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Coffee Night Gems: Hearing Levels, Decision Making & Hearing Aid Funding

Posted on March 10, 2016 by BC H&V

By Kim Shauer Do any of these statements ring true for you?  We didn’t expect this. Our baby makes appropriate sounds back to us.  How can you tell me our baby has a hearing loss when they so clearly seem … Continue reading →

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“BC Parents of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children Aged 0-5”, a new Facebook Group

Posted on February 15, 2016 by BC H&V

by Brianne Braun A little over a year ago, we welcomed Aurelia, a beautiful, red-haired, baby girl into our family. Although my husband Dan is Deaf, our son Argyle was born hearing, so we were surprised when it turned out … Continue reading →

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AGM & Parent Workshop

Posted on January 29, 2016 by BC H&V

Parent Workshop & AGM Monday, March 7, 2016 7:00 – 9:00 pm BC Family Hearing Resource Centre 15220 92nd Ave., Surrey “Birds & Bees” Basics for Parents of Young Children 7:00-8:30 pm with sexual health expert Saleema Noon We’re delighted … Continue reading →

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Sisterhood: Reflections on Growing Up with a Hard of Hearing Sibling

Posted on January 18, 2016 by BC H&V

By: Sheryl Hatton I must admit, I was pretty excited when I sat down to write this piece; reflecting on my experiences as a typically hearing sibling of a child with hearing loss brought back lots of fond memories. I … Continue reading →

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I’m not ‘Just a Mum’

Posted on December 17, 2015 by BC H&V

I wear various hats in my life but one that I’m particularly proud of is that of being a ‘mum’. As the parent of two young girls, I tell them that my most important job in life is to keep them … Continue reading →

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Winter Family Event

Posted on November 28, 2015 by BC H&V

An event for deaf/hard of hearing children, their siblings and parents and Children with their Deaf/hard of hearing parents (CODA) Where: Langley Sportsplex: 20165- 91A Avenue, Langley Please bring with you, or rent: *Skates – $ 3.50 *Helmet –$ 2.00 (Children 12 and … Continue reading →

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Come One, Come All! Tips for Inclusion over the Holidays

Posted on November 22, 2015 by BC H&V

By Anja Rosenke ‘Tis the season for sharing and making memories. Your calendar is likely full of fun gatherings, outings and shopping – occasions that can sometimes make it hard for your child to hear or feel included. As parents … Continue reading →

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SPOTLIGHT: The Well Being Program

Posted on October 18, 2015 by BC H&V

Supporting Wellness and Mental Health in the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf Blind Community By Alison Nutt The Well Being Program is a community organization that provides mental health and wellness counselling and support services to the Deaf, Hard … Continue reading →

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How to Customize your BAHA Soft Band

Posted on September 22, 2015 by BC H&V

How to Customize a BAHA Soft Band A Bone Anchored Hearing Aid (BAHA) is a device that transmits sound to the inner ear directly through the bone of the skull, rather than through the ear canal. It can aid hearing … Continue reading →

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Parent Workshop – Is “doing fine” good enough? Fostering Emotional Well-Being in our DHH Kids

Posted on September 17, 2015 by BC H&V

Event Title: Parent Workshop – Is “doing fine” good enough? Fostering Emotional Well-being in our DHH kids. Hosts: BC Hands & Voices, Guide By Your Side, CHHA BC Parents’ Branch, & Family Network for Deaf Children Description: Two of our favourite … Continue reading →

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