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Learning From the Experts

Posted on September 22, 2021 by BC H&V

By Nicole Eich Parents and caregivers of d/Deaf and hard of hearing (d/DHH) children are likely to be introduced to a number of professional experts over the years. Audiologists, speech-language pathologists, ASL instructors, ENTs – the list goes on and … Continue reading →

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Building A Foundation for Self-Advocacy

Posted on July 28, 2021 by BC H&V

By Joy Santos Becoming a parent opens your eyes and your heart to a world of adventures and emotions. In my experience thus far, it’s been a rollercoaster of dynamic and often conflicting sentiments!  I want to be able to … Continue reading →

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The Joyce of Reading

Posted on May 29, 2021 by BC H&V

by Rosalind Ho For the past year and more, as the COVID-19 pandemic has raged across the world, we have lived our lives in small bubbles. Within those circles, we have been  confined to the boundaries of monitor screens or … Continue reading →

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Never Mind, It’s Not Important = Never Mind, You’re Not Important-ਪੰਜਾਬੀ

Posted on April 26, 2021 by BC H&V

Never Mind-ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Original Article in English: https://www.bchandsandvoices.com/post/never-mind-its-not-important/

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Getting Ready for Kindergarten – Navigating Your Options ਪੰਜਾਬੀ

Posted on April 26, 2021 by BC H&V

Getting Ready for Kindergarten-ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Link to article in English: https://www.bchandsandvoices.com/post/getting-ready-for-kindergarten-navigating-your-options/

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The Silent Language

Posted on April 23, 2021 by BC H&V

By Maria Ruiz I tuck her hair Behind her ears Naked Ears Without the aids Without the sounds Only language she hears Is the one my heart speaks My eyes tell She knows This language Well The silence So full … Continue reading →

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“School Transition Information Night” for Chinese Speaking Families Wednesday May 5, 2021

Posted on April 14, 2021 by BC H&V

BC Hands & Voices & Provincial Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services present “School Transition Information Night” for Chinese Speaking Families Wednesday May 5, 2021 7:00-8:30pm. This event is similar to the event happening on May 26th put on by … Continue reading →

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Learning to be Flexible

Posted on March 19, 2021 by BC H&V

By Lisa Cable I am the oldest child in my family and a classic “Type A” personality.  As such, I LOVE to be in control.  I want to know what’s going to be happening and actively plan for each and … Continue reading →

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Never Mind, It’s Not Important = Never Mind, You’re Not Important- 中文

Posted on March 16, 2021 by BC H&V

Never Mind-TC-繁體中文 Never Mind-SC-简体中文 Link to original article in English: https://www.bchandsandvoices.com/post/never-mind-its-not-important/

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Getting Ready for Kindergarten – Traditional & Simplified Chinese

Posted on March 16, 2021 by BC H&V

Getting Ready for Kindergarten- TC-繁體中文 Getting Ready for Kindergarten- SC-简体中文 Link to original article in English: https://www.bchandsandvoices.com/post/getting-ready-for-kindergarten-navigating-your-options/

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