HHSC to Host Deafblind Awareness Week Celebration on June 24
The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Blind Children’s Program will celebrate Deafblind Awareness Week by hosting an art show, presentation, parent panel and exhibitor opportunities on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
With the theme, “Access in Action,” the event will feature:
- Tactile artwork created by children who are deafblind and enrolled in Blind Children’s Program services.
- Remarks from Blind Children’s Program participants who are deafblind.
- A parent panel discussion with parents of children who are deafblind.
- Networking and exhibitor booths.
What: Deafblind Awareness Week celebration: “Access in Action”
When: Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 9:30 a.m. – noon
Where: Texas HHSC North Austin Complex, First Floor Rooms 1.401-1.404, 4601 W. Guadalupe Street, Austin TX 78751
Who: Open to the public
Exhibitors:
A space for agencies and programs to set up a booth will be available. If you or your agency serves the deafblind community and are interested in exhibiting, contact kristen.boessling@hhs.texas.gov by June 5 to reserve a table.
***American Sign Language interpretation and CART services will be provided. If you require additional accommodations, please email Kristen Boessling by June 5.
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