Category Archives: Families to Families

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 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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Why I Sign

Posted on February 23, 2021 by BC H&V

Author: Kurt Kuzminski Why do I sign? Because it’s beautiful. Because it translates movement into poetry, connecting concepts to ideas, and people to people. It tells us stories in a vivid, visual medium that is intuitively enchanting, and — simultaneously … Continue reading →

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Deaf Parents, Hearing Child

Posted on January 20, 2021 by BC H&V

By: Levi Traxler   My wife and I are Deaf, and we use American Sign Language to communicate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We rely on a lot of visual information, such as when I flicker the … Continue reading →

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2021 AGM & Parent Connect Evening “Ask Me Anything”

Posted on January 19, 2021 by BC H&V

We’ll begin with a brief 30 minute AGM, where we will share what BC Hands & Voices has accomplished over the past year. Then we’ll dive into our “Ask Me Anything” Session – Hosted by your BC H&V Board of … Continue reading →

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Uncovering a Silver-Lining During Covid-19

Posted on October 28, 2020 by BC H&V

By Maria Pucci Having kids in this day and age can feel like a rollercoaster ride. As parents we want to make sure that we keep them in one piece! When you are a parent of more than one child, … Continue reading →

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My Unilateral World- ਪੰਜਾਬੀ

Posted on October 25, 2020 by BC H&V

My Unilateral World-ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Link to English Version

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