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
![ASL Story Time: Calvin Can’t Fly](https://deafchildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/asl-story-time-calvin-cant-fly-feature-1080x675.jpg)
ASL Story Time: Calvin Can’t Fly
Join us on Saturday, September 4 for ASL Story Time featuring Calvin Can’t Fly, a story about a young starling whose love of reading unexpectedly saves the day.
![Learn ASL Online – September Classes](https://deafchildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/feature-image-march-asl-classes-1080x675.jpg)
Learn ASL Online – September Classes
Learn ASL! ASDC is offering affordable online ASL classes in September. Sign up today.
![ASL Video of the Week: WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE](https://deafchildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/asl-video-of-the-week-where-the-wild-things-are-feature-1080x675.jpg)
ASL Video of the Week: WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE
Watch an adorable ASL interpretation of Maurice Sendack’s classic children’s book Where the Wild Things Are.
![New Film about a Deaf Family Wins Awards, Sets Records](https://deafchildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/coda-movie.jpeg)
New Film about a Deaf Family Wins Awards, Sets Records
CODA has won awards and set records. More importantly, it is the first feature film to include burned-in captions for deaf moviegoers.
![ASL Story Time: Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day](https://deafchildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/asl-story-time-alexander-and-the-terrible-day-feature-1080x675.jpg)
ASL Story Time: Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
Join us for an online ASL Story Time featuring Judith Viorst’s classic children’s story Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Event happens Saturday, August 21, 2021.
![New Acting Executive Director](https://deafchildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/feature-image-asdc-acting-director-cheri-dowling-1080x675.jpg)
New Acting Executive Director
ASDC’s board of director appoints Cheri Dowling to be the new Acting Executive Director following the departure of Rachel Coleman. See highlights from Cheri’s 14 years of service at ASDC.
![Feature Film Seeks to Cast a Black, Female Deaf Child](https://deafchildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/feature-image-casting-call-1080x675.jpg)
Feature Film Seeks to Cast a Black, Female Deaf Child
Casting call for a 6-9 year old black, female and deaf child who is proficient in American Sign Language. Deadline: July 9.
![Newsletter – June 2021](https://deafchildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/feature-image-asdc-newsletter-june-2021-1080x675.jpg)
Newsletter – June 2021
Get all the latest in our June newsletter!
![ASL Videos of the Week: THE HISTORY OF ASL](https://deafchildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/feature-image-asl-video-of-the-week-history-of-asl-1080x675.jpg)
ASL Videos of the Week: THE HISTORY OF ASL
Learn how ASL came to be. Watch videos in ASL about the fascinating history and evolution of sign language in the United States.
![Free Online Kids Yoga with ASL Interpreter](https://deafchildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/feature-image-dreambank-yoga-for-kids-with-asl-interpreter-1080x675.jpg)
Free Online Kids Yoga with ASL Interpreter
DreamBank is presenting a free online yoga class for kids with an ASL interpreter on June 29th.