named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Accessible Venues Promotion
Maintains and shares a list of local venues equipped with hearing loops, FM systems, or captioning to encourage inclusive community participation
Community Advocacy Initiatives
Engages in advocacy efforts such as promoting open captioning in movie theaters and supporting legislation to improve accessibility for people with hearing loss
Monthly Support and Educational Meetings
Holds regular meetings that combine education, mutual support, and business planning; includes topics such as assistive technology, cochlear implants, and coping strategies
Outdoor Group Walks and Social Events
Organizes seasonal walks and nature outings to foster social connection and peer support in accessible outdoor settings
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Accessibility Services for Cultural Programs 1 activity
- Disseminate information on hearing-accessible venuesIdentifies and promotes public venues equipped with hearing loop technology, captioning, or assistive listening devices to improve accessibility for individuals with hearing loss across New York State.
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Deaf and Hard of Hearing Support Services 1 activity
- Host and support local support groups and monthly meetingsHosts monthly evening meetings and regular group discussions for individuals with hearing loss and their families, providing educational, social, and business-focused gatherings with assistive listening technology available at most sessions.
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Disability Rights Advocacy & Self-Advocacy Empowerment 1 activity
- Increase public awareness about hearing lossConducts advocacy efforts to raise public awareness about hearing loss, including promoting open captioning in movie theaters and encouraging public engagement with legislators on related issues.
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Organize community events and educational programsPlans and delivers educational talks, nature walks, public information sessions, and seasonal social events to promote engagement, learning, and peer support among individuals with hearing loss.
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Charity Event Organization 1 activity
- Organize national and regional hearing health eventsHosts an annual national convention and organizes Walk4Hearing events in over 15 cities each year to promote hearing health, provide education, and build community among individuals affected by hearing loss.
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Organization Website and Online Platform Management 1 activity
- Share event information through digital channelsPosts information about upcoming meetings, walks, educational sessions, and social events on its website and Facebook page to support community engagement and participation.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3K
Contributions & grants$552%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$1K51%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$2K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
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balance sheet
Total assets$38K
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Net assets$38K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +14.9%
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- AMC Loews Partner — Promotes AMC Loews in Rotterdam as a captioning-equipped venue for individuals with hearing loss.
- Albany Medical Center Partner — Collaborated with the Department of Otolaryngology to host a public information session on cochlear implants.
- Barrington Stage Partner — Promotes Barrington Stage as a venue with hearing loop technology in the first six rows of the Main Stage.
- Bowtie Cinemas Partner — Promotes Bowtie Cinemas locations as venues offering “cup holder” captioning devices.
- Capital Repertory Theatre Partner — Promotes Capital Repertory Theatre as a venue equipped with hearing loop technology.
- Facebook Partner — Platform used to share information about upcoming events.
- Hasbro Partner — Collaborates with HLAA to enhance the Hearing Loss 101 Toolkit with kid-friendly content inspired by Peppa Pig.
- Hearing Loss Association of America Network — Albany Chapter of the national Hearing Loss Association of America
- Hearing Loss Association of America Network — HLAA-Albany is a chapter of the national Hearing Loss Association of America.
- Proctors Theater Partner — Promotes Proctors Theater as a venue with hearing loop technology in the Main Stage and the Addy theater.
- Regal Cinemas Partner — Promotes multiple Regal Cinemas locations as venues offering captioning and captioned glasses.
- Universal Preservation Hall Partner — Promotes Universal Preservation Hall as a venue with hearing loop technology.
strategies · 1
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Education, Peer Support, and Advocacy Modelmethodology: peer_support_and_educationBy combining education, peer support, and systemic advocacy, the organization improves communication access and empowers individuals with hearing loss to self-advocate, because lived-experience connection and knowledge sharing drive sustained engagement and social change.