Dallas Hearing Foundation

08/21/2025

Full-Circle Moment in Hearing History 🌟
50 years ago, Professor Graeme Clark pioneered the first cochlear implant—a breakthrough that forever changed the world for those with profound hearing loss.
In this moving video, you’ll witness an extraordinary reunion: the inventor of the cochlear implant meeting a child whose life was transformed by his innovation decades ago. 💙
From one child to now hundreds of thousands worldwide, cochlear implants continue to open the world of sound, connection, and possibility.
At Dallas Hearing Foundation, we are honored to be part of this ongoing story—helping children and adults discover the gift of hearing every day.
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08/18/2025

DHF Teen Squad Saturday Recap!
We had a great turnout for our Teen Squad meeting last Saturday! Huge thank you to David and Amanda Tuite with Access Vine for sharing such valuable information with our teens. 🙌
After the talk, we had some FUN — making custom trucker hats to kick off the back-to-school season 📚🧢, hanging out with friends, and enjoying plenty of 🍕 pizza, laughs, and good times.
So grateful for this awesome group of deaf and hard of hearing teens who continue to inspire us every month! 💙

08/14/2025

It’s been a busy week here at DHF, but our hearts are full when we get to see our DHF family! 💙 This week, the sweet Dv’ynne family was in town for programming — and since we last saw them, Dv’ynne has welcomed a precious little sister, Harmony. 🥰 We love watching our DHF kids (and families!) grow and thrive on their hearing journey.

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08/12/2025

💙👂 Once You’re Part of the DHF Family… 👂💙
When you join the Dallas Hearing Foundation family, your journey becomes our journey. We celebrate the milestones, walk through the challenges, and cheer on every victory along the way.
For the past nine years, we’ve loved following the hearing journey of the Casey family. Rachel and Asher’s stories have inspired us with their courage, resilience, and joy. The updates, the smiles, and the moments shared remind us why we do what we do.
Thank you, Casey family, for letting us be a part of your lives — we can’t wait to see where your journey takes you next! 💛

08/11/2025

👂💬 Two Great Opportunities to Connect with Your Hearing Community! 💬👂
We love community — and both of these upcoming events bring together amazing people who have been through the hearing journey!
📅 Lone Star Cochlear Clan Meeting
📍 Plano Police Department
🗓 Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Special guest Cari Stallings from Texas Workforce Solutions will be stopping by to answer your questions!
📅 Dallas Chapter HLAA Meeting
📍 Medical City Dallas Heart & Spine Hospital
🗓 Saturday, August 16, 2025
Whether you’re newly navigating hearing loss or have been part of the journey for years, these gatherings are a wonderful way to share, learn, and connect. 💙

08/05/2025

⛳ Save the Date: October 27th! ⛳🏌️‍♀️
Join us for a day of family fun and golf at our annual Dallas Hearing Foundation Golf Tournament, held in honor of the amazing Phillips Family!
Come swing for a cause — every putt, drive, and donation helps us continue our mission to give the gift of hearing to those who need it most.
🎉 Fun for the whole family
🤝 Supporting a life-changing mission
💚 Honoring the Phillips Family’s impact
📅 Monday, October 27th
📍 Brookhaven
Let’s tee off for a purpose!
Stay tuned for registration details and sponsorship opportunities.

08/04/2025

⛈️Did you u experience those storms last night in North Texas? ⛈️
For individuals who are Deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or have other access and functional needs, staying informed during severe weather is critical.
📢 Dallas residents can sign up for the Accessible Hazard Alert System (AHAS) — a free service that sends accessible alerts via text, email, voice, or video in American Sign Language.
👉 Sign up here: https://dal.ahasalerts.com/activealerts.aspx?id=7627
Stay safe and stay informed! 💙

08/01/2025

🎉 Friday is for FAMILY — the DHF Family! 🧡💙
We’re thrilled to welcome the Casey family back in town! Seeing Rachel and Asher thriving and rocking their cochlear implants fills our hearts with joy. 💪🎧 Their smiles say it all — once you’re part of the DHF Family, you’re family for life.
Let’s give the Caseys a warm welcome back in the comments! 👇

07/30/2025

📚✏️ Back to School is Almost Here! ✏️📚
As we gear up for a new school year, it’s the perfect time to set our kids up for success in the classroom—especially when it comes to supporting students with hearing loss.
One incredible DHF parent, Christie Gare, created a presentation to share with her daughter’s teachers. It helps explain her hearing loss and opens the door for questions—building understanding before the school year even begins. 🙌💬
Want a copy to use for your own child? We’d love to share it with you!
📩 Email jennifer.clark@dallashearingfoundation.org
Huge thanks to Christie for being such a fierce advocate and leading the way! 💪❤️

07/29/2025

DHF will be participating in North Texas Giving Day in September! Watch for more details on how to give the Gift of Hearing!

07/25/2025

👩‍⚕️💪 Breaking Barriers, One Dream at a Time 💪👩‍⚕️

Meet Nicole Everitt, a Deaf North Texas mother of SIX who is now on her way to becoming a doctor! 🙌 Nicole’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary—balancing motherhood, homeschooling, and a lifelong dream of going to medical school.

Now a first-year student at UNT Health Science Center, Nicole is proving that hearing loss is no barrier to success. Thanks to a Bluetooth-enabled stethoscope that connects to her hearing aids, she’s tackling med school head-on and inspiring so many in the Deaf and hard of hearing community. 🩺💙

At the Dallas Hearing Foundation, we believe in stories like Nicole’s—where perseverance, technology, and support open doors to bright futures. Nicole, we’re cheering you on every step of the way!

📺 Watch her incredible story on WFAA:
👉 https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/deaf-north-texas-mother-of-six-pursues-her-dream-of-medical-school-overcoming-barriers/287-32c9491c-a870-4a6b-b0c7-20e7bed9cdc9

With advanced hearing technology and determination, Nicole Everitt is redefining what’s possible for deaf students in pursuit of medical careers.

07/24/2025

🌊 Meet Big Ocean – K-Pop’s First Deaf Group! 🌊
Have you heard of Big Ocean? They’re making history in the K-pop scene—an all-deaf and hard-of-hearing ensemble combining music, rhythm, and powerful visuals to create an inclusive performance experience.
🎤 Members You’ll Want to Know:
• PJ – Popular YouTuber and deaf culture advocate
• Jiseok – Pro ski racer
• Chanyeon – Audiologist who streams music directly through his device
🎶 They integrate sign language (KSL, ASL, Intl. Sign), use visual metronomes and wrist-haptic tech to stay synchronized, and even employ AI-assisted voice conversion on their tracks. Their debut song “Light (Glow)” dropped April 20, 2024, and their fandom—PADO—is already global 🌍. deafnewstoday.org+6deafnewstoday.org+6deafnewstoday.org+6
📌 📄 Read the full article here:
https://www.deafnewstoday.org/post/getting-to-know-big-ocean