Parents and Families
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There is no one right way.
Every child and family is different. Values, experiences, opinions, and resources vary from family to family. What works in one situation may not work in another. There are a number of ways to be successful raising a deaf or hard of hearing child. No one plan or formula will work for everyone. You must do what you believe is right for your child and family. Start Here! ASDC is comprised of a board of parents of deaf children as well as deaf adults and we have compiled for you the ASDC Information book. Our gift to you will provide you with our combined expertise in one place.
Get to know other parents of deaf and hard of hearing children
All parents want what is best for their child. Meeting other parents and learning about their experiences can help you find out about options, resources and can serve as a means of support.
Get to know deaf and hard of hearing role models
Spending time with deaf and hard of hearing role models can help you understand what it means to be deaf. Your deaf or hard of hearing child can achieve the same academic, social, and personal fulfillment as hearing children. Did you know that most deaf and hard of hearing adults grew up in a hearing family? Their experience, information, and perspective can help you as you navigate your families journey.
Recommended Reading
Increasing Literacy Skills with Your Deaf Infant It is never too early to communicate with your child, especially if they are deaf or hard of hearing.
The Infant and Toddler Program If your infant or toddler has been identified with a hearing loss, they may be eligible for services under the Infant and Toddlers Program of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Picking Educational Programs Often parents want to know what the best program is, or whether a particular program is better than another one.
All Parents and Families Articles
Donor Acknowledgements – September 2022
Thank you to ASDC’s September 2022 Donors! Your support and contributions help us connect families through American Sign Language. Individual Donors Anonymous (4) Kristie Bell Julie Eveland Paula Hunt - James Danielle Johnson Andrea Kwan Edgar and Lynda Layland Nykee...
Seeking Actors! Signs of Communication and ASDC Video Collaboration
We're excited to announce that Signs of Communication, LLC and the American Society for Deaf Children are partnering to create a social-emotional learning video series. This is a series of video episodes (each approximately 10-15min) that shows how families learn to...
NEW ONLINE CLASS: Holidays in ASL
It's that time of year! Join us for this fun and interactive ASL class to learn useful signs for holidays and special events that are celebrated throughout the year. Day: Monday, October 24, 2021 Time: 8:00 - 9:30 pm (Eastern) Teacher: Edna Johnston...
ASL Video of the Week 9/28/22: Perspectives of Hearing Parents of a Deaf Child
As September and Deaf Awareness Month come to a close, our ASL Video of the Week takes a different approach in offering some insight from parents. This week, Peter Kimball & Anne Bennett share their perspectives on how their family has navigated the complexities...
ASL Video of the Week 9/22/22: Meanings of GIVE in ASL
There are several different meanings of the word GIVE and they are all signed in different ways! Learn about those differences and how you can use them appropriately! Sentences are related to reading opportunities, not ASL translations. ASL Presenters: Ashley Russ,...
Enter ASDC’s 2022 Holiday Card Art Contest
We’re inviting kids ages 3-17 to show off their artistic skills by drawing their interpretation of our 2022 Holiday Theme: “Holiday Fun with Family and Friends”. Enter today for your chance to be one of five featured artists in our 2022 Holiday Card Collection!...
NEW ONLINE CLASSES! See the Fall Line-up for Online ASL Classes
Want to print and/or download a copy of the Online Class Schedule? Here's the link!
ASL Video of the Week 9/15/22: Sesame Street: “If You Love Counting and You Know It” in ASL!
Get ready to count, clap, jump, and count some more in The Count's version of this classic nursery rhyme, If You Love Counting and You Know It, in ASL! ASL video and translation created by Hypernovas ProductionsASL performed by Chelsea Lee, Joey Antonio, and Phelan...
Donor Acknowledgements – August 2022
Thank you to ASDC’s August 2022 Donors! Your support and contributions help us connect families through American Sign Language. Individual Donors Anonymous Ian Carrera Eyal Goldman Edgar and Lynda Layland Donald Swaner Ramya Thangaraj Carlisa Thompson Christina...
ASL Video of the Week 9/8/22: Introducing DCMP’s newest feature – ASL POP-UP PLAYER
This week's ASL video features our allied partner and sponsor: Described and Captioned Media Program (DCMP) and their new accessibility feature: the ASL Pop-up Player! DCMP has hundreds of videos in ASL (which can be identified by the circular ASL icon) on their...