Family-Focused Center (FFC) for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children
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Patient Stories
Brothers share a bond over their "superhero" hearing
Brothers Bentley and Brody enjoy catching bugs, fishing and playing together outside. Bentley is about to start his third season of soccer, and Brody can't help but start dancing any time he hears music. As their mom, Dori, puts it, "They are two healthy boys who just happen to be deaf."
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Helping you make informed decisions about your child’s care
When your child is deaf or hard of hearing, they can benefit from support and access to resources that can help foster developmental milestone achievement. We understand that the vast array of available options for your child’s care can be overwhelming. Our goal is to answer all of your questions and work with you to define the best course of action for your child.
Everything you need in one location
We offer comprehensive, coordinated care at each of our convenient locations. Our collaborative and multidisciplinary approach gives your child the best possible outcome. In addition to our physicians and medical staff, our Family Resource Center, Social Services and Child Life Professionals can provide extra support to you and your family during and after treatment.
Contact our caring pediatric specialists in Dallas or Plano to learn more about the FFC for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children.
The Children’s Health℠ Family-Focused Center (FFC) for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children works with you, your family and your child’s physician to provide support, education and access to community resources to support your child who is deaf or hard of hearing.
Our caring and qualified team offers a wide range of services for deaf and hard of hearing children, including:
A personal care plan tailored to your child and family’s unique needs
Access to early intervention opportunities for children under 3 years old
Education and support with amplification technologies like hearing aids, cochlear implants and assisted listening systems
Support in pursuing early language access opportunities (including spoken and sign language), and assistance with speech and language delays that may be impacted by hearing status.
Recommendations for medical evaluation and support for your child’s primary care physician and others who are involved in their care
Fostering meaningful connection with community organizations including parent support groups, deaf parent advisors, and deaf resource specialists
Connection to the UT Cochlear Program at Children’s Health