Colorado Division for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind

06/23/2026

Event Spotlight: Fully ASL-Interpreted Yoga Intensive! 🧘‍♀️✨

We are excited to share an upcoming, fully accessible 5-day yoga intensive happening right here in Denver!

Foundations of a Healthy Back: A Yoga intensive with Donna Farhi Yoga is a deep dive into spinal health and yoga practice. A dedicated pair of ASL interpreters will be present for the entire event, including lunch breaks! Whether you are a student or a teacher, this is a wonderful opportunity to practice, learn, and connect in an inclusive environment alongside other Deaf participants.

📅 Schedule (July 10–14, 2026):
- Friday, July 10: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
- Saturday, July 11: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM & 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM
- Sunday, July 12: 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM (Optional morning social gathering!)
- Monday, July 13: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM & 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM
- Tuesday, July 14: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM & 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM

📍 Location:
- Merritt Wellness - 2246 Irving St., Denver, CO 80211

💡 Important Details:
- Cost: $850 total ($425 deposit; remaining $425 due by June 26, 2026).
- Continuing Ed: Earn 22 contact hours through Yoga Alliance.
- Please bring your own props (mat, blocks, blankets, and a bolster).

🔗 Learn more and register here: https://www.myevolition.com/donna-farhi-intensive-2026

Please share this with anyone in the community who might be interested in taking advantage of this ASL-interpreted event!

Discover spinal health with Donna Farhi in Foundations of a Healthy Back: A Yoga Intensive. Learn how whole-body alignment, mobility, and intelligent yoga practices can prevent back pain, improve posture, and support long-term ease. For experienced students and teachers seeking integrated approaches

06/23/2026

This week is Learning Disability Week! 💡

This is a great time to learn about learning disabilities, celebrate the strengths of those who have them, and work together to make everyday life more accessible.

A learning disability (such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, or ADHD) changes how a person learns and understands information. Living in a world that is not built for how your brain works can be tough, but it also brings unique strengths, deep creativity, and new ways of solving problems. We need to make sure our schools, jobs, and communities give everyone the right tools and support so they can succeed.

To help celebrate this week, we are spotlighting Peak Parent Center, a Colorado nonprofit helping individuals with all types of disabilities. They offer free resources to help families navigate special education and advocate for full inclusion in schools and communities. If you need support, visit peakparent.org.

Let's continue to champion understanding, support, and equal opportunities for everyone!

06/20/2026

We’re at WeldWerks right now for Dove Trivia Night!

If you’re in Greeley or nearby, come join us for a fun evening of trivia, great company, and community connections! Whether you have a full team or just want to stop by and say hello, we’d love to see you.

WeldWerks Brewing Company
508 Eighth Ave, Greeley, CO 80631

Trivia starts at 7:00 PM
We’ll be here until 9:00 PM!

Swing by, test your knowledge, and learn more about resources and services available to Colorado’s Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, and interpreting communities.

See you soon! 🎉

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth! Today we celebrate Freedom Day by honoring the history, resilience, and profound contributions of Black Americans.

For this holiday, we want to spotlight the National Black Deaf Advocates, Inc. (NBDA) . Created in 1982 by Black Deaf leaders, the NBDA is the main group standing up for thousands of Black Deaf and hard of hearing people across the country. Their goal is to help Black Deaf individuals become leaders, find good jobs and education, and get fair treatment and healthcare. As we celebrate this important day, we invite you to learn more about Black Deaf history and support the great work of the NBDA.

Please note that our state offices are closed today in observance of the holiday.

06/17/2026

Representation in literature matters! Today, we are spotlighting just a few incredible, highly acclaimed books featuring characters and authors from the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind communities.

While there are many fantastic books out there to explore, we wanted to highlight a handful of celebrated stories to help you start your reading list. Seeing accurate and authentic representation in books helps build understanding, empathy, and a stronger sense of belonging.

Whether you are looking for a fun graphic novel, an inspiring memoir, or historical fiction, these stories offer wonderful perspectives:
- Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law by Haben Girma: A powerful "own voices" memoir by the first Deafblind person to graduate from Harvard Law School.
- Dad, Jackie, and Me by Myron Uhlberg: Written by a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults), this heartwarming, award-winning story shares a boy's experience bonding with his Deaf father over their shared love for baseball and Jackie Robinson.
- Song for a Whale by Lynne Kelly: A beautiful, award-winning story about a Deaf girl who feels a deep connection to a whale that cannot communicate with other whales, leading her to create a song just for him.
- Hello, Universe by Erin Entrada Kelly: A Newbery Medal-winning novel told from multiple perspectives, including Valencia, a resourceful and brave girl who is Deaf.
- Show Me a Sign by Ann Clare LeZotte: Written by a Deaf librarian and author, this gripping historical fiction novel explores the thriving, real-life Deaf community of Martha's Vineyard in 1805.
- El Deafo by Cece Bell: A fantastic, Newbery Honor-winning graphic novel based on the author's own childhood experiences with hearing loss and navigating school.
Check out these wonderful stories at your local library or bookstore to learn, connect, and celebrate these diverse voices!

06/15/2026

Happy National Flag Week! ✨

Did you know that Flag Day (June 14) marks the exact day in 1777 when the United States adopted its very first official flag design?

Every year, the week of June 14 is dedicated to celebrating the history and meaning behind the Stars and Stripes. The design we recognize today is a timeline of our history: the 50 white stars represent our 50 states, and the 13 red and white stripes stand for the original 13 colonies.

Whether you are flying a flag at home or just taking a moment to reflect, this is a wonderful time to show your civic pride and celebrate a symbol that unites us.

06/12/2026

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. This is an important time to talk about brain health and the need for clear, easy-to-find information for deaf older adults living with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or memory loss.

Too often, deaf seniors and their families have a hard time getting the medical help, education, and support they need in American Sign Language (ASL). We need to fix this gap!

Thankfully, groups like Seniors of America (DSA) are fighting hard to make sure our deaf seniors get fair and accessible resources.

As recently shared through DSA Connect, getting the right information in ASL can change lives. Did you know that we can actually control up to 45% of our risk for getting dementia? By learning about proven ways to keep our brains healthy, our community can see how small daily choices keep our minds sharp at any age.

Let's work together to make sure deaf seniors have the ASL support and resources they need to live well as they get older! 💜🧠

06/09/2026

We have an important legislative update! 📜 On June 2, Governor Jared Polis signed House Bill 26-1109 into law.
Here is a quick breakdown of what this means for the community:

What does this bill do?
- It authorizes a statewide study to see if the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind community needs stronger consumer protections when using sign language interpreting services in Colorado.

How will the study work?
By July 1, 2027, a third-party researcher will be hired to:
- Conduct Interviews: They will hold fully accessible interviews with a diverse group of community members, interpreters, and language service companies.
- Review Data: They will look into whether unregulated interpreting causes harm and review how other states regulate the interpreting profession.

When will we see the results?
- The researcher will submit a final report with their findings and recommendations by July 1, 2028.

We will keep you updated as this process begins over the next year!

06/08/2026

Lots of important advocacy work is happening right now! Your voice matters in shaping the future of disability resources and legal priorities across Colorado. Here are two critical opportunities to get involved:

CDOO Needs Assessment: The Colorado Disability Opportunity Office (CDOO) is creating the country’s first statewide needs assessment encompassing all disability types. Sign up online to receive a fully accessible monthly newsletter and get direct notifications about future opportunities to share your perspective. 🔗 Sign up for updates: https://bit.ly/4vtv9hg

DLC 2027 Priorities Survey: Disability Law Colorado (DLC) wants your input to help determine their focus areas for 2027! Please share your feedback via their anonymous online survey (available in English and Spanish) before they finalize their goals on September 30, 2026.
🔗 Take the survey: https://bit.ly/3Q233ec

Questions & Accommodations: If you have questions or need the DLC survey in an alternative format, please email [email protected] or call toll-free at 1-800-288-1376.

Disability Law Colorado (DLC) wants to hear from you! We want your input on our focus areas in 2027. Although 2027 may seem far away, we have to set our 2027 priorities by September 30, 2026, and we want to gather as much community input as possible. The Board, our Mental Health Advisory Council, an...

06/05/2026

Mark your calendars and grab your tickets early! 🎟️

We are excited to announce the 5th Annual Deaf Awareness Night with the Colorado Rapids taking place this September! Because September is Deaf Awareness Month, this is the perfect opportunity to gather our community for a fantastic night of soccer.

This year's event is all about enjoying the game and connecting with one another, with no fundraising attached. Tickets are officially live, and we highly encourage you to purchase yours as soon as possible so we can get a great headcount for the stadium!

Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, September 12th
- Time: 7:30 PM
- Location: DICK'S Sporting Goods Park (6000 Victory Way, Commerce City, CO 80022)
🔗 Get your tickets now: bit.ly/4wvfLCE

See you at the match!