Thursday, May 21, 2015

Accessing the Cultural Arts Webinars May 28 & June 25 - Considerations for Patrons Who Are Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing

as shared by Great Lakes ADA and ADA National Network

The ADA National Network in collaboration with the Accessibility Program at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and the National Center on Accessibility at Indiana University is pleased to announce the 2nd and 3rd  sessions (2 Part Series) in the 2015 Arts and Recreation Webinar Series.    

1st Webinar Session May 28, 2015: 

Title:  Part I:  Accessing the Cultural Arts - Considerations for Patrons Who Are Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing

Description:  Join us for this engaging webinar to learn about best practices for accommodating patrons and visitors with hearing loss! Topics include an introduction to hearing loss; the rights and responsibilities on the part of the patron and the performing arts venue; challenging listening situations and communication strategies; and assistive devices, services and technology. The session will wrap up with a facilitated question and answer session.

Presenter:  Valerie Stafford-Mallis, Business Development Manager, Alternative Communication Services (ACS) LLC

Time:   2:00pm-3:30pm ET (determine the start time based on your own time zone)

Registration:  Free and available at www.adaconferences.org/ArtsnRec

This program can be accessed via toll telephone (Carrier fees apply) and/or via webinar platform (Free of charge).   The session is closed captioned via the webinar platform.

Questions regarding registration and/or the content of the session should be directed to 877-232-1990 FREE (V/TTY) or by email at webinars@adaconferences.org


2nd Webinar Session June 25, 2015: 

Title:  Part II:  The ABCs of Assistive Listening Technology

Description:  Assistive Listening Systems are an essential tool for providing effective communication. Choosing a system that will work in your space, and properly installing and maintaining that system are key to providing the highest quality experience for patrons and visitors.  In this webinar, presenters will review the requirements for assistive listening systems and the basic features of infrared, radio frequency and induction loop assistive listening systems. Participants will learn the pros and cons of each system, their legal obligations, and how to properly maintain the system.

Presenters: 
Mark Annunziato, Vice President of Engineering and Operations, Sound Associates  (bio below)
Representative from the U.S. Access Board (TBA)

Time:   2:00pm-3:30pm ET (determine the start time based on your own time zone)

Registration:  Free and registration will be available after May 28th at www.adaconferences.org/ArtsnRec

This program can be accessed via toll telephone (Carrier fees apply) and/or via webinar platform (Free of charge).   The session is closed captioned via the webinar platform.

Questions regarding registration and/or the content of the session should be directed to 877-232-1990 FREE (V/TTY) or by email at webinars@adaconferences.org

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