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Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI)

Explore case studies showcasing the experiences of families in the EHDI system, highlighting the need for early intervention for children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Supported by HRSA.

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Community Policing Division

The North End Tacoma Community Policing Division operates with the aim of coordinating proactive policing efforts with citizens to ensure safety and security in the community. Led by Captain Christopher Travis, the division comprises two lieutenants, an administrative lieutenant, 16 Community Liaiso

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Lions in the Community District 27D1: Service Success and Impact

Lions in the Community District 27D1 Club Success Team is dedicated to helping clubs find meaningful service projects in focus areas like Youth, Vision, Hunger, and Environment. By connecting with the community, making new friends, and sharing talents, Lions and Lionesses aim to make a positive diff

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Special Education Language Acquisition (SELA) Program Updates for 2023-2024 School Year

This presentation focuses on changes for the official XML data submissions during the 2023-2024 school year related to Special Education Language Acquisition (SELA) program. It covers updates, guidance, contacts, submission details, FAQs, application updates, code table changes, and more critical in

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Community Health Improvement Plan for Cambria and Somerset Counties, Pennsylvania (2022-2025)

This document outlines the Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) for Conemaugh Health System in Cambria and Somerset Counties, Pennsylvania. The plan focuses on addressing significant health needs identified through a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), including mental/behavioral health, a

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New York Community Bank: Banking Development District Expansion in Brooklyn CB3

The Banking Development District Program, overseen by the NYS Department of Financial Services, aims to enhance community wealth and development by providing essential banking services. New York Community Bank, now a division of Flagstar Bank, has a successful history of BDD branches, demonstrating

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University of Toledo Office of Community Engagement and Strategic Partnerships Presentation

Ms. Valerie Simmons-Walston, Special Advisor for Community Engagement and Strategic Partnerships, presents the University of Toledo's commitment to community engagement, its core values, and President Postel's vision for adapting and evolving to positively impact students, faculty, staff, and the co

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Community Health Needs Assessment in Victoria: A Focus on Social Determinants

This project focuses on conducting a health needs assessment in a specific community in Victoria, addressing a significant public health concern within the community. It discusses the social risk factors contributing to the chosen issue, policies, community resources, and the nurse's role in improvi

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Community Engagement Training of Trainers Manual for Front-line Trainers in Lebanon

This manual introduces the concept of community engagement, defining what a community is and highlighting its importance. It explores a case study where active community members address health issues through community engagement. The manual emphasizes community-driven development, involvement in dec

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American Sign Language for Family Members: Parameters, Signs, and Culture

Explore the world of American Sign Language (ASL) in the context of family relationships. Learn about the five parameters of sign language, including handshape, location, movement, non-manual markers, and palm orientation. Discover how to sign family members such as mother, father, brother, and sist

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Community Engagement Tracking Tool for HIV Care Advocacy

Empowering communities affected by HIV, the Community Engagement Tracking Tool facilitates meaningful engagement in decision-making for access to quality care. Developed by the Community Advocacy Network, it enhances collaboration between policymakers, program implementers, and communities to improv

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Overview of Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Model

The Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) model aims to enhance service quality and accessibility by offering integrated, evidence-based, person- and family-centered care. CCBHCs provide a full range of mental health, substance use, and primary care services while emphasizing care coo

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Understanding Community Lifelines and Core Response Capabilities for Stabilizing Communities

The National Response Framework aims to strengthen response actions by coordinating across the entire community to stabilize community lifelines. Community lifelines are critical services essential for human health, safety, and economic security. Stabilizing these lifelines is crucial during respons

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Understanding Community Development vs. Community Organization

Community development involves uniting efforts of the people with government authorities to enhance economic, social, and cultural conditions, while community organization focuses on identifying problems and resources within a community for more effective functioning. Both are crucial for social dev

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Understanding Community Organization: History, Definition, and Types

Community organization is a vital aspect of social work focusing on meeting the needs of urban communities and promoting citizen participation. The concept has evolved in the United States to create effective adjustments between community resources and welfare needs. Various types of community organ

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Evolution of Urban Community Development in Pakistan

Urban Community Development in Pakistan began as an experimental fieldwork practice in 1952-53, with the first project in Haji Dilboth Goth focusing on improving women and children's health. Challenges arose in applying rural community development methods to urban areas. The second project in Lyari

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Unlocking the Potential: Benefits of Community Schools

Community schools are neighborhood hubs that offer not only academic education but also various services to support the whole child and the entire community. By addressing obstacles like hunger, health issues, and family instability, community schools improve graduation rates, student performance, a

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Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (VDDHH) Programs and Services

The Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (VDDHH) promotes accessible communication for individuals who are Deaf and hard of hearing to participate fully in programs, services, and opportunities throughout the Commonwealth. Services include Technology Assistance Program (TAP), Interpr

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Support and Collaboration Initiatives in Haringey Council's Voluntary & Community Sector

Poppy Thomas, the Voluntary & Community Sector Coordinator at Haringey Council, leads efforts to strengthen partnerships, secure external funding, and provide support for organizations in the Voluntary and Community Sector. The council works closely with the VCS to commission services, bring in reso

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Exploring New Considerations for Community-Based Learning in the COVID-19 Era

Community-Based Learning, also known as service-learning, integrates academic material with relevant community engagement, fostering civic outcomes and public purposes. This session delves into adapting community-based activities to address new needs and opportunities while ensuring safety and flexi

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Key Principles of Community Development

The principles of community development emphasize the recognition of community members' dignity, active participation, self-help, self-determination, and addressing felt needs. These principles stress the importance of respecting the community's resources, involving community members in decision-mak

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Enhancing Emergency Communication Access Plan at Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind

Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind (VSDB) is taking steps to improve its emergency communication access plan to ensure all individuals on campus, including those who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or vision impaired, have full access to emergency alerts and instructions. The plan includes

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The Hitchhiker Encounter: A Silent Journey to Las Vegas

A father working overtime, a Deaf driver, and a hitchhiker communicating through gestures and writing embark on a unique journey. The hitchhiker, a bald man with a bushy beard, seeks to reach Las Vegas as they encounter a police stop and engage in silent exchanges with law enforcement.

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Helen Keller's Life-Changing Encounter with Anne Sullivan

Helen Keller's life took a monumental turn on the third of March, 1887, when her teacher Anne Sullivan arrived. Through innovative teaching methods, Helen learned to spell and understand the world around her, unlocking a life full of wonder and overcoming her disabilities to become a renowned educat

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Understanding Re-speaking: Simultaneous Subtitling Technique

Re-speaking is a technique that involves simultaneous subtitling of television programs using speech recognition software to translate oral text into written text live. It combines human expertise with machine capabilities, allowing for efficient and accurate transcription. This innovative process e

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Community Wetlands Forum Overview by Jim Ryan, Wetland Ecologist

The Community Wetlands Forum, represented by Jim Ryan, is a platform promoting community-led wetland conservation in Ireland. With a focus on biodiversity, conservation, and community well-being, the forum aims to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and inclusive participation among stakeholder

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Providing Support for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Communities in the Black Country

Deirdre Maguire, a Community Development Officer at Zebra Access, works tirelessly to empower Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing individuals in the Black Country. The organization offers a wide range of services, including advocacy, community development, well-being programs, employment support, a

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Inclusive Community Resilience Technical Advisory Group Meeting Spring 2016

Inclusive Community Resilience focuses on channeling resources to communities and households, promoting citizen engagement, community empowerment, gender and social inclusion. The operational approach integrates citizen engagement, gender, and social inclusion into activities, mainstreams Disaster R

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Teaching Basic Concepts to Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing Children

Teaching basic concepts is crucial for deaf/hard-of-hearing (D/HH) children as it forms the foundation for learning and thinking. These concepts—such as location, number, descriptions, time, and feelings—are best learned through concrete examples. D/HH students benefit from focused, one-at-a-tim

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Evolution of Relay Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals

The history of relay services for the deaf and hard of hearing dates back to the 1960s in the USA. Three pioneering deaf men played a significant role in establishing the first successful deaf telephone network, leading to the development of relay services as we know them today. This evolution enabl

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History of BEI Certification Development

The history of BEI certification development began in 1994 when the Texas Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing initiated collaboration with experts to establish a new certification exam. Over the years, partnerships were formed, test development activities were conducted, and licensing agreem

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Community Collaboration Forum Highlights and Initiatives

A recap of the Community Collaboration Forum held on June 19, 2019, featuring guest presenters, project updates, goals, vision, and mission statements. The forum focused on fostering collaboration, increasing community agency capacity, and addressing service gaps to benefit the residents of Dufferin

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Take Ten Easy Community Service Project Ideas by Cindy Grooms

Explore ten simple and impactful community service project ideas presented by Cindy Grooms, a Dona Ana County 4-H Leader. From organizing canned food drives to teaching classmates about planting seeds, these ideas encourage youth involvement in serving and supporting their community. Combining commu

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Empowering Communities Through START: The Heart of Your Community

Discover the core principles of START - The Heart of Your Community, emphasizing the importance of belonging, connection, and community support. Explore how the START approach in Westfield fosters collaboration, harnesses local skills and resources, and creates a stronger, more connected community t

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Challenges Faced by Deaf Women in Accessing Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights

Deaf women encounter significant obstacles in exercising their sexual and reproductive health rights, including gender-based violence, discrimination, and communication barriers. The European Union of the Deaf highlights critical issues such as systemic marginalization, lack of information in sign l

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Empowering Community Through School Initiatives at Robert E. Lee High School

The community-focused initiatives at Robert E. Lee High School in Staunton, Virginia, aim to enhance the image of high school students and foster positive relationships with the community. Through various projects and activities, students engage in community service, emphasizing the value of giving

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Community REACH: Connecting UWE Students with Bristol Communities

Community REACH is a project aimed at promoting connections between UWE students and community groups in Bristol areas with historically low higher education participation. Through collaborative events and partnerships, the project seeks to raise awareness of UWE as an inclusive university, engaging

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Project Proposal for Jeevan Gnanodaya School for the Deaf

Jeevan Gnanodaya School for the Deaf, part of Jeevan Gnanodaya Charitable Trust, provides education, vocational training, and support to speech and hearing-impaired children from poor rural backgrounds. The project aims to offer formal education till Class 12, including speech therapy, and industria

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Comprehensive Youth Services for the Blind

Department of Services for the Blind offers a range of youth services for those under age 14, including career exploration, peer interaction, self-advocacy, and workshops. The in-house staff provides hands-on experiences to broaden awareness of available work options, connects students with peers, a

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Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf Peer-to-Peer Kudos Program Overview

Explore how the Katzenbach Peer-to-Peer Kudos program works this year, allowing staff members to recognize each other for Respect, Responsibility, and Kindness. Send Kudos via a designated link and view all recognitions on the Kudos Bulletin Board. Discover the exciting incentives and prizes offered

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