by TRAIN," with an USA Flag waving next to the architecture. The photo has an opaque filter, and displays the Office Logo: Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, Denver Human Rights and Community Partnerships, at top right of the email banner. | |
ID of the "Table of Content" Banner above: The background, navy blue background with a red arch bottom through the banner. In the bottom, next to the text that reads, "4th of July 2024," there is a couple of American flags crossed. Top left-middle reads the Office's name, "Denver Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS):" And underneath the name, it has bullet points of what is being covered in this email issue, including, "You're Invited: SOTC 2024," "Latest Updates from DHHS," "NHL in ASL," "Holiday Closure Reminder," "Special Events' Newsletter," "CCD Resources." | |
You're invited to the 2024 State of the City!
*Interpreters and CART provided*
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston will soon deliver his inaugural State of the City Address. The 2024 State of the City will take place at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 22, 2024, at the historic Paramount Theater in Downtown Denver.
http://www.denvergov.org/stateofthecity
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Latest Updates from DHHS:
A recent ASL-Interpreted
Denver Government Press Conference:
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ID of the email header above: There is a screenshot of a non-binary interpreter present in the PiP (Picture-in-Picture) in the Denver Government Press Conference on June 24, 2024. Screenshot on June 24 was the Targeted Effort to Reduce Traffic Fatalities. At the bottom, it is the Call-to-Action message, "Watch the Presser below, on YouTube!" with two YouTube-like arrow logos. One is arrowing to left, one is arrowing down. | |
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Targeted Effort to Reduce Traffic Fatalities on June 24:
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Highlighted & Upcoming Events for DHHS! 📅 | |
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Denver Sheriff Department Language Access Committee Meeting, July 2
- DHHS is working hard to ensure Deaf and hard of hearing people have communication access within the Denver Jails.
Denver County Court New Employee Orientation Presentation, July 18;
- We look forward to our upcoming opportunity to internally train our City employees!
State of the City Event, Paramount Studio—interpret, July 22, 11 AM
- We, Denver DHHS, will be there to interpret the public address by Mayor Mike Johnston. Live captioning provided by Denver DHHS too.
ADA 34th Anniversary Celebration, Webb Building, July 25, 11:30- 1:30 PM, open to the public; DHHS will have a booth-stop in and see us!
- Address of Webb: 201 W. Colfax, Denver, CO 80202.
- Where in Webb: Atrium!
DHHS Message: We would love to see you at least one of these events, except for the Orientation Presentation (invite-only), please email us at DeafHHServices@denvergov.org for any questions.
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"NHL in ASL," did you catch and watch Noah there?!
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NHL in ASL featured by our very own!
Did you catch our Denver DHHS Program Coordinator on TV for "NHL in ASL," during the 2024 Stanley Cup Final? Yes way! Way to go, Noah! We are so proud of you. You are making History!!
We are also super grateful of Dallas and Mere's tremendous office support while Noah was away for the broadcasting opportunity. Go Denver DHHS Team!
Image Source: © NHL Photos
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We are closed on Thursday, July 4 in observance of the 4th of July Holiday.
We are also closed on the following dates in 2024:
- Monday, September 2 (Labor Day)
- Monday, November 11 (Veterans Day)
- Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving Day)
- Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day)
The Mayor’s Office, City Council offices, Clerk and Recorder’s Office, Auditor’s Office and most city agencies will be closed. Partner entities such as Denver Health will remain open as well as departments/agencies that operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, such as Denver International Airport emergency responders.
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Office of Special Events' Newsletter, give it a read!
You will be not missed!
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City and County of Denver (CCD) Resources:
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Film on the Red Rocks: For the 25th season, Film on the Rocks will be showing 5 movies this summer, all of which have Open Captions! Next one is on July 8!
Check it out here!
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EBike Voucher Program, next opportunity on 8/27: Are you a Denver resident? Are you wanting an E-Bike? Denver offers a limited number of E-Bike vouchers for Denver Residents- see what level of reimbursement you are eligible for! | |
Denvergov.org/YouthSummer: Check out this one-stop shop for all the services, programs and events for Denver youth to enjoy while school is out for summer! | |
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Summer Activities, under Denver Parks & Recreation.
Looking for some activities for you and your family this summer? Check out all the activities Parks and Rec has planned for us this summer!
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Agency for Human Rights and Community Partnerships (HRCP), under CCD, Highlighted Resource:
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If you are experiencing discrimination within the City and County of Denver and would like some help or file a complaint, contact Denver Anti-Discrimination Office. | |
More about Denver Office of
Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS)
VISION:
City and County of Denver government is a model of barrier-free access for Deaf and hard of hearing people.

Do you have questions about our office's vision or Denver Office of Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services? We would love to hear from you! Please email us at DeafHHServices@denvergov.org with your questions!
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Denver Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services is part of the Agency for Human Rights and Community Partnerships (HRCP). HRCP is the umbrella agency for one division, eight offices, and ten commissions. HRCP works to create lasting change for Denver's residents through advocacy, capacity building, partnerships, community engagement, and direct services. Inclusiveness is the cornerstone of our work. Every day we strive to give voices to the voiceless and to create a world-class city where everyone matters. Learn more about our offices, commissions, and programs and initiatives here.
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Below is the Denver DHHS Team Picture, from April 2024.
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