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
Sat, May 04Children's Nebraska Solarium, 2nd FloorMay 04, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMChildren's Nebraska Solarium, 2nd Floor, 8200 Dodge St, Omaha, NE 68114, USAJoin Children's Omaha's Cochlear Implant Program for this exciting opportunity to learn and connect with current CI patients and prospective candidates.
RSVP ClosedSat, Feb 03Best Western Inn and SuitesFeb 03, 2024, 1:00 PM – Feb 04, 2024, 12:00 PMBest Western Inn and Suites, 2201 Wildcat Cir, Lincoln, NE 68521, USAA chance for moms and primary caregivers to learn, bond, relax, and have some fun!
Fri, Jan 26Camp ComecaJan 26, 2024, 12:00 AM – Jan 28, 2024, 11:59 PMCamp Comeca, 75670 County Rd 417, Cozad, NE 69130, USAWeekend to Sign event for the whole family!
Tue, Jan 23ZoomJan 23, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM CSTZoomRegister now for this upcoming Zoom presentation by ASTra Program Coordinator Jenn Zysset and Jessica Hoss.
Tue, Jan 09ZoomJan 09, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM MSTZoomRegister now for this upcoming webinar sponsored by the Hands & Voices Family Leadership in Language and Learning (FL3) Center
Fri, Dec 29Virtual 5KDec 29, 2023, 12:00 AM MST – Jan 01, 2024, 12:00 AM MSTVirtual 5KRun. Walk. Bike. Hike. Roll. Crawl. Whatever your mode, join us to say, "Later Gator" to 2023 so we can "Croc On" in 2024! All virtual 5K registrants will receive a race t-shirt, and the first 500 registrants will receive a custom finisher's medal.
Tue, Dec 19ZoomDec 19, 2023, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM CSTZoomRegister now for this upcoming Zoom presentation! Presenter Andrea Marwah
Tue, Nov 21ZoomNov 21, 2023, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM CSTZoomRegister now for this upcoming Zoom presentation by Educational Interpreter Roxie Petersen.
Tue, Oct 24ZoomOct 24, 2023, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM CDTZoomRegister now for this upcoming Zoom presentation by ASTra Program Coordinator Jenn Zysset and Guide By Your Side Coordinator Shelli Janning.
Sat, Oct 21Bellevue Berry Farm in The PavillionOct 21, 2023, 10:45 AM – 1:30 PMBellevue Berry Farm in The Pavillion, 11002 S 48th St, Papillion, NE 68133, USAJoin us as we bring together Nebraska CMV parents for food, crafts, pumpkins, and fellowship in our first annual autumn party!
Sat, Oct 21Columbus Fire StationOct 21, 2023, 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!
Sat, Oct 14Scottsbluff Fire StationOct 14, 2023, 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 07Kearney Fire StationOct 07, 2023, 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!
Tue, Sep 26ZoomSep 26, 2023, 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, Jul 29Mallet LodgeJul 29, 2023, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PMMallet Lodge, 14421 346th St, Louisville, NE 68037, USAJoin Nebraska Association of the Deaf for Sign Camp!
Tue, Jun 13ZoomJun 13, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CDTZoomRegister now for this upcoming webinar by H&V O.U.R. Children’s Safety Project
Fri, May 05Covenant CedarsMay 05, 2023, 8:00 AM – May 07, 2023, 1:00 PMCovenant Cedars, 2909 N W Rd, Hordville, NE 68846, USAJoin Nebraska Regional Program for the first ever overnight family camp!
Thu, Apr 06ZoomApr 06, 2023, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CDTZoomRegister now for this upcoming webinar sponsored by the Hands & Voices Family Leadership in Language and Learning (FL3) Center
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: "That with appropriate guidance and support everything will be ok and that there are some moments that will make you soo grateful for the community you have!"
Nebraska
Hands & Voices is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization
Address
P.O. Box 241229
Omaha, NE 68124