KCDHH Communicator, Connecting you to Current News Team Kentucky: Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, An Agency of the Education and Labor Cabinet
VOLUME 43, NO. 8
August 2025


Kentucky State Fair 2025


2025 Deaf Awareness Day at the Louisville Zoo
THIS SATURDAY, AUGUST 16th!

Join with other families for a fun outing to the Louisville Zoo!

Discounted tickets are available for friends and family members. Follow them on the Facebook event page for updates.

Note: ASL interpreters will be available for zookeeper talks throughout the day.

Questions? Email info@kyhandsandvoices.org


Reminder: Home Run for Hearing Loss with the Cincinnati Reds

Click above image to get tickets!


ASL Tutoring for KSD Families

Click above image to register!

Email: ASLTutoring@ksd.kyschools.us


"Cheers to the joy of your company and Christmas together…"

A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL

ASL interpretation provided on Saturday, November 22 at 1pm matinee performance!


Point Arc Adult Day Program Job Position

Contact Ashley Edwards if interested:
aedwards@thepointarc.org or 859-628-1338


Deaf Centered National Caregiver Training

Gallaudet University's Center for Continuing Education (CCE), in collaboration with the American Caregiver Association (ACA), is proud to announce that the Deaf Centered National Caregiver Training is now on a new platform, the Learning and Training Center (LTC).

This training is designed for Deaf caregivers or for caregivers of Deaf clients and other ASL users. This offering is online asynchronous (self-paced) and presented bilingually in ASL and English.

With the demand for qualified caregivers at an all-time high, now is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference. Start your certification today!


Gallaudet University Presents the Deaf Way Film Festival

Gallaudet University invites you on October 16–19, 2025, for a powerful four-day celebration of Deaf creativity and storytelling! The Deaf Way Film Festival will showcase films by Deaf filmmakers and professionals, along with engaging panels, art exhibitions, and networking events. Whether you're familiar with Deaf culture or not, all are welcome to experience the richness of these stories and perspectives. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired.


Upcoming Conferences

Hands & Voices Leadership Conference

The 21st Annual Hands & Voices Leadership Conference will take place
October 5-7, 2025 at Panama City Beach, Florida.


Association of Late-Deafened Adults Conference

ALDAcon 2025 will take place October 15-19, 2025
at the Curtis in Denver, Colorado.


Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) Convention

The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) Convention 2026 will be in LOUISVILLE!

Be sure to subscribe to HLAA to get news and updates about the convention as soon as they have new information!


"Moore Safe Nights" Weather Radio Distribution Program

Still Accepting Applications!

Are you a deaf or hard of hearing person living in Kentucky? Do you feel like you're always out of the loop when bad weather comes to your area? Would you like some peace of mind for when bad weather approaches you while you're sleeping?

Thanks to the partnership with Kentucky Emergency Management (KyEM); you now can apply for a free weather radio for the deaf and hard of hearing using our online application now!




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