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Hearing & communication

National Association of the Deaf — A Guide for Parents

A Deaf-led starting point for families exploring language, communication, community, and learning from DHH adults.

Parents and caregivers, including newly identified families · Explore what fits your family

Mabel the green fox wearing gray hearing aids, reading a book.
Who it serves
Parents and caregivers, including newly identified families
How to start
Use the official program page to request support or enrollment.
Hours & availability
Confirm current availability with the program.

Add a Deaf-led perspective

The National Association of the Deaf offers information for parents of newly identified deaf and hard of hearing children. It encourages accessible language and connections with parents and Deaf and hard of hearing adults.

Your next step

Read together with another caregiver. Choose one question about language access and one about community connection to bring to your family’s support team.

Keep your child at the center

Notice how your child understands, expresses ideas, and joins in across everyday situations. Keep reviewing what supports access as their needs and interests change.