The Social Hour

An online event designed for dDHH individuals with disabilities, neurodivergence, and chronic illness.

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The Social Hour is specifically designed for dDeaf/Hard of Hearing individuals with disabilities, neurodivergence, and Chronic Illness. By selecting yes, you are confirming that you are a dDHH+ individual who is 18+.

Yes, I am a dDeaf or Hard of Hearing individual who is Disabled, Chronically Ill or Neurodivergent

No, I am NOT a dDeaf or Hard of Hearing individual who is Disabled, Chronically Ill or Neurodivergent

Community Guidelines

The Social Hour fosters connection and meaningful interactions. Our goal is to create a space where everyone feels comfortable and respected while sharing their unique experiences. This means we must treat all individuals in this group with respect and value. A thoughtful expression of political, religious, and personal beliefs is welcome as long as it is done with respect and is not harmful toward any one person or people group. It's okay to agree to disagree if neither side is willing to change their mind. Avoid making assumptions, stereotypes, or generalizations that could offend or minimize participants. We do not tolerate bullying or degrading comments about race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, gender, or identity. We encourage you to use gender-neutral terminology such as they/them/theirs unless a member has specifically stated otherwise. Refrain from offensive language or name-calling. Be willing to listen until someone has finished their thoughts. We ask you refrain from giving unsolicited advice unless an individual has specifically asked for feedback. We encourage the use of turn-taking, and ask you to refrain from interrupting someone while they are speaking. You may use the chat feature to document questions or ideas you may have while waiting for your turn. This also allows our interpreter to focus on what the individual is sharing, and interpret that to other meeting members. Be mindful and allow time for others to share and add to the conversation. If you have any questions, concerns, or need clarification—feel free to reach out to a moderator. We should be mindful of our peers and their privacy. We ask that you not share what is said in the group, as it may not be something they feel safe sharing elsewhere. If you are worried about the well-being of a member or observe concerning behaviors, please notify one of our hosts. We are happy to assist and make sure you feel safe and included in the conversation at all times. Please note that we may remove members at any time without warning if we notice any behaviors that directly go against our community guidelines.