Georgia Chapter of the Alexander Graham Bell Association

03/29/2026

📢 Last chance!! 📢

Parents of Children Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing — We Need Your Input!

We’re inviting families across Georgia to complete a quick 5-minute survey to help shape free, language-building resources for families like yours.

This is your chance to share what supports have helped you—and what you wish you had along your journey. Your feedback will directly guide the creation of a free online toolkit designed to support families statewide.

🔒 All responses are confidential.

🎁 Bonus: Complete the survey by March 30th and opt in for a chance to win a $100 gift card!

👉 Take the survey here:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=GrB9rnlds0uQXdAhzevYKBhusx-bnAZHufxd-NR-1iJUNTJTM0JEODNKVURMMEZFQjEwVENWRFIyVC4u&origin=QRCode

Thank you for helping ensure future resources truly reflect the needs of Georgia families 💙

03/24/2026

📢 Parents of Children Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing — We Need Your Input!

We’re inviting families across Georgia to complete a quick 5-minute survey to help shape free, language-building resources for families like yours.

This is your chance to share what supports have helped you—and what you wish you had along your journey. Your feedback will directly guide the creation of a free online toolkit designed to support families statewide.

🔒 All responses are confidential.

🎁 Bonus: Complete the survey by March 30th and opt in for a chance to win a $100 gift card!

👉 Take the survey here:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=GrB9rnlds0uQXdAhzevYKBhusx-bnAZHufxd-NR-1iJUNTJTM0JEODNKVURMMEZFQjEwVENWRFIyVC4u&origin=QRCode

Thank you for helping ensure future resources truly reflect the needs of Georgia families 💙

02/11/2026

🎧 Virtual Event for Professionals Serving Students Who Are Deaf & Hard of Hearing

Join us on February 19th from 8:00–9:00 PM EST for a special virtual overview of AG Bell programs designed to support students who are deaf and hard of hearing—and their families.

This session is specifically for professionals who work with individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing. We’ll highlight valuable resources you can share with your students and families, including:

✨ Parent Support Line
✨ Financial Aid Opportunities
✨ Youth Programs
✨ Young Adult Programming

Learn how AG Bell empowers students and equips families with the tools they need to thrive.

📅 February 19, 2026
⏰ 8:00–9:00 PM EST
💻 Virtual Event

🔗 Register here: https://form.jotform.com/260155004766049

For questions, please contact Emerson at [email protected].

We hope you’ll join us—and please help spread the word!

02/03/2026

📣 Cochlear Community Event – Pediatric Bone Conduction Solutions

Join us for a special community event to learn how bone conduction hearing solutions can support children with conductive hearing loss, single-sided deafness, or congenital ear malformations.

✨ During this event, families will have the opportunity to:
🔹 Learn about the features and benefits of the Osia® Sound Processor
🔹 Learn about the Baha® Sound Processor
🔹 Understand when to consider transitioning from a Softband to a bone conduction implant
🔹 Receive helpful tips to support your child throughout their hearing journey

📅 Saturday, March 14, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (EDT)

📍 Windy Hill Community Center
1885 Roswell St SE
Smyrna, GA 30080

🍽️ FREE lunch will be provided!

✅ Register at: www.cochlear.com/us/events

📞 Or call: 800-790-8427

Questions? Contact Sarah Hudgins at 720-541-0058 or [email protected]

We hope to see you there! 💙👂

07/24/2025

School is just around the corner! Your child starting preschool can be nerve-wracking for any parent, maybe even more so if your child has hearing loss. How can you prepare for an easy transition from home to school? This video takes a closer look at tips and resources to help your child feel comfortable and confident in their new classroom!

https://youtu.be/B1wSYiTFD-U?si=esvlp9pqqRAL_DrG

07/21/2025

**RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY** Massachusetts Eye & Ear of Harvard University is currently conducting a study for Advanced Bionics or Cochlear Americas Cochlear Implant users and they need volunteers to participate in the study.

They pay for the flight, uber to hotel & back to airport, food and also are paying $75/session.

This study is for all ages 6 months to 17 years.

07/21/2025

Planning a trip with your baby or young child who is deaf or hard of hearing? Join Dr. Teresa Caraway, CEO of Hearing First and certified speech-language pathologist, as she shares practical travel tips to help your family stay connected and make the most of every listening and learning moment on your travels.

From what to pack in your hearing device travel kit, to keeping up with daily routines, and embracing all the new sounds and vocabulary along the way. This video will leave you feeling prepared and confident. Because while vacations are fun, brain development doesn’t take a break!

https://youtu.be/v_sJiH8XOLQ?si=454OMO-l2iHPq3YT

06/05/2025

Many video gamers engage in behaviors that could damage their hearing... watch this video to learn about safe listening and steps you can take to protect your hearing while still having fun playing video games!

ASHA Audiologist Lindsay Creed, AuD, CCC-A, discusses the results of a 2024 poll of video gamers in...

06/04/2025

Daily reading is a simple but effective way to build language, literacy, and learning skills. Unfortunately, the amount of time that a child spends reading during the summer may drop to little or even none while school is out. This can reverse some of the progress they made during the past academic year, and it can make the beginning of the next school year challenging. Daily reading can make all the difference!

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) encourages families to use the summer to nurture children’s joy in reading. It’s a great time to let kids take the lead and choose what they read.

05/29/2025

While "over-the-counter" hearing aids can benefit some people, it's important to know that they are NOT meant for children. In fact, for kids, they can actually be harmful. Read this article to learn why, and how to find better options to treat your child's hearing loss...

Newly available over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids can be a more affordable option for adults with hearing loss, but they aren't meant for children. In fact, they can harm children. Learn why, and how to find better options to treat your child's hearing loss.​

05/22/2025

Some of these may seem a bit obvious, but it's always good to read for a quick reminder! Here are some times on how to communicate with someone with hearing loss... Even mild hearing loss can make conversation difficult.

Hearing loss is extremely common among adults. Even mild hearing loss can make conversation difficult. Here are some simple ways to communicate more effectively with someone who has hearing loss.

05/21/2025

Summer (hopefully!) brings lots of fun: traveling, playing in water, or going to events like concerts... but it also can bring along ear problems for kids. Here are some tips for keeping them at bay while still enjoying your summer activities:

Keep kids' ears safe this summer: expert tips on swimmer's ear, airplane ear, and noise protection. Enjoy the season worry-free!