Hearing Blog & News

This year, CCHAT is the recipient of a $10,000 grant to fund the purchase of equipment to verify the fitting of hearing aids for young children with hearing loss.

May is officially Better Hearing & Speech Month – an annual celebration designed to raise awareness of the many communication challenges that those who are deaf and hard of hearing face on a daily basis.

The ECMC Foundation granted $1 million to 76 non-profits and CCHAT was one of the lucky recipients receiving $25,000! THANK YOU ECMC!

Serve and return is a foundation of a good tennis match, but what does it have to do with communicating with your child? More than you might think! Learn why this communication technique is crucial in early brain development among babies.

Moms across the world are helping their children with hearing loss reach their full potential. Hear from moms like you about their initials fears for what they thought their children with hearing loss would never be able to do, and the turning point moments when they realized that their dreams would come true. Join us in celebrating these stories and find inspiration to make your child’s dreams a reality.

Music is a universal language that speaks to all humans. Regardless of gender, age or culture, we are hardwired to respond. The natural rhythms intrinsic to music compels us to dance, tap our feet or sing along.

Finding family balance is difficult for every parent, but especially for those with a child with hearing loss. We’ve outlined ways to help make finding that balance easier.

Thank you to everyone who attended CCHAT Uncorked 2019 and "Beeing" the Difference to help us raise $90,000!

The goal of Auditory-Verbal Therapy is to help people who are deaf and hard of hearing bridge the gap and develop the requisite communication skills that those with typical hearing take for granted. It is useful at any age, but critical for babies who are just beginning to explore the world around them.

Our brains are wired to experience pleasure when we laugh. With April Fools in our rearview mirror, it’s the perfect time to talk about your child’s developing sense of humor.