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4. Choose “Always translate [language]”.

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1. Abre el correo.

2. Busca la barra de traducción debajo del asunto.

3. Haz clic en los tres puntos.

4. Selecciona "Traducir siempre [idioma]". Luego, Gmail traducirá automáticamente los correos electrónicos a su idioma predeterminado.

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CA H&V Newsletter

Dear California Hands & Voices Community


As we celebrate graduations and end-of-school milestones, all of us at California Hands & Voices pause to recognize the resilience, growth, and accomplishments of our children and families—and the dedicated professionals who walk alongside them each day. These moments represent so much more than milestones; they reflect persistence, advocacy, and the many small steps that lead to meaningful progress.


If you are not already an annual member, we warmly invite you to join prior to May 12th to receive the next edition of the Hands & Voices newspaper— three printed issues and one digital edition each year.

We hope this summer gives you the opportunity to slow down, embrace moments of joy, and spend meaningful time with the people who matter most. It’s also a chance to reflect on how far your child has come and to express appreciation for the many individuals who have supported and encouraged your family along the way.


Our community is stronger because of you, and we are grateful to be part of your journey. We hope to stay connected—whether that’s at an upcoming California Hands & Voices event, on our Facebook group, or in our inbox. If there’s any way we can support you, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re here for you.

💙 With gratitude,

California Hands & Voices

🚨 Fundraiser Alert: Northern California Family Camp

As we prepare for Big Day of Giving on May 7, we invite you to support our Northern California Family Camp. Our camps are unfunded, and donations bridge the gap between what families pay and the true cost of camp— Family Camp is more than a weekend—it’s a place of connection, support, and belonging.

👉 Give anytime: Big Day of Giving Every donation truly makes a difference.



To register for Northern California Family Camp visit our website

CA H&V Community Calendar

California Hands & Voices has launched a Community Calendar to help you easily discover events and opportunities happening across your local area. See what’s coming up

Free events can be submitted by anyone. For events with a fee, we ask that submissions come from the hosting organization and that they are an annual organizational member ($50/year). This helps us sustain and grow this resource for the community. Join CA H&V anytime! Submit an event here

💛 Don’t see a resource that fits your family’s needs? We’re always happy to help!

Upcoming California Hands & Voices In-Person Events

Scroll down for flyers for visit website or Facebook

Spring Garden Party – This Weekend - Hesperia

Families celebrate spring by planting flowers and plants

RSVP: ajones@cahandsandvoices.org



DHH Library Storytime - San Diego
May 16, 2026 – FB

9:30–10:30 AM | Pacific Highlands Ranch Library


 Mom’s Night Out! - Irvine

May 16 - Save the Date

More details coming soon—we can’t wait to share.

Northern California Family Camp

Labor Day Weekend
September 4–6, 2026 – Camp Ross Relles

Registration required

Registration required for 2026 virtual series
 Only one Zoom registration is needed for the Parent Series—simply select all sessions you plan to join.



Parents and youth are invited to attend

Special Guest: Department of Rehabilitation (DOR)
May 11, 2026 – Virtual 6:00 PM

Preparing for Transition After High School Starts Early
June 8, 2026 – Virtual 6:00 PM

College Student Panel: Real-Life Conversations to Help Your Child Prepare
June 22, 2026 – Virtual 6:00–7:30 PM

Early Childhood Transitions: IFSP to IEP & Kindergarten
July 13, 2026 – Virtual 6:00 PM

Ready, Set, IEP Prep: Tips for Before, During, and After Meetings
August 11, 2026 – Virtual 6:00 PM

Comparing 504 Plans and IEPs: Understanding the Differences
September 14, 2026 – Virtual 6:00 PM

Behavior Strategies for Home & School
October 13, 2026 – Virtual

Parent Panel: Real Stories from Families
November 9, 2026 – Virtual 6:00 PM

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Upcoming CARES CPRC Virtual Training 

Register here / Regístrese hoy

Understanding the Signs of Autism (English)

May 14 – 10:00–11:00 AM

Capacitación en comportamiento positivo (Spanish)

May 20 - 6:00–7:00 PM

Criando a un niño con TDAH (Español)

May 28 – 10:00–11:00 AM

Comprensión de los signos y síntomas del autismo en bebés (Español)

June 11 – 10:00–11:00 AM

Promoting Inclusion through Positive Intervention and Support (English)

June 25 – 6:00–7:00 PM

Reframing Challenging Behaviors (English)

July 9 – 10:00–11:00 AM

Parenting a Child with ADHD (English)

July 23 – 6:00–7:00 PM

Replantear comportamientos desafiantes: Voltear la situación (Español)

August 13 – 10:00–11:00 AM

Redacción de objetivos SMART del IEP (Español)

August 19 – 10:00–11:00 AM

Becoming My Child’s Most Effective Advocate! (English)

August 27 – 6:00–7:00 PM

Hands & Voices Latino Council Forum - registro 
Foros totalmente en ESPAÑOL para Padres. Forums entirely in SPANISH for Parents


May 19th: Small Changes, Big Achievements

6:00 PM MT, Adjust your time zone accordingly


19 de mayo: Pequenos Cambios, Grandes Logros

6:00 PM MT, Ajuste su horario de acuerdo con la zona geográfica donde usted vive

Join our quarterly Community Forum meetings

Únase a nuestras reuniones trimestrales del Foro de la Comunidad:

ESPAÑOL 
ENGLISH

This Month’s Toolbox Highlights


LEAD-K Family Services
CA EHDI empowering families with Deaf and Hard of Hearing children through California's Early Start, Family Deaf Coaches and Parent Mentors. Website

SB 2010 Language Milestones. Supporting families in tracking language development from birth to age five, helping ensure children are making meaningful progress. Website

Hearing First

Empowering Listening and Spoken Language families with resources, tools, and guidance to support strong communication development. Website

☀️ Summer Camps for Children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing

Summer camps offer meaningful opportunities for connection, confidence, and fun. Being around DHH peers and role models can help children build communication skills, friendships, and a strong sense of identity in a supportive environment.

Explore these nationwide options:

• Supporting Success for Children with Hearing Loss
• Clerc Center
• Gallaudet University Youth Programs
• RIT Youth Programs (including Fresno, CA)

CA H&V Event Flyers

🌟 Invite a Family or a Friend—Expand the Reach of California Hands & Voices

Invite your friends, family, and colleagues to become members—or refer a family who could benefit from Family Engagement Events, Parent-to-Parent Support, or Educational Advocacy. Together, we can expand our reach and support even more families across California—regardless of language, communication tools, or educational approaches.

💙 We are here for you, every step of the way!

ASTra is a program within Hands & Voices that offers guidance and resources related to special education law, IEP development, and other educational support.

Request 1:1 Support in CA

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O.U.R. Children's Safety Project

Dedicated to promoting the safety and well-being of children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing including signs of abuse and neglect.

website

FL3 offers support in areas such as family-to-family connections, language, literacy and social development, and practical Parent Tip Sheets.


website

H&V Projects & Programs

H&V HQ has a multitude of methods and platforms to provide support to families through our programs, projects, and communities. 

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Off to a Great Start

Resources like “8 Reasons to Say YES to Early Intervention,” “5 Reasons to Say YES to Assessments,” parent tip sheets, developmental milestone checklists, and guidance for creating a plan tailored to your child’s needs.


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Virtual Waiting Room

This resource provides guidance for families after a hearing screening referral, a parent guide on audiology and telehealth, tips.

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💙 Support California Hands & Voices

Together, we create meaningful connections, resources, and joy for families raising children who are 
Deaf or Hard of Hearing across California.

Your donation—one-time, monthly, or yearly—helps us continue this vital work.

Give securely with PayPal

or visit the Donate tab on our website here for Zelle or check options.

Your generosity makes a lasting impact. Thank you 💙