HLAA HOUSTON

July 18,2026

Trini Mendenhall Community Center

Our topic will be

2026 National Convention Updates & Highlights Houston Chapter Assesment

Socializing and refreshments begin at 9:30 AM, with the meeting starting promptly at 10:00 AM.

Refreshments Provided!!!

BRING YOUR IDEAS & ENTHUSIASM!

Invite a friend, we look forward to seeing you!

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New Resources to Engage and Educate Families

HLAA has partnered with Hasbro for kids....PEPPA PIG!

Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter Meeting

July 21 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CST

The mission of the HLAA Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter is to provide education, be an advocate for veterans with hearing loss, and to provide a support system to help them to return and adjust to civilian life.

Meet with veterans from across the county to talk about issues related to veterans and hearing loss. Caretakers and family members of veterans are welcome to attend.

Future Meetings for Veterans Across America Virtual Chapter

Aug 18, 2026 07:00 PM

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Recent Chapter Meetings

April 21, 2026

Chapter Founder & Former State Hearing Loss Specialist -Teri Wathen on Hospital/Emergency Preparedness:

"WHAT IF YOU NEEDED EMERGENCY HOSPITALIZATION OR HAD TO EVACUATE FOR A HURRICANE? ARE YOU PREPARED?

Do you have your 'Go Bag' ready"?!

March 21, 2026

Oticon Hearing -BRAIN HEARING Philosophy

**Alex Morris, AuD, Local Oticon Rep and Audiologist is our Speaker**

As a seasoned Audiologist and Sales Rep for Oticon Hearing, Alex will be talking about the Brain First Hearing that Oticon is noted for. He will also discuss their new ZEAL rechargeable products and features, Bluetooth and Remote Mics, Auracast and Oticon AI.

Join us for this info packed session and stop by to meet/greet old and new friends who deal with Heairng & Communication issues- the Effective and Affirmative Way!

FEBRUARY 21,2026

Dr. Peter Weston:

Member of HLAA Houston, retired surgeon, who is severely hearing impaired. Dr. Weston uses both a cochlear implant and a hearing aid. His advocacy has been instrumental in persuading Houston area theatres to provide live captioning at performances, significantly improving accessibility for the hearing loss community.

November 22, 2025

Guest speaker, Jackie Miller

Civil Rights and Emergency Preparedness.

October 25, 2025

Melinda Ray

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for over eight years helping DHH consumers complete their education and find employment

September 27, 2025

Bill Brown

the legendary voice behind the Houston Astros.

JULY 26, 2025

TXDPS Sergeant Richard Standifer