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Embracing the Journey: A Mother’s Reflection on Raising a Unilateral Hearing Child

Posted on June 24, 2024 by BC H&V

By Kimberley Chiu Becoming a parent is an awe-inspiring journey in itself, but when our daughter was diagnosed with unilateral hearing loss in her right ear, it added an unexpected twist to our adventure. In those early days, when she … Continue reading →

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Consejo Latino de Manos y Voces ‘Criando a un Niño Sordo o con Dificultades Auditivas Multicultural’

Posted on June 18, 2024 by BC H&V

Escrito por Catherine Kalchbrenner Recientemente tuve el privilegio de asistir a una reunión del Consejo Latino de Hands & Voices. El tema de la noche fue “Criando a niños sordos o con dificultades auditivas multiculturales”. Aunque el evento se centró … Continue reading →

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Summer Get-Together 2024

Posted on May 27, 2024 by BC H&V

Come out for a fun afternoon with other families with dhh children! (Please note this event is geared to 7 years and under) Look for the orange & blue balloons! (Parking lot closest to splash pad is at Beta Ave & Dundas … Continue reading →

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Hands & Voices Latino Council Meeting ‘Raising a Multicultural DHH Child’

Posted on May 21, 2024 by BC H&V

Written by Catherine Kalchbrenner I recently had the privilege of attending a Hands & Voices ‘Latino Council’ meeting. The topic for the evening was “ Raising a Multicultural DHH (Deaf/Hard of Hearing) Child”. Although the event used the lens of … Continue reading →

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FAMILIES TOGETHER- 中文 (Chinese)

Posted on May 17, 2024 by BC H&V

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FAMILIES TOGETHER

Posted on May 1, 2024 by BC H&V

WHO:BC Hands & Voices, Guide By Your Side, Family Network for Deaf Children, Deaf Youth Today WHAT: Plan to join us on the morning of Saturday, June 8th for this event bringing families with deaf/hard of hearing children together to play and … Continue reading →

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September 2024: “Weaving the Threads of Leadership”

Posted on April 28, 2024 by BC H&V

By Lisa Cable The BC Hands & Voices Chapter is so excited to be co-hosting this year’s Annual Hands & Voices Annual Leadership Conference.  We will be co-hosting along with the Washington Chapter and it will be held from September … Continue reading →

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On the Mat and on the Field – Tips for Navigating Sports with Your Deaf/Hard of Hearing Children

Posted on March 22, 2024 by BC H&V

By Maria Ruiz My name is Maria Ruiz and I am a mother to three beautiful and talented children, two of whom were born hard of hearing. Miah, who is 13, has become a passionate Jiu Jitsu fighter, training 5 … Continue reading →

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Learning from DHH Adults- Parent Connect Evening

Posted on March 1, 2024 by BC H&V

WHO:BC Hands & Voices, Guide By Your Side, BC Early Hearing ProgramWHAT: Discover a variety of perspectives and explore your curiosity in a neutral and welcoming environment.They will share some of their experiences growing up as well as-how to develop self confidence in … Continue reading →

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Learning Together About How to Advocate!

Posted on February 24, 2024 by BC H&V

By Teresa Kazemir Our son, Jesse, is hard of hearing and uses hearing aids. Growing up, he had good support services throughout his education – but that doesn’t mean there wasn’t the occasional hiccup.  Jesse used an FM system (also … Continue reading →

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