The Center's Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services

09/03/2025

Interpreters and interpreting students! Be sure September 13 from 9am- 12pm is on your calendar for this important free workshop on "Resources for Educational Interpreters."

Even if you are not working in education, this information will be good to know. The workshop will be held here at The Center in the Hardesty Adaptive Sports Complex building at 1707 E. 11th St. in Tulsa.

Hope to see you then!

08/29/2025

Use the holiday weekend to sign up to learn a bit of ASL this fall! Enrollment is open for Sign 1 and 2, AND Conversational Sign! We have not offered that in many years.

Conversational Sign is for those who have the equivalent of Sign 1 & 2 already, and would like practice in using the language. Many guests have been invited to be a part of this class, and to give students real-world practice!

Spread the word! If you know a teen or adult who is wanting to learn some basic sign language in a non-credit, affordable, supportive environment... this is the perfect opportunity!

We will also be offering a Conversational Sign class for the first time! Tuesdays from 6:30pm - 8:30pm at the Red Cross building on 11th. For those who have taken our Sign 1 and 2 or the equivalent, and want to do more... contact demerson@tulsacenter.org for details.

08/29/2025

The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges will be closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, September 2.

Interpreting Services will of course be available for any emergencies at interpretingservices@tulsacenter.org or (918)500-0877.

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful holiday.

08/26/2025

The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges is seeking an Interpreter Services Manager to join the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Department.

This role ensures that The Center’s Interpreter Services Program meets the needs of contracted vendors and individuals who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing, while identifying growth opportunities.

Learn more about the position and apply here: https://www.tulsacenter.org/about-the-center/employment-opportunities/

08/26/2025

Don't miss this! Tuesday, September 23 from 4:00pm - 7:45pm will be the BIGGEST Silent Dinner of the year in the entire state!

We do encourage you to purchase something if at all possible, as Incredible Pizza is opening just for us, and will once again donate a portion of the proceeds to the agency.

This is during national Deaf Awareness Week, and it has become a huge reunion of deaf community members. It's also the biggest turnout of sign language students. Come see old faces and meet lots of new ones!

08/25/2025

Silent Dinner on Saturday had so many people that we had not seen in a while, that we were too busy to get many photos! Share yours in the comments below if you took some.

Many people turned out to say goodbye to staff member Sandie Busby and wish her well with her move to Colorado.

Don't forget - the next Silent Dinner is the biggest of the year! During Deaf Awareness Week, we will be at Incredible Pizza on Tuesday, September 23 from 4:00 - 7:45. See you there!

08/22/2025

Spread the word! If you know a teen or adult who is wanting to learn some basic sign language in a non-credit, affordable, supportive environment... this is the perfect opportunity!

We will also be offering a Conversational Sign class for the first time! Tuesdays from 6:30pm - 8:30pm at the Red Cross building on 11th. For those who have taken our Sign 1 and 2 or the equivalent, and want to do more... contact demerson@tulsacenter.org for details.

08/22/2025

Hope to see you on Saturday for Silent Dinner at Woodland Hills Mall in the food court! 8/23/25, 2:00pm-4:00pm

Join the Deaf Community for a special Silent Dinner and Farewell honoring Sandie Busby on Saturday, August 23 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Woodland Hills Mall.

Sandie has served as an interpreter for more than 40 years and is moving to Colorado to be with her daughter. This event is an opportunity to thank her for her dedication and celebrate her impact.

08/21/2025

TCC asked us to share this: Save the date!

ASL Slam and Workshops, in honor of Deaf Awareness Week! Friday, Sept. 26 from 7pm - 9pm and Saturday, Sept. 27. Keep an eye out for more information in the coming weeks.

Contact: Gayle VanTrease at gayle.vantrease@tulsacc.edu.

08/20/2025

Wrap up the summer with fun! August 27 at 7pm is our last 2025 Make A Difference Wednesday ball game (thanks to the Tulsa Drillers and their generous sponsors).

To be considered for complimentary tickets, email demerson@tulsacenter.org asap (or call 918-794-4525) and answer the questions below:

The maximum number of tickets you could use
The minimum number you could use
Any deaf/hh/physically challenged in your group
# of wheelchair seats needed
Your zip code, please!

We will reply as soon as we can to confirm tickets.
SPREAD THE WORD TO ANY IN OUR COMMUNITY WHO MIGHT BE INTERESTED!

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08/20/2025

Join the Deaf Community for a special Silent Dinner and Farewell honoring Sandie Busby on Saturday, August 23 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Woodland Hills Mall.

Sandie has served as an interpreter for more than 40 years and is moving to Colorado to be with her daughter. This event is an opportunity to thank her for her dedication and celebrate her impact.