Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center

03/12/2026

: During February break, our HSDC Early Education team (PIP & Rosen Family School) came together for a powerful day of professional development focused on Anti-Bias Education (ABE).

We were thrilled to learn alongside Dr. Julie Mitchiner and Dr. Onudeah “Dr. Oni” Nicolarakis from Gallaudet University’s Department of Education, whose expertise in Deaf education, ASL/English bilingualism, and social justice pedagogy made this workshop especially meaningful.

We, the Early Education team, believe that a unified, equity-centered approach strengthens not only our programs, but the entire HSDC community we’re building for children and families. 💛✨

P.S. We are HIRING! hsdc.org/jobs

ID: Visual description for two photos. First photo: Group photo shot of the The Early Education team with Dr. Mitchiner & Dr. Nicolarakis at HSDC's conference room. Second photo: Group photo of PIP's director, Kim Scott-Olson and Rosen Family School director, Pamela Grossman posing with Dr. Nicolarakis and Dr. Mitchiner.

03/11/2026

Heads up! ☕👋
Coffee & Connection → May 1, 2026
Register TODAY: tinyurl.com/HSDCCoffee26

Help us celebrate Lindsay’s final hurrah before she retires this June!

👉 Read her letter to the community: HSDC.org

Video description and transcript in the comment.

02/24/2026

Join us for HSDC’s next Deaf Senior Services Program on Friday, March 6 at 11 AM right here at HSDC in Seattle!

We’d love to have you with us—come connect, laugh, and enjoy time with the community.

👉 RSVP today: dmyers@hsdc.org

Can’t wait to see you in March!

ID: Square post for Deaf Senior Services Program with white text on blue box on the bottom: Friday, February 6, 2026, 11 AM - 2 PM (Drop in Anytime), HSDC, 1625 19th Ave. Blue circular HSDC logo on top and centered.

02/24/2026

Re-sharing from The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc.: Employment for Empowerment Reception Thursday, March 12th!

See below for more information and link!

Join us in Spokane on Thursday, March 12th, for our Employment for Empowerment Reception.

Get to know local Lighthouse staff and fellow community supporters while seeing first-hand how our products are manufactured and how our facility is transformed into an accessible workspace for people who are blind and DeafBlind.

Register to attend or make a donation by clicking below!
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/employmentforempowerment/event/reception/

02/20/2026

Do you believe finger paint is a primary love language? Do epic block towers spark joy?

We’re looking for passionate Early Childhood Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers who turn everyday questions into magical learning adventures.

If you love little humans, laughter, ASL, and learning through play—we want YOU on our team! Apply today: HSDC.org/jobs

ID: Long square job post with blue/purple background. HSDC logo on top and centered. Text on post: HSDC is hiring! ASL Fluency Required! Early Childhood Lead Teacher and Assistant Teachers. On bottom right: Apply today! HSDC.org/jobs. A cut out photo of Dad with a toddler playing toys together on bottom left of the post.

02/13/2026

HSDC will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026.
Our services will resume on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

Visit hsdc.org to see hours and availability for each service. For information or referrals while we are closed, call 211 or visit win211.org.

Here are some common 211 numbers:
King County: 800-621-4636
Pierce County: 877-211-9274
Snohomish County: 800-223-8145
Whatcom County: 360-733-8670

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02/12/2026

Get your taxes done for FREE! 🎉

Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center and The DeafBlind Service Center are teaming up with United Way of King County to offer free tax preparation and electronic filing on Saturday, March 14, from 10 AM to 4 PM at HSDC in Seattle!

Spots fill fast—call or email now to reserve your time slot! 💥 206-452-7967 VP/Voice or deafservices@hsdc.org

ID: Blue flyer with text: Hearing, Speech, and Deaf Center & Deaf Blind Service Center Partners with United Way of King County
Free Tax Preparation and Electronic Filing
Can help people prepare tax returns for:
• For People with No Dependents: if you earn $80,000 or less in 2026.
• For People with Dependents or Those Married: if you earn $96,000 or less.
• Services: Open to people who are Deaf, DeafBlind or hard of hearing.

Saturday, March 14th, 2026
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center (HSDC)1625 19th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122

Call 206-452-7967 VP/Voice or email, deafservices@hsdc.org
to reserve a time slot!

Bring with you:
• Photo ID for the taxpayer and their spouse (if applicable)
• Social Security Cards or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) for every person to be claimed on your tax return.
• Birthdates for every person to be claimed on your tax return
• All your income information (Social Security, Retirement, Self-employment)
• Information for all deductions/credits
• All forms (W-2 and 1099s)
• Child Care provider name, address, phone number, and tax ID number
For a faster refund, your bank account number(s) and routing number so that your refund can be direct deposited.
For more information, please call (206)-456-5005 or email freetax@uwkc.org
Please arrive 30 minutes before your appointment!
There is no charge for the service. There will be sign language interpreters available. Best to call for an appointment as soon as possible before it becomes full. If you need SSP, it is suggested you bring your own SSP.

02/06/2026

Quick reminder! 👋
If you plan to join the Deaf Senior Services Program tomorrow, Friday, February 6 at 11 AM at HSDC Seattle, don’t forget to RSVP today: dmyers@hsdc.org

We can’t wait to see you!

ID: Square post for Deaf Senior Services Program with white text on blue box on the bottom: Friday, February 6, 2026, 11 AM - 2 PM (Drop in Anytime), HSDC, 1625 19th Ave. Blue circular HSDC logo on top and centered.

02/04/2026

Why do we love the first Thursday of every month at HSDC? Because we get to see our community come alive during our monthly tour! ✨

Our next one is happening this Thursday, Feb 5 at 10 AM — come peek behind the scenes, learn about our programs, explore our services, and experience the impact we’re creating together. 💛

📧 Save your spot: tours@hsdc.org

ID: Flyer for HSDC Monthly Tours 2026, text on top left with a blue circular logo of HSDC on right: HSDC Monthly Tours, 2026, Learn about our classrooms, clinic, and services at HSDC in Seattle! Blue box on left with white text: HSDC offers: Early childhood education, home visits & family support for families with Deaf, Hard of Hearing and DeafBlind infants and toddlers, language, speech & communication clinic, Deaf & hard of hearing advocacy, Interpreting services, RID testing. 1625 19th Ave, Seattle, tours@hsdc.org, bit.ly/HSDCtour Text on right side below the logo: 10 AM - 12 PM, First Thursday of the month (except as noted), 2026: Jan 8, Feb 5., March 5, April 2nd, May 7, and June 4. HSDC.org on the bottom.

01/20/2026

Now hiring: Center Support Specialist! Support Center-wide coordination, communication, and accessible operations. Full-time role in Seattle, Washington, reporting to the Co‑Directors.

If you’re organized, communication‑strong, and mission‑driven, this full-time role could be for you.

Apply today! HSDC.org/jobs

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