You Are Always Invited

* Pre-registration is required for all events



SAVE THE DATE!!

We are excited to announce that we have some fun and educational events lined up for the coming months! Look for more information to come for each event and we hope that you can join us for one, or all, of these events!

Would you like to see an event in your region?  We are always looking for parent advocates in every corner of Virginia to help plan and host events.  As a volunteer organization, we can only do so much, but can do so much more with your help! Please reach out if you would like us to travel to you next - we would love to connect with you!


SUMMER 2024 CALENDAR


As school is winding down, and we gear up for summer fun with our families, we wanted to take a minute to share some of the upcoming Virginia Hands & Voices events taking place across the state over the next few months. Mark your calendars for board games, baseball and ice-cream, or just stop by our exhibit table at the VA EHDI conference or the ODUP conference to say hello. We can't wait to see you! 

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Save the Date!

While we don't want to rush summer along, we are excited to host our first-ever regional event!  You're invited to beat the heat with Virginia Hands & Voices at our Back to School Bash in Aldie and Back to School Splash in Glen Allen on Saturday, August 24th! Come celebrate the start of another school year and connect with families of children who are deaf and hard of hearing. D/HH adults and professionals are always welcome.
 
Back to School Bash - Hal and Bernie Hanson Regional Park, Aldie
Saturday, August 24 from 10:00-12:00pm
Join us for another joint event with Little Hands Pediatric Therapy for FREE pizza, cupcakes, popsicles, and play.  Members and non-members welcome.
 
Back to School Splash - Twin Hickory Park, Glen Allen
Saturday, August 24 from 3:00-4:30pm
An ice cream truck will be parked on site handing out FREE ice cream novelties of your choice. Members and non-members welcome.
 
Tickets are free but pre-registration is required by August 23. Please let us know how many children and adults you have in your group and any accommodation requirements.
 
What are you waiting for?  Come meet us at the park - we look forward to seeing new and familiar faces!
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Events & Activities


While Virginia Hands & Voices hosts some of our own events, we often take advantage of, and meet at, programs offered by other organizations that will benefit our members. We do our best to keep this page up to date, but we encourage you to visit our Facebook page for the most current information. 

 

Social Opportunities

We seek to connect children with other children and families with other families. Often, through fun, family-centered activities we make strong friendships and realize we are not alone on the journey.

 

Learning Opportunities

Have you thought, "I'm confused, but I'm too afraid to ask," during an IFSP, IEP or 504 plan meeting. Do you ever wish you could just talk to someone who's a few steps ahead of you on this journey or a professional in the field of childhood hearing loss? Virginia Hands & Voices seeks to provide opportunities to learn and explore with others like you.  

 

When will Hands & Voices be in your area?

If we have not been in your area and you'd like to help us plan an event, please contact us at vahandsandvoices@gmail.com. The events we plan are often based on finding a volunteer in the area who can help us. We'd love to hear from you!




Stayed tuned for more!

Have an Idea for an Event?

If you  have an idea for an event, or know of one we might want to promote to our members, please email us at vahandsandvoices@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you! 


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