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    Duluth Hearing Loss Resource Fair

    The Hearing Loss Resource Fair is a free event for people who are deaf, deafblind, hard of hearing, their families and providers and employers. There are two programs: 

    1. The community program, open to the public, and 
    2. The student program, for students, parents and educators. 

    Community program

    You will find exhibitors on the main level and upper level. It is a wonderful opportunity to:

    • Visit with local organizations to find out how they provide communication access. 
    • See assistive technology in action and learn about different tools that might make your life easier.
    • Find out about:
      • Patient communication kits developed for hospitals;
      • Culturally appropriate and linguistically competent mental health services for people who are deaf, deafblind or hard of hearing;
      • Employment services;
      • Social groups;
      • Volunteer opportunities and more. 
    • Network with people who have hearing loss or use American Sign Language.

    No sales are allowed at this event, letting everyone focus on resource-sharing and learning in a no-pressure environment. We look forward to seeing you there. Download a poster

    Student program

    This program is for deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing children, their parents and school staff. It provides interactive stations designed to:

    • Empower students
    • Foster positive community relationships and 
    • Enhance understanding of hearing loss in emergency situations. 

    Students with hearing loss will engage with law enforcement officers and emergency services to: 

    • Interact Safely: Learn essential skills for safe interaction with law enforcement, focusing on strategies that accommodate hearing loss. 
    • Advocate for Accommodations: Learn how to request and advocate for communication supports, ensuring their needs are met during interactions. 
    • Ask Questions: Join a Q&A session with law enforcement officers to address concerns related to hearing loss. 
    • Practice Communication: Engage in mock scenarios to build confidence and effective communication skills in real-world situations.

    This activity is for students and schools only, and takes place between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
    Parents, please register your child or children, so we know how many students are attending and if your student needs transportation. Download a flyer for the Students and Safety event.

    Where 

    Duluth Public Library
    520 West Superior Street
    Duluth, MN

    Parking: There is parking in the lot across the street and street parking around the library. You will need to pay for parking online or using the Park Duluth app: just scan the QR code when you park for instructions and to pay. Visit Duluth Public Library's Maps and Parking page for a map of parking areas around the library.

    When 

    Thursday, February 13, 2025
    10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

    Exhibitors

    American Red Cross Serving Northern & Central Minnesota

    Arrowhead Regional Development Commission/Senior LinkAge Line

    Arrowhead Transit

    DeafBlind Services Minnesota

    Lighthouse Center for Vital Living (previously Lighthouse for the Blind)

    Minnesota Commission of the Deaf, DeafBlind & Hard of Hearing

    Minnesota Council on Disability

    Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, Vocational Rehabilitation Services

    Minnesota Disability Law Center

    Minnesota Employment Center (MEC)

    Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf

    The College of St. Scholastica

    ThinkSelf

    Therapeutic Services Agency

    If you are interested in applying to be an exhibitor, please email Anne.

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