VOICE for children who are deaf and hard of hearing

02/12/2026

🎉 Play, Laugh, Connect in London, ON!

VOICE London is bringing families together for a joyful afternoon of connection, play, and community building for Deaf and Hard of Hearing kids and their loved ones 💛

🗓 Saturday, March 7 | 1–3 PM
📍 Masonville Library, (Sifton Room), 30N Centre Rd, London, ON

Led by an amazing team of young volunteers, this FREE in-person meetup is all about fun, friendship, and belonging. We can’t wait to welcome you!

📩 RSVP: Admin@voicefordeafkids.com
🔗 Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-pj38ozEbAV17MX8-A8C0xpS7cI_dc97ylLdFYJKDcOHknQ/viewform

02/12/2026

⛸️ Hearing loss takes to the ice with 23-year-old Georgian Olympics ice dancer Diana Davis and her partner/husband Gleb Smolkin. Diana's bilateral sensorineural hearing loss resulted from an incorrect dosage of antibiotics at age two. Her coordination was affected, and the resulting safety concerns when performing jumps led to a switch from single figure skating to ice dance in 2016. Read Diana's story:

https://ow.ly/Hcqg50Yajnc

NBC Olympics & Paralympics

02/12/2026

02/11/2026

Hearing Heroes Hangout 2026 is here! ✨
A monthly virtual peer group for teens with hearing loss to connect, build skills, and feel understood 💬🦻

📅 February 25th| 💻 Google Meet
🔗 Register by scanning the QR code on this post (or here: https://forms.gle/W2ziydUGAwjVbSdN6)

Please share with any teen who may be interested!

02/09/2026

🎧 International Cochlear Implant Day | February 25

Today we join the global community in celebrating International Cochlear Implant Day—a day to raise awareness, share stories, and honour the life-changing impact of cochlear implants for deaf and hard of hearing individuals.

This day is being celebrated internationally by CIICA (Cochlear Implant International Community of Action), bringing voices together from around the world to advocate for access, inclusion, and informed choices.

At VOICE, we stand with children, youth, families, and the CI community—celebrating communication, connection, and every unique listening journey. 💙

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02/07/2026

Big feelings are part of growing up, and supporting our kids through them matters.
By popular demand, Claudia is back! You asked for more time and more answers, so we’re bringing back our “Raising Resilient Children” session this February to keep the conversation going. 🚀

On February 25, VOICE Parents Meet-Up will focus on practical tools to help children build resilience and manage emotions in healthy ways.
Guest speaker Claudia Marra Jacobson, LMFT brings her experience working with families, teens, and parents to this meaningful conversation.
Send your questions by February 20 to Parentsmeetup@voicefordeafkids.com and be part of the discussion.
• Day: February 25 (every last Wednesday of the month)
• Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM ET
Register here: https://www.voicefordeafkids.com/Events

02/06/2026

✨ Hearing Heroes Hangout 2026 is here! ✨
A monthly virtual peer group for teens with hearing loss to connect, build skills, and feel understood 💬🦻

📅 February–June | 💻 Google Meet
🔗 Register by scanning the QR code on this post (or here: https://forms.gle/W2ziydUGAwjVbSdN6)

Please share with any teen who may be interested!

02/06/2026

LISTENING FATIGUE is REAL for many of those who are deaf and hard of hearing. Here are some of the things in my Digital Resource Guide, I created to share awareness about fatigue and hearing loss:

https://www.mybattlecall.com/shop/p/listening-fatigue-for-children-with-hearing-loss

People who have hearing loss often have to work harder to listen than their hearing peers. Add masks/face coverings and it is extremely challenging.

It is not surprising this can cause fatigue and even exhaustion. Specifically, for kids in school. There are ways to support a child (or anyone) with hearing loss, in order to decrease the amount of fatigue experienced.

• First, create an optimal learning environment free of background noise. Rooms with carpet are more acoustically pleasing, and outside noise is minimized or eliminated by keeping doors and windows closed. Avoid playing radios and turn the television off.

• Utilize clear masks. Move group discussions outdoors so masks can be removed. *edited to add...this was a recommendation during covid.

• Provide listening breaks. Schedule intentional times throughout the day when relying on hearing is limited.

• Ensure the person speaking is facing the child. Repeat questions asked by others before answering and speak within 3-6 feet from the child. Try to facilitate communication that focuses on one person at a time.

• Utilize FM systems, wireless microphones, and sound-fields when possible.

• Always use closed-captions on audio-visuals.

• Avoid covering your mouth when speaking. Speak clearly and naturally.

• Allow children to express their frustration. Being understood is one of the keys to helping a child feel accepted and understood.

Encourage kids to advocate for themselves while also ensuring adults continue to offer accessibility and support.
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Check out my Digital Resource Guide: Listening Fatigue for Children with Hearing Loss:

https://www.mybattlecall.com/shop/p/listening-fatigue-for-children-with-hearing-loss

*You can read more firsthand ways to support kids with hearing loss in my latest book:

https://a.co/d/afmccfF

“Through the Fog: Navigating life’s challenges while raising kids with Hearing Loss.”

Please check out my entire updated Resource Library for more resources and tools.

www.mybattlecall.com

02/06/2026

With MED-EL USA – we just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

02/06/2026

The Life After High School Transition Evening, an annual event designed to support students with hearing loss and their families as they explore post-secondary pathways.

The evening includes student panel presentations followed by opportunities to connect with families, colleges, universities, and community organizations.

📅 Date: Thursday, February 19
🕡 Time: 6:30–8:30 pm
📍 Location: Alexander Mackenzie High School, Richmond Hill

02/05/2026

This Black History Month, we celebrate the strength, creativity, and contributions of Black Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals - past, present, and future.

Their stories matter. Their voices matter. As a foundation, we remain committed to building a more inclusive and accessible world for all.