OCTOBER, Deaf Social/Support Group. Halloween Celebration

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1 DEAF LINE OCTOBER, 2014 Deaf Social/Support Group Halloween Celebration Tuesday, October 21, :30 a.m. - 3 p.m. At: Schaumburg Township One Illinois Blvd., Hoffman Estates, IL. * Wear Halloween costumes or make up (optional). There will be a contest for the best costume. * Games & Trivia * Please bring food according to the last name: * A-F: Cold dishes * G-L: Dips/Chip or crackers * M-R: Desserts * S-Z: Hot dishes Please RSVP by October 17th and let Sarita know what you will bring VP TTY sphadke@schaumburgtownship.org

2 THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION Save the date: Tuesday, November 18, 2014 for Thanksgiving Celebration during the Deaf Social/ Support Group meeting. There will be luncheon, games, trivia, and much more. Stay tuned for more information soon. SECRETARY OF STATE: SUPER SENIOR PROGRAM When: Friday, October 31, 2014, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Schaumburg Township, 1 Illinois Blvd, Hoffman Estates, IL What will be offered: Rules of the Road Review Course Driver s License/State ID Card (Renewal, Replacement, Corrections) Vehicle Sticker Sales Organ/Tissue Donor Information To renew a current Illinois driver s or ID card, a valid driver s license or ID card must be presented. To apply for a duplicate or corrected driver s license or ID card, two forms of identification must be presented. For information about acceptable forms of identification, please call or visit Call the senior department ( ) to register for the review course. Seating is limited. MEDICARE PART D OPEN ENROLLMENT Open enrollment for Medicare Part D prescription drug plans begins October 15th through December 7th. This is a good time to review changes in co-pays, premiums, deductibles and medication tiers within your plan or to make a change to a different plan for the upcoming year. Any changes to your Part D plan will be in effect January 1, You do not have to change your plan, but it is recommended to check if another plan for next year could be more beneficial for you. For more information or if you need help, please call Sarita: VP; TTY; sphadke@schaumburgtownship.org GREAT APPRECIATION Schaumburg Township Deaf Services would like to thank the following people from Sorenson Communications, Barry Jensen and Gaetano Adamo, for giving a great presentation about Sorenson's new features. Some of the newest features are: Deaf SignMail - You now can record your own answering video HD features brings the most advanced video technology Updated Video Center with new videos myphone Feature - You can group up to 5 Sorenson ntouch products into one myphone Group, so that all share a single phone number, phonebook, SignMail and others. To learn more features, visit www. sorensonvrs.com or contact Barry Jensen: barrjen@sorenson.com . ZUMBA GOLD CLASS (2ND SESSION) Dates: Mondays, October 20, 27, November 3, 10 & 17, 2014 Time: 10 to 11 a.m. Where: Schaumburg Township, One Illinois Blvd., Hoffman Estates, IL. Instructor: Sabrina Patino (fluent in ASL) Cost: $20 for 5 classes; Must pay in full and cash only on November 20th; $5 if you sign up for any class instead of 5 classes Good News: You will get a free drawing for a prize which will be held on November 17th. Please RSVP or for more information: VP or sphadke@schaumburgtownship.org 2

3 The Kimball Hill Family Deaf Institute will host its 22nd Annual DeaFest on October 31 & November 1, Chairperson: Debby Sampson Committee Members: Jason Altmann, Jan Coleman, Lori Eshoo, Lori Fiscus, Terrie Orz, Marcie Sacks-Bo#o, Susan Teplinsky & Stephanie Woo#en-Ausn Friday, October 31st: 18 th Annual Deaf High School Academic Bowl, 10 a.m. 2 p.m., Building J Theater (park in lot 5). Several high schools will compete in the mental-sharpening competition, covering Art/ Literature, Deaf Studies, Entertainment, Math, Technology, Science and Social Studies. The defending champion is Indiana School for the Deaf and the runner up is Hinsdale South High School. Free admission. Friday, October 31st: Presentation TBA, 7 10 p.m., at Building J Theater (park in lot 5). Free admission. Saturday, November 1st: DeafNation Expo, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Building M Gym (park in lot 1). This expo is the foremost touring trade show for, by, and about Deaf people. They provide exhibitions and entertainment around the United States at no cost to the public. For more information, check Saturday, November 1st: World Deaf Magicians, 5 7 p.m., Building J Theater (park in lot 5). The Deaf magicians from all over the world will come together to perform magic featuring stage illusions, comedy magic, micro magic, etc. Admission: TBA Saturday, November 1st: New ASL Film: Beyond the Embers: Vol.1, 8-10 p.m., Building J Theater (park in lot 5). Co-Hosted by Harper College Deaf Institute and Chicagoland Deaf Seniors. It will be shown in ASL & English subtitles. Admission: $11 through Harper s box office, at Harper College s booth at the Deaf Nation Expo or at the door. Check 48TH BIENNIAL IAD CONFERENCE The Illinois Association of the Deaf (IAD)'s 48th Biennial Conference, Riding the D-Wave, has been set for June 25-27, 2015, at Stoney Creek Inn, th Street, Moline, IL. There will be exhibits, forums, workshops, IAD general meeting, by-laws forum, entertainment, banquet cruise, Deaf Youth/ Family Program activities, and more. The combo rates are: Before November 28, $100 (members); $130 (nonmembers) Before February 27, $125 (members); $155 (nonmembers) Before April 25, $150 (members); $180 (nonmembers); For Seniors/College Students (Before February 27, 2015) - $80 (members); $110 (non-members) Register by February 27, Get a free T-shirt. For questions about registration, contact Teri-Lyn Calhoun: VP or 2015registration@iadeaf.org . For more information, visit IDLA S 15TH ANNIVERSARY Illinois Deaf Latino Association (IDLA) will celebrate 15 years of support, education, traditions, and leadership in Deaf Latino Community. They will host a Celebration Social Night with dancing, drinks, and refreshments on November 29, Details will be announced soon. For more information, contact Maria Hernandez: mabelmih@ hotmail.com . TOWNSHIP CLOSED Schaumburg Township will be closed on Monday, October 13,

4 UPCOMING EVENTS IN CHICAGOLAND The Deaf Quest will host its 2nd Annual Chicago De VIA (Deaf View Image Art) on Saturday & Sunday, October 4 & 5, 2014, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Saturday); 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Sunday) at DCI, 3711 N. Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago, IL. This festival features several Deaf & Hard of Hearing artists who will display their art work (painting, digital, ceramics, jewelry, photography, mixed media, fashion and much more). In addition, patrons will have a special opportunity to meet and talk with Deaf artists. Check for more information. The Chicago Catholic Ephpheta (CCE) & International Catholic Deaf Association US will host their 37th Annual Luncheon - Oktoberfest, on Sunday, October 5, 2014, 11 a.m., at Victoria Beau Jolie, 9950 W. Lawrence, Schiller Park, IL. There will be a cash bar, family-style European meal, cash raffles, raffle prizes, and much more. The cost is $45 per person (cash only). No refunds. For more information or a special diet, please contact Annette: VP. The Catholic Office of the Deaf will host their 10th Anniversary Annual Fundraising event - A Day at the Races, on Saturday, October 25, 2014, 12 to 6 p.m., at Hawthorns Race Course, 3501 S. Laramie Avenue, Stickney, IL. There will be a buffet lunch, live racing programs, raffles & auctions, new prize-winning games, clubhouse admission, and much more. The ticket is $45 per person at the door. For more information, contact the Catholic Office of the Deaf at Voice; VP; cathdeafch@archchicago.org . World Deaf Stage will host their 15th World Deaf Magician Festival on October 27th through November 1st. The locations are: October 27th, 28th, 30th & 31st, at 7:15 p.m., at Hersey High School, 900 E. Thomas Street, Arlington Heights, IL October 29th, at 7:15 p.m., at Laugh Out Loud Theater, 601 N. Martingale Road, Schaumburg, IL November 1st, at 5 p.m., at Harper College Bldg. J Theater, 1200 West Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL. Visit for ticket prices. FREE ELECTRONIC RECYCLING & PAPER SHREDDING Get rid of the clutter in your garage and workplace, and help the environment at the same time! Schaumburg Township Clerk Timothy M. Heneghan & Prodigy Processing Inc. will sponsor an Electronics Recycling & Paper Shredding event on Saturday, November 8, 2014, 9 a.m. to noon, at Schaumburg Township, One Illinois Blvd., Hoffman Estates, IL. It is open to Schaumburg Township residents only. Easy parking lot drop off. Accepted are: Computers, monitors, laptops, cell phones, TVs, UPS Batteries, etc. CRT Monitors & Tube TVs will cost $5 - $20 depending on item. 4 shredding boxes is allowed per person. Household batteries, items leaking chemicals or cracked computer monitors/crushed laptops are not accepted. For more information, visit or call

5 LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program) It is not too late to apply for LIHEAP/PIPP Program for senior citizens and people with disabilities. This program provides assistance for gas and electric bills. Before you call for an appointment, please check that you have all the following documents listed below. You will not be able to apply if you do not have the correct documents. Documents Required: Original Social Security cards for all household members Proof of all household income within 30 days from application date: SSA, SSI, SSDI, wages, unemployment, cash assistance, child support, pensions, etc. ***Must have updated Social Security Award Letter showing the year Current Nicor and Com Ed bills Current public aid medical card/cards (if applicable) Current lease/subsidized housing (if applicable) Maximum Income Levels (30 days): 1 person: $1,459 4 people: $2,981 2 people: $1,966 5 people: $3,489 3 people: $2,474 6 people: $3,996 Please call the disability services department at V, VP, or TTY for more information or to schedule an appointment. HALLOWEEN PARTIES McHenry County Deaf Club (MCDC) will host a Halloween Social Night on Saturday, October 11, 2014, 7 p.m., at Lakes Bowl, 601 Railroad Road, Round Lake, IL. There will be costume contest, door prizes, 50/50 cash prizes, etc. The cost is $3 (member/student); $5 (non-member). West Suburban Association of the Deaf (WSAD) will host a Family Halloween Party on Saturday, October 25, 2014, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Nickel City Family Entertainment Center, 555 Waukegan Road, Northbrook, IL. There will be pizza, drinks, unlimited tokens and prizes for best costumes. Cost: $2 (WSAD member s child); $5 (non member). RSVP is a must and by October 22nd - Contact Juan Bernal: mrjuanbernal@aol.com . Windy City Rainbow Alliance of the Deaf (WCRAD) will host a Halloween Party on Saturday, October 25, 2014, 5 to 9 p.m. Location TBA. The admission cost is $10. Visit or contact Tommy: snowmantv1@gmail.com . DEAFNATION EXPO DeafNation Expo will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2014, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Harper College, Building M, Wellness & Sports Center, 1200 W. Algonquin Road in Palatine. There will be exhibits of both national and local vendors and businesses with a wide range of products and services for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Late Deafened, and Deaf-Blind people. Admission is free, but to avoid a long line, register online: If you have no computer access, you can come to the Township and Sarita Phadke will help you or you can use the computers at your local library. 5

6 OCTOBER 2014 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat * Interpreted Show ** Open Captioned SCH TWP refers to Schaumburg Township 1 CBS/HAD Senior Citizens at Congregation Bene Shalom, Skokie; 10am to 4:30pm ( VP) 2 All Angels Senior Citizens Field Trip (no meeting) 3 Deaf Chat Coffee at Panera Bread, Rand Road, Deer Park, IL; 6 to 10 p.m. 4 Chicago De VIA Fest at DCI, 3711 N. Ravenswood Ave, Suite 143 &144, Chicago; 11am-7pm 5 Chicago De VIA Fest at DCI, 3711 N. Ravenswood Ave, Suite 143 &144, Chicago; 11am-6pm 6 Zumba Gold classes (low fitness) at SCH TWP, Hoffman Estates; 10 to 11am; RSVP: VP Rockford Senior Citizens at CSH, 8038 Macintosh Lane, Rockford; 9am-3pm 10 Deaf Chat Coffee at Starbucks in Streets of Woodfield, 601 N. Martingale Rd, Schaumburg; 7-11pm 11 MCDC hosts Halloween Social Night at Lakes Bowl, Round Lake, IL; 7pm SCH TWP CLOSED (Columbus Day) Medicare Part D Enrollment Starts and ends on December 7th Deaf Chat Coffee at Swirlcup, 255B Parkway Drive, Lincolnshire; 6:30 to 10 pm. (Oct - DCC at Panera Bread, Deer Park) Zumba Gold classes (2nd Session) at SCH TWP, Hoffman Estates; 10 to 11am; RSVP: VP 21 Deaf Social/ Support Group - Halloween Celebration at SCH TWP; 11:30am (RSVP: VP) 22 SCH TWP Board Meeting at 7pm; Interpreter provided upon 2 weeks notice 23 St. Francis Deaf Seniors at 8025 W. Addison Street, Chicago; 10am to 2pm 24 Deaf Chat Coffee at Starbucks, 1441 S. Randall Road, Geneva, IL; 7 to 10 p.m. 25 Chicago Club of the Deaf (CCD) General Meeting at Irish American Heritage Center, Chicago; 7pm ( deaf. org) Zumba Gold classes at SCH TWP, Hoffman Estates; 10 to 11am; RSVP: VP 28 World Deaf Magician Festival at Hersey High School, Arlington Heights, 7:15pm 29 World Deaf Magician Festival at Laugh Out Theater, Schaumburg, 7:15pm 30 World Deaf Magician Festival at Hersey High School, Arlington Heights; 7:15pm 31 Happy Halloween! DeaFest at Harper College, Palatine, IL; Also on November 1st 6

7 COLD & FLU SEASON The cold and flu season is right around the corner. To fight off those germs, here are some tips: Exercise, even just a half-hour to an hour of walking, can boost immunity. Get your rest. Proper sleep (71/2 to 9 hours) helps the body repair injuries caused by stress, illness & viruses. Don t stress. Keep your cool because stress hormones can make you more susceptible to infection. Be optimistic. People with a positive outlook tend to have a better immune response. Have a good, balanced nutrition especially fruits & vegetables as they give you all the immune-boosting vitamins and minerals. Drink lots of fluids if you feel a cold coming on. Avoid germs. Wash/sanitize your hands often. Get a flu shot. ITAC PROGRAM Our ITAC Selection Center is available for Amplified phone, CapTel phone, and TTY viewing or testing. ITAC s program distributes FREE phones and TTYs to any Illinois resident with a certified hearing loss, and local residential phone service. There are 4 different amplified phones from which to choose. Also available is the CapTel (captioned phone) loan program. For more information, please call ext V, TTY or VP. Visit for more information. SHIP PROGRAM The Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) offers free individual counseling services at local sites throughout Illinois. There are trained volunteers who can assist with various Medicare issues. There are several SHIP counselors at Schaumburg Township who can assist you in any way. Sarita Phadke is one of the SHIP counselors. For an appointment, call V, VP or TTY. SHIP is not affiliated with any insurance company. SHIP counselors do not sell or solicit any type of insurance. Deaf Line is published monthly. Any agency, organization, or group may reprint any of our articles provided proper credit is given by name of newsletter and date. Address: Schaumburg Township Deaf Services One Illinois Blvd., Hoffman Estates, IL Phone: TTY; VP; V; Fax Website: Disabled Services Gerry Bartnicke Director: ext 2020; gbartnicke@schaumburgtownship.org Maureen Centeno Assistant Director: ext. 2022; mcenteno@schaumburgtownship.org Sarita Phadke Deaf Services Coordinator: TTY; VP; sphadke@schaumburgtownship.org Lauren Perschon Public Relations/Event Coordinator: ext. 2025; lperschon@schaumburgtownship.org Caryn Remer Benefits Counselor; ext. 2024; cremer@schaumburgtownship.org Township Officials Mary Wroblewski Supervisor Diane Dunham Trustee W. Robert Vinnedge Trustee Jeffrey S. Mytych Trustee Nimish Jani Trustee Timothy M. Heneghan Clerk John R. Lawson, C.I.A.O. Assessor Scott M. Kegarise Highway Commissioner Schaumburg Township is a Selection Center for the Illinois Telecommunications Access Corporation (ITAC) Program (Amplified Phones, CapTel Phone and TTYs). Happy Halloween Day! 7

8 DEAFLINE SCHAUMBURG TOWNSHIP DEAF SERVICES ONE ILLINOIS BLVD. HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 154 SCHAUMBURG, IL. DATES TO REMEMBER OCTOBER 2014 Monday, October 13 - SCH TWP CLOSED (Columbus Day) Mondays, October 20, 27, November 3, 10 & 17 - Zumba Gold Classes (2nd Session) at SCH TWP, 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 21 - Deaf/Social Support Group - Halloween Celebration at SCH TWP 11:30 a.m. (RSVP is required: VP) Wednesday, October 22 - SCH TWP Board meeting, 7 p.m. Friday, October 31 - Happy Halloween Day! This Deafline Newsletter is printed courtesy of SHIP (Senior Health Insurance Program).