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Chapter SupportIf you need info, guidance, ideas, you are in the right place! Read on.....
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Welcome to the chapter support page. We all know Chapters take work, dedication and some TLC. We open this space to chapter leaders, and the public alike. We want to provide information, materials, ideas and as much wisdom as possible so that chapters can find and apply what works the best for them. HLAA chapters are our strong point. Consider joining one of our chapters, consider help lead, or to start a chapter near you.
Check this page often as materials will be added and updated.
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A few words from our National Chapter Coordinator: (Coming soon)
Letter from our HLAA - WI President
Emil Quast New State Chapter Coordinator
Emil Quast, a member of HLAA Madison Chapter, was appointed to the State Chapter Coordinator position for Wisconsin. This is an important position that has been vacant for some time. Emil says he is “new to this hearing loss world, to HLAA, to chapter coordinator and National has a list of things for me to do including setting of goals.” He wants the chapters to set his goals and plans to attend each chapter’s meeting to meet the members and get to know them and their needs. He wants to be invited to board meetings to learn and discover what they want from this position.
His background includes emigrating from Europe at age 6. Emil served with the Army Reserves for 22 years and the Madison Police Department for 36 years, is retired and has dealt with mild hearing loss most of his life, becoming recently deaf with one ear and experiencing profound hearing loss with the other.
He has already started out in running mode attending chapter and board meetings, gathering ideas and plans and setting goals for the position. He has made contact with two individuals seeking to develop HLAA chapters in other parts of the state and will work with them.
Emil will be attending the national convention in Minneapolis where he will meet with national staff members and gain more insight into the position.
Sr. Elizabeth (Liza) Segleau is putting together this current page on the State website titled “A message from our chapter coordinator” which will be used to bring news, ideas, programs and much more to share with all the Chapters. Emil is also looking to use this page as a central warehouse for any and all State or Chapter brochures, files, flyers, white pages, informational papers, newsletters and notices along with their printable files for historical purposes and for access by subject, date or originating Chapter, and include the physical location of any stockpiled brochures flyers or papers.
We are excited to have Emil on our team.
Jerry Lapidakis
Emil Quast, a member of HLAA Madison Chapter, was appointed to the State Chapter Coordinator position for Wisconsin. This is an important position that has been vacant for some time. Emil says he is “new to this hearing loss world, to HLAA, to chapter coordinator and National has a list of things for me to do including setting of goals.” He wants the chapters to set his goals and plans to attend each chapter’s meeting to meet the members and get to know them and their needs. He wants to be invited to board meetings to learn and discover what they want from this position.
His background includes emigrating from Europe at age 6. Emil served with the Army Reserves for 22 years and the Madison Police Department for 36 years, is retired and has dealt with mild hearing loss most of his life, becoming recently deaf with one ear and experiencing profound hearing loss with the other.
He has already started out in running mode attending chapter and board meetings, gathering ideas and plans and setting goals for the position. He has made contact with two individuals seeking to develop HLAA chapters in other parts of the state and will work with them.
Emil will be attending the national convention in Minneapolis where he will meet with national staff members and gain more insight into the position.
Sr. Elizabeth (Liza) Segleau is putting together this current page on the State website titled “A message from our chapter coordinator” which will be used to bring news, ideas, programs and much more to share with all the Chapters. Emil is also looking to use this page as a central warehouse for any and all State or Chapter brochures, files, flyers, white pages, informational papers, newsletters and notices along with their printable files for historical purposes and for access by subject, date or originating Chapter, and include the physical location of any stockpiled brochures flyers or papers.
We are excited to have Emil on our team.
Jerry Lapidakis
Who we are & how it connects with our Chapter work
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What is an HLAA Chapter:A chapter is a group of people that get together in a particular region of the state. They can be members or non members. People in attendance can be people with hearing loss or loved ones of a person with hearing loss. The chapter serves the purpose of providing education, support and advocacy regarding hearing loss needs. A chapter is run by members for the members. Chapter meetings can take all forms. It can be an informative session with special speakers, it can be a session in which members share information and give support to each other, it can be a recreational experience and so much more. Chapters will usually have a small team to coordinate meetings. Chapters are the bedrock of HLAA! This is how Rocky Stone our founder, gave us strength, hope and a whole new way of life.
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How to start a Chapter:All you need are people with hearing loss interested in getting together with the intent to learn, share, give support and advocate for a life of better hearing and communication with the world around you. If you are such a group, contact your state HLAA board to get support and ideas on how to start a new chapter. Remaining connected to the HLAA organization is of great help and resources are available.
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Keeping a Chapter strong:The sky is the limit and people are key! Being surrounded by those who understand you is central to what a chapter is all about. But also providing information, ideas, skills, topics, news, fun, friendship, activities are all part of being an HLAA member. The more you participate, the more you will benefit from the chapter.
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Chapter structures:Of course we need to have some type of organization. Chapters will find what works best for them. It all depends on the size, location, and needs of the group. But for the most part, chapters should have a president/coordinator, assistant coordinator, secretary and treasurer. If more is needed, members will be asked to step forward to help give shape to the chapter. The chapter team will also remain connected to the state HLAA board and be apprised of events, special activities and state board meetings throughout the year.
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Chapter Resources:Your state HLAA will have some materials available to you. Contact someone on your state HLAA board and just ask. Our state webmasters will be working on posting some excellent resources for Wisconsin HLAA chapters. YouTube is also an excellent resource if you are looking for videos on hearing loss. But for now, we will post a button down below so that you can take a look at what our national HLAA office can provide to your chapter.
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