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April 2025
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Join us for our upcoming 

Board Game Socials! 

Watertown & Lawrence


Image description for Watertown: A flyer for a "Board Game Social" event hosted by DEAF, Inc. It features colorful illustrations of people enjoying games. The event offers different games, including Bingo, with snacks and drinks provided. All are welcome. The location is 50 Hunt St, Suite 200, Watertown, MA, on Saturdays from 12 pm to 4 pm EST. Dates are April 5, 2025 and June 7, 2025. For more information or accommodations, contact hello@deafincma.org or call (617)-505-4823.
Directions to Watertown

 
Image description for Lawrence: A flyer for a "Board Game Social" event hosted by DEAF, Inc. It features colorful illustrations of people enjoying games and Bingo. The event offers various games with snacks and drinks provided. All are welcome. The location is 370 Merrimack St, Suite 205, Lawrence, MA, on Saturdays from 12 pm to 4 pm EST. Dates are April 5, 2025 and June 7, 2025. For more information or accommodations, contact hello@deafincma.org or call (617)-505-4823.
Directions to Lawrence

Massachusetts DeafBlind Awareness Day
Watch vlog here
transcript

DeafBlind Awareness Day

Wednesday, April 9, 2025


930a - 12p (Program)

12p - 130p (Legislator visits)


Massachusetts State House

The Great Hall

24 Beacon Street

Boston, MA
White DEAF, Inc. DBCAN Logo top left with blue background : cut out paper of people gathering around the word 'Forum'. Below reads, DBCAN Community Forum placed on the top center. Below: Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025; Time: 1pm-3pm Location: Watertown Free Public Library, 123 Main St., Watertown, MA Image on the right shows hands of people from different cultural backgrounds compiling on hands forging a community bond.
Contact DBCAN
Money management class. Wednesdays 6pm-8pm. Starting April 16 for 10 weeks. Taught in ASL by Deaf Instructor. Zoom. Free for DEAF, Inc. Consumers Reg by April 11 Questions hello@deafincma.org 617-505-4823 Register at: https://bit.ly/ASLMoneyClass


Money Management
Register Now

https://bit.ly/ASLMoneyClass
THE 7 WONDERS OF ASL underneath, April 12, 2025 8 am - 6 pm; top right corner: blue DEAF, Inc. logo “Join us for a transformative day of immersive ASL learning! With seven interactive workshops, hands-on activities, and "The 7 Wonders of ASL" event poster.

Looking to sharpen your ASL skills?


The Seven Wonders of ASL

with special guest -

       Jeremy Lee Stone


Saturday, April 12, 2025

8am-6pm

https://bit.ly/4lbRtb1
Register Now

Spring 2025

ASL Class


Registration 

Now Open
Register Now
ASL courses registration open, Spring 2025. QR code and link https://bit.ly/3XI7zz3
The DBCAN BBQ Flyer features a light blue background with the DBCAN logo prominently displayed at the top center. On the right side of the flyer, three captivating images showcase the essence of the event. The first image offers a bird's-eye perspective of a group of people seated around a table, engaged in lively conversation and enjoying a meal, creating a sense of camaraderie and celebration. The second image captures a smaller group gathered around a table outdoors, bathed in the warm glow of a sunset, the golden light painting the sky in stunning hues as they enjoy each other's company. The third image shifts to the evening, showcasing a close-knit family sitting on the ground, surrounded by strings of fairy lights adorning the trees, creating a cozy and magical ambiance. This imagery portrays a sense of community, connection, and joyous moments enjoyed together, all within the inviting backdrop of the flyer's design.



DBCAN BBQ 

June 7, 2025
Contact DBCAN

Hard of Hearing & Late Deafened Blog

Aging & Hearing Loss
Image description: Liz Olson, Advocate, a white woman with medium-length dirty blonde hair, wearing glasses and a beige shirt, smiling.

Liz Olson

Advocate

As we get older so do our ears.  Presbycusis is the most common type of age-related hearing loss. Tiny hair cells found deep in the ear don't work as well anymore. Hair cells stop sending sound information to our brain. It becomes harder to hear. 


Hearing loss can be emotional and frustrating.  You may not enjoy going out or going to social gatherings. You may miss parts of conversation. Concerts and movies are not fun anymore.  Restaurants and noisy places are hard to hear in. Many people have hearing loss as they get older. 


Hearing aids are one option. Learn about new technology, new options, and tips for living with hearing loss. 


You are not alone. We are here to help.

Trauma-related stress & alcohol use
DeafYes, Ctr for Deaf Empowerment and Recovery UMass Chan Medical School. In the past month, have you experienced trauma-related stress and alcohol use? If yes, this study maybe right for you. Interested contact: signsofsafety@umassmed.edu
Email: Signs of Safety

National Association of the Deaf NADmag in ASL

Winter 2025
Read NADmag Here
NADmag Winter 2025 volume 25. Blue background, NADmag at the top left. Below are eight rectangular boxes each with person inside pictured signing. Text over reads ASL & English.

Emergency Preparedness

Build a "Go Kit"
Click for transcript
Watch here
Image of three clipboards side by side. Left clipboard is blue, Middle is green, Right is red, all on black background. Text over: Be prepared for an emergency.

Individual and Family Preparedness


Yourself

Family

Pets

Your Money

Community


FEMA Webinar 

Open captioned & ASL interpreted
Watch here

Did you miss these announcements?

If you plan to fly

after May 7, 2025


You need a REAL ID.
Plane with a photo ID crossed out in in black and below it, a plane with a photo ID with REAL ID logo on it with a huge black checkmark

 Southeast - Cape Cod 55+ Deaf Social 

April 2025
Southeast-Cape Cod 55+ Deaf Social at Bourne COA: 2nd Friday of Month, Feb-April 2025, 10a-2p 239 Main St, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532 Friday, Feb 14, March 14, April 11. Bring your lunch. COA provides coffee and tea. Social Coordinator Pauline Raiche

Southeast - Cape Cod 

55+ Deaf Social


 April 11, 2025

11am - 2pm


Bourne COA

239 Main St

Buzzards Bay, MA

 

Southeast - Cape Cod 55+ Deaf Social 

May-Sept 2025
Southeast-Cape Cod 55+ Deaf Social-Buzzards Bay Park at the canal 1st Wed of the month. May-Sept 2025, 10am-2pm. 90 Main Street, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532 Mark your calendars. Wed May 7, June 4, July 2, Aug 6, Sept 3. Social Coordinator Pauline Raiche

 

Southeast - Cape Cod 

55+ Deaf Social


Wednesdays

May 7

June 4

July 2

August 6

September 3


 Buzzards Bay Park 

90 Main St, Buzzards Bay

10am - 2pm


 

We are hiring!
A blue background flyer with a strip of a darker blue at the center. At the very top is the DEAF, Inc. logo with the title, “WE ARE HIRING: DBCAN Provider (Signing). There is a yellow box on the left with job requirements, two the right a dark blue box with job description, and a lighter blue box with benefits. Visit the link to learn more about the position and apply online at www.deafincma.org/jobs
Apply DBCAN Provider Signing
A blue background flyer with a strip of a darker blue at the center. At the very top is the DEAF, Inc. logo with the title, “WE ARE HIRING: DBCAN Provider (Spoken English). There is a yellow box on the left with job requirements, two the right a dark blue box with job description, and a lighter blue box with benefits. Visit the link to learn more about the position and apply online at www.deafincma.org/jobs
Apply DBCAN Provider Spoken English
White DEAF, Inc. logo on top left of header w/blue background and Job Posting in black letters on light blue background on the top right of the header On cobalt blue background w/yellow letters, “Local ASL Instructors” In white letters below: Are you in Eastern Massachusetts? Are you teaching ASL? We are seeking ASL Instructors who are LOCAL! Duties include: Providing ASL instruction in person at DEAF, Inc. offices or offsite Report to supervisor with concerns or issues from within classes Qualifications: -Native or near native ASL signer -2 years teaching experience -Familiar with ASL curriculums (True+Way ASL) -Knowledgeable about Deaf culture -Have your own equipment and working knowledge of technology -Knowledgeable about working with learners from diverse educational, cultural and language backgrounds preferred
Apply ASL Instructor

DEAF, Inc. Executive Director Darian Gambrell stands in front of a grey background wearing a light blue shirt and dark blue cardigan

Click to watch the video
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DEAF, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) agency funded through government contracts, private funding and donations. This material was developed with support from: MA Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Association for the Relief of Aged Women of New Bedford, Boston Evening Clinic, Bushrod Campbell, City of Boston’s Age Strong Commission, City of Boston’s Office of Jobs and Community Development Block Grant, Commonwealth Care Alliance, Executive Office of Elder Affairs, Liberty Mutual, Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission – Title VII Part B, Sanofi Genzyme