An UPDATED Message from the 2009 IAD Conference Chairperson - Part 1

Dana Craig - 2009 IAD Conference Chairperson

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Hello! I want to introduce myself. My name is Dana Craig. I'm the chairperson for the 2009 IAD Conference in Bloomington, Illinois. The name of the hotel is the Chateau on Thursday, June 11 - Saturday, June 13, 2009. This will be a wonderful conference filled with a variety of event such as Entertainment on all three evenings, Banquet, Miss Deaf Illinois Pageant, workshops, IAD General Meeting, Open Forums, Senior Citizens Breakfast, etc throughout the Conference.

I want to share with you the theme of our 2009 IAD Conference, "We The People!" Why? The 2009 IAD Conference Committee feels that the vision is that as a Deaf Community, we need YOU. Regardless of your background, age, or where you are from, We ALL need to come together to form a strong bond to work together to become strong again. If all of us within the Deaf Community do not work together, we eventually become weak and the Illinois Association of the Deaf would become weak. Our goal is to pull all of us to come together to the 2009 IAD Conference. This is an EXCITING TIME to see all of the new exciting opportunities and to come together to meet each other and to become a very STRONG Deaf Community again. We hope that you will attend to the Conference and really enjoy yourselves and to bond together again. Thank you!

Stipend Assistance for the 2009 IAD Conference

Many of us understand that the economy right now is bad. Job losses, people losing their homes, state monies freeze, and most recently, our past governor was thrown out of office: a real mess! I understand and the 2009 IAD Conference truly understands, too. The IAD Executive Board understands, too. The 2009 IAD Conference Committee has been looking for ways in which to help those who need assistance to be able to come to the 2009 IAD Conference. Guess what? We did find ONE way in which this will help! We found an application information called "Stipend Assistance". This assistance is for anyone with a disability who can fill out this form and apply to receive some financial assistance so that you can attend the 2009 IAD Conference. This will pay for registration fee, paying for meals (IF it is not included with the combo), may help pay for transportation. FYI: This assistance will NOT help pay for your hotel - That is a separate cost. But don't worry, we will be glad to work with you to help you find a roommate which can help split the cost of hotel room or to help you find another hotel that may be cheaper, etc. The Important thing is that there is assistance available! You can apply for this assistance. Nick, my co-chairperson, will explain in detail in his vlog. If you feel you would like to contact me or any of the 2009 IAD Committee, feel free to come to any of us for help! You can also go to your local Center for Independent Living for assistance in filling out your form. I would like to see many of the Deaf Community to come to the Conference. We will try to find ways to make it possible for you to attend, because, without you, the Deaf Community will not be strong.

Remember, our theme is "We, the People!"

June 11, 2009 - Thursday Evening Entertainment

Thursday evening entertainment! We have a plan for entertainment, but we will not tell you at this time. It is a secret, smiles! If you are curious what this entertainment is Thursday evening, you are encouraged to show up to find out! Smiles! We believe that you will like it! Better come on Thursday evening! Smile!

June 12, 2009 - Senior Citizens Breakfast - Early Morning

Friday Morning from 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM is the Senior Citizens Breakfast. Breakfast will be provided. There is a presentation to the Deaf Senior Citizens about the Medical Part D. Four Deaf presenters, who are certified, to discuss Medical Part D and to discuss its benefits and how it works. Deaf Senior Citizens often find this information confusing, But, with our four Deaf Presenters, the goal is to make this easy as possible to understand! When the presentation is finished, Elizabeth Gastelum, Deaf Lawyer, will come to discuss about "Power of Attorney (POA). Elizabeth will discuss about DNR and what it means. She will also discuss about Estate Planning and what to do. All of this will happen during the Senior Citizens Breakfast. This is an EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY you do not want to miss! If you have questions to ask, feel free to stay after the breakfast to ask any questions you have! This is a WONDEFUL opportunity for Senior Citizens and hope you can attend!

*Some information may be subject to change

An UPDATED Message from the 2009 IAD Conference Chairperson - Part 2

Dana Craig - 2009 IAD Conference Chairperson

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Continued from An UPDATED Mesage from the 2009 IAD Conference Chairperson - Part 1

July 11 & 12, 2009 - Workshops

We will have workshops during the 2009 IAD Conference. On Friday and Saturday mornings from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Both days will have two workshops going on at the same time. If you miss a workshop the first day, you can catch it again the second day.

On Friday Morning, one workshop will have a presentation by the Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission (IDHHC). This presentation will be on the Interpreter Licensure Act of 2007 and what it means to YOU as a Deaf or Hard of Hearing person. This will be important for you as a Deaf or Hard of Hearing person to know what the license means and its color codes. This give you, as a Deaf person,empowerment. The second workshop on Friday morning will be a presentation on Assistive Technology. Different kinds of technology such as FM systems, CART, etc. This workshop will cover on what it is and the history behind Assistive Technology.

On Saturday Morning from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, One workshop will be on C.I. Workshop. A presenter, who is an Audiologist from Carle in Champaign, Illinois. A second presenter will also be there who is both a licensed audiologist and a certified RID Interpreter. Following the presentation will be a panel of individuals who have C.I. They will share their experiences and answer questions. A second workhop, at the same time, will be a presentation by Christine Pean and Karen Putz will share personal stories about discrimination and what to do about it. Following this presentation, Howard Rosenblum, a Deaf Lawyer, will explain about what and what not to do in situations of discrimination. This is a wonderful workshop in which you, as a Deaf or Hard of Hearing person, will feel the same kind of experiences they have. Their information will also help you in determining what they did to overcome discrimination.

This is an exciting time to grab the opportunities to see the workshops on Friday and Saturday mornings. We look forward to seeing you there!

June 12, 2009 - Friday Evening - Deaf Oscar Night

How many of you have seen on TV the Academy Awards? It is the awards show thats also called Oscars with the trophy of the Golden Man. These are given out for such things like Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Movie, Best Drama, Best Comedy, etc. Well, the 2009 IAD Conference will have on Friday evening entertainment called "Deaf Oscar Night"! The Miss Deaf Illinois Pageant contestants will be handing out the awards to the winners There are five categories. Each winner will get their own statue. For example, Best Comedy, Most Political, Most Creative, etc. Again, the MDIP contestants will be presenting these awards to the winners. We will be able to see each 5 minute movie on the large screen. These will be made by the Deaf Community! I am really looking forward to seeing this on that evening! This will be great! Come and celebrate Deaf Oscar Night with us!

June 13, 2009 - Legislative Luncheon & HIstory of IAD

On Saturday at Noon is the Legislative Luncheon. During or after lunch, we will have Tom Benizer on the History of IAD. For some of you who may have seen a previous presentation at the 2005 IAD Conference which was very inspiring! There were stories about the Deaf from many many years ago and the struggles that IAD overcame over the past century. The changes and how life improved better for the Deaf Community. Our lives today are BETTER because of the struggles the Deaf Community of the past have accomplished. It is important to continue to remember the history of IAD and Tom will be presenting this again for us! Deaf Community of the past didnt have all of the things we have today: Pagers, VPs, Technology, etc. Deaf Community of the past traveled far just to be together. This is part of the presentation to remind our Deaf Community of the History of IAD and the struggles we have overcome. It is the kind of presentation that is worth seeing many times! For those of you who haven't experienced this presentation will truly enjoy and appreciate it!


*Some information may be subject to change

Final IAD Conference Combo Price/Conference Details - Part 1

Nick Ziemer: 2009 IAD Conference Co-Chairperson

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"We The People!"

Hello! My name is Nick Ziemer. I am the Co-Chairperson for the 2009 IAD Conference. This is truly an EXCITING TIME! The conference will be at the Chateau Hotel and Conference Center in Bloomington, Illinois. This will take place on June 11-13, 2009! This is an EXCITING time for the Deaf Community from all over to gather together to the 3-Day conference! Why? This year is a really UNIQUE year in our state and our country for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community all over! This VLog will be in sections to help explain what is going on for your preparation to the 2009 IAD Conference!

June 11-13, 2009 - 2009 IAD Conference Combo Prices!

Ok, let me take some time to explain the cost for the 2009 IAD Conference Combo Prices this summer. We realize that in the past few months, there have been some confusion as to the time phase of Combo prices. We also are very aware of the serious downturn in the economy that is affecting all of us, including the Deaf Community. People all over the country have become nervous and are saving their money, not sure what will happen the the future. This is extremely important because this 2009 IAD Conference will be completely different than all of its conferences in the history of IAD. This Conference is about GIVING BACK to the Deaf Community!

One of the giving back to the Deaf Community is the 3-Day Conference Combo Price. This Combo Price will include 3 days of workshops, events, forums, meetings, entertainment, food (in some areas). FYI: This 3-Day Conference Combo price does NOT include the Hotel stay. Hotel pricing is a separate expense.

IAD Member - $100
Non IAD Member - $125
DayRate only - $75 per Day
Student with ID - $50

Checks are made payable to: "2009 IAD Conference"

Your check and registration form can be mailed to:

2009 IAD Conference
C/O Susan Dramin-Weiss
P.O. Box 7451
Champaign, IL 61826-7451

If you would like to become an IAD Member or renew your membership, now you can!

IAD Members - $20
Senior Citizens (65 up) - $18
High School/College with student ID - $15


This is an exciting time for all of us! As you have seen on the previous VLog from Dana Craig - Chairperson for the 2009 IAD Conference, she explained several events that are happening in the Conference. This VLog will explain in detail.

Stipend Assistance in Detail

Ok, now many of you may have been affected by the downturn of the economy. Some people cannot afford for the 3-Day Conference, there is assistance that is called Stipend Assistance. It is a form that you fill out which you are asking for financial assistance to help pay to attend the 2009 IAD Conference. This is for individuals who TRULY CANNOT afford to attend, but want to attend.

(Example of the Stipend Assistance Form is shown)

After having seen this form, you fill out your name, address, contact information, etc. You can give this to any of the 2009 IAD Conference Committee. You can also go to your local Center for Independent Living for assistance in filling out the form.

*Some information may be subject to change

FINAL IAD Conference Combo Price/Conference Details - Part 2

Nick Ziemer: 2009 IAD Conference Co-Chairperson

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Open to Public Information

Ok, now I will explain further. As you recall in the previous vlog, Dana Craig, our chairperson, explained some events that are paid such as the workshops, some foods, banquet, some entertainments, etc. Now, in this vlog, I will explain what is open to the public. One of the first things that is open to the public is an area called the "Open Lobby Area". When you first enter the Conference Doors, you will see rows of tables and booths in the open area. Each booth has different representatives to talk with you such as companies, government agencies, Deaf Services, etc. There will be qualified sign language interpreters available so that you can talk with invididuals who may not be Deaf. You can freely express your concerns on any issues you feel are important as a Deaf or Hard of Hearing Person. There will be a stage area in which short announcements are made, etc.

June 11, 2009 - Thursday Night Open Forum

Thursday evening, there will be an open forum to the public where you can come in see the issues discuss and participate by expressing your concerns and ideas. This is the PERFECT time to address many issues to IAD during this open forum. This will help IAD to set up goals for the next two years from 2009 to 2011 for the Deaf Community. Many times, the Deaf Community do not have an opportunity to speak out. This is YOUR time to do so.

June 12, 2009 - Legislative Forum

On Friday, we have a legislative forum open to the public to discuss a variety of legislation that involve the Deaf Community. Many legislations such as the Hearing Aid Insurance Act, Interpreter Licensure Act, Housing Laws, Fire Alarm legislation, etc. The State of Illinois addresses legislations every year and this is an EXCELLENT time for YOU to get involved!

June 13, 2009 - IAD General Meeting

On Saturday is an IMPORTANT DAY. On Saturday is the IAD General Meeting. This meeting is a state-wide meeting to conduct IAD Business and to address issues that affect the IAD Members. It is during this meeting that there will be an Election for IAD President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Secretary. This meeting is an excellent opportunity for you to get to know who your new leaders for IAD for the next two years.

Together, we are strong... Together, We The People!"

Now, as I recentlly explained in the Vlog, there are many different events happening throughout the 2009 IAD Conference! Remember, the most important person in IAD is YOU! YOU are who can make the IAD strong! Together, we can accomplish many things! So please consider coming to the 2009 IAD Conference! This is a RARE opportunity to really make change and a different that has never happened before in the history of IAD. It is now time for ALL of us to think toward the FUTURE!

Thank you!


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Introducing the Program Book Chairperson - Bill Curtis

Bill Curtis: Program Book Chairperson

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Hello! My name is Bill Curtis. I am involved as the Program Book Chairpereson for the 2009 IAD Conference to help set up, layout and final printing of the 2009 IAD Conference Program Book. So, I hope to see all of you come to the 2009 IAD conference June 11-13, 2009!

Thank you!

*Some information may be subject to change