Dallas Hearing Foundation

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The Dallas Hearing Foundation (DHF) is a not-for-profit foundation exclusively dedicated to giving the gifts of hearing and speech to children and adults with hearing loss.

✨ Community. Collaboration. Connection. ✨The Dallas Hearing Foundation loved being part of the North Texas Disability Ch...
03/06/2026

✨ Community. Collaboration. Connection. ✨
The Dallas Hearing Foundation loved being part of the North Texas Disability Chamber Community Connections gathering this week. There is something truly special about being in a room filled with nonprofits, advocates, and organizations all working toward the same goal—supporting and empowering individuals with disabilities.
We were especially inspired by Henry, who shared how his weighted cape for haircuts has been a game-changer for individuals with sensory challenges. His new shop, Trimmy’s, is opening this weekend in Richardson, and we can’t wait to see the impact he continues to make for families in our community.
We also loved learning from Zoe Communications, who is doing incredible work to improve communication strategies and accessibility.
Moments like these remind us how powerful collaboration can be. So many great ideas, so much love and light, and a shared passion for making our community more inclusive.
A huge thank you to Dylan for creating such a welcoming and safe space for organizations to come together, share their missions, and support one another. And a big thank you to First United Bank for providing such an amazing space to host this meaningful gathering. 💙

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Today we celebrate World Hearing Day — a global reminder that hearing connects us to the people and moments we love most...
03/03/2026

Today we celebrate World Hearing Day — a global reminder that hearing connects us to the people and moments we love most. 💙
At Dallas Hearing Foundation, we see every day how access to hearing technology changes lives — from a child hearing their parent’s voice for the first time to an adult reconnecting with conversations, careers, and community.
Hearing loss doesn’t define potential. With early identification, proper intervention, and access to care, individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing can thrive in every environment.
✨ This World Hearing Day, we encourage you to:
• Schedule a hearing screening
• Protect your ears from loud noise
• Support organizations that provide access to hearing technology
• Share your favorite sound in the comments below!
What’s a sound you’re grateful to hear? 👇

🍀✨ DHF Sticker of the Month – March Edition! ✨🍀This month, we’re feeling a little extra lucky 💚Our March Sticker of the ...
03/03/2026

🍀✨ DHF Sticker of the Month – March Edition! ✨🍀
This month, we’re feeling a little extra lucky 💚
Our March Sticker of the Month features a lucky four-leaf clover — because at the Dallas Hearing Foundation, we believe every child deserves the luck of being heard.
Each sticker is a small reminder that your generosity helps:
👂 Provide hearing aids
🎧 Fund cochlear implants
💙 Support families on their hearing journey
When you give to DHF, you’re not just spreading luck… you’re creating life-changing sound.
We can’t wait to see where you stick yours! Tag us and show off your DHF pride. 🍀

Celebrating Edvar’s Hearing Journey! 💙Last Friday was a very special day — sweet Edvar received his cochlear implant! 🎉W...
03/02/2026

Celebrating Edvar’s Hearing Journey! 💙
Last Friday was a very special day — sweet Edvar received his cochlear implant! 🎉
We are so honored to walk alongside families during each step of their hearing journey, and moments like these remind us why we do what we do. From surgery day to activation and beyond, every milestone brings new opportunities to connect, communicate, and experience the world of sound.
We can’t wait for Edvar’s upcoming activation and to watch his progress as he discovers new sounds and reaches amazing milestones ahead.
Please join us in cheering Edvar on as his journey continues! 👏✨

✨ Upcoming Webinar Opportunity for Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing ✨🎓We’re excited to share an upcoming webinar...
02/27/2026

✨ Upcoming Webinar Opportunity for Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing ✨🎓
We’re excited to share an upcoming webinar hosted by Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) for high school and college students who are deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing — as well as the professionals and families who support them.
This information session will provide an overview of the Certificate of Deafness Tuition Waiver (CODTW) Program, including program requirements and the application process. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions live.
🗓 Thursday, March 5, 2026
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. CST
💻 Virtual Information Session
The presentation will be delivered in American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English, with CART (captioning) and ASL/English interpretation provided.
If additional accommodations are needed, please email DHHS Training & Education by Thursday, February 26.
This is a wonderful opportunity for students planning their next educational steps — and for the families and professionals walking alongside them.
Please share within your network and help spread the word!
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💙 Gratitude in Action! 💙How incredible is it when generosity meets personal connection? We are beyond thankful to CertaP...
02/26/2026

💙 Gratitude in Action! 💙
How incredible is it when generosity meets personal connection? We are beyond thankful to CertaPro Painters for choosing the Dallas Hearing Foundation as one of their charitable recipients.
This meaningful gift came from the heart of one of their own team members, Chris Gorlitz, whose daughter Leila is touched by hearing loss. Leila is an inspiration to her family and to our entire community, and we are so grateful that her story helped create this special connection.
Because of Chris, Leila, and the incredible team at CertaPro, you are now part of the DHF family — and that means the world to us. Support like this helps us continue providing resources, technology, and community to individuals and families on their hearing journey.
✨ A huge THANK YOU to CertaPro Painters for your generosity and heart! ✨

Today is National Cochlear Implant Day! 🎉From the very first activation to the everyday sounds that make life meaningful...
02/25/2026

Today is National Cochlear Implant Day! 🎉
From the very first activation to the everyday sounds that make life meaningful, cochlear implants have opened doors to connection, communication, and confidence for so many in our community. 💙
At the Dallas Hearing Foundation, we celebrate every journey — whether you communicate through spoken language, sign language, technology, or a beautiful mix of it all. There is no one “right” way to hear or communicate… and every story matters.
✨ We want to hear from YOU!
What is your FAVORITE sound you’re able to experience because of your cochlear implant?
Is it laughter? Music? A loved one’s voice? The crunch of leaves? Your favorite song? Share it in the comments and let’s celebrate the together!
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National Cochlear Implant Day FUN! ✨🎨One of our favorite things to see is how YOU make your cochlear implant uniquely yo...
02/24/2026

National Cochlear Implant Day FUN! ✨🎨
One of our favorite things to see is how YOU make your cochlear implant uniquely yours! From colorful covers and fun stickers to sparkles, wraps, and creative accessories — self-expression is part of the journey. 💙
So tell us… 👇
🎧 What’s your favorite way to decorate your cochlear implant?
🌈 Do you love bold colors, subtle styles, themed designs, or something totally custom?
Drop a photo in the comments or describe your style — you might inspire someone else in our community! Every journey is different, and we love celebrating the creativity that makes each device as unique as the person wearing it.

🎧✨ This week, the Dallas Hearing Foundation is proud to celebrate National Cochlear Implant Day — honoring the incredibl...
02/23/2026

🎧✨ This week, the Dallas Hearing Foundation is proud to celebrate National Cochlear Implant Day — honoring the incredible journey of cochlear implant technology, from the groundbreaking work of Graeme Clark to the life-changing innovations we see today.
For so many individuals and families in our community, cochlear implants represent access, opportunity, connection, and choice. Every journey looks different, and we celebrate each story — whether communication happens through spoken language, sign language, or a beautiful combination of both.
We can’t wait to hear about YOUR cochlear implant journey! 💙

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Hear to Lead – February Roundtable Meeting ✨Join us this Saturday for our Hear to Lead youth leadership roundtable as we...
02/20/2026

Hear to Lead – February Roundtable Meeting ✨
Join us this Saturday for our Hear to Lead youth leadership roundtable as we kick off planning for an exciting year ahead! This is your chance to share ideas, connect with friends, and help shape the events and impact our group will make in 2026.
📍 Location: Plano Police Department
909 14th Street, Plano, TX
🗓 Date: Saturday
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
We’re excited to welcome Amanda Tuite with Access Vine, who will join us to share helpful resources and ways to support our community.
🎨 If you attended last month’s Paint N Party, Jennifer will also have your finished creations ready for pickup — be sure to come grab yours!
We can’t wait to see our Hear to Lead leaders together again. Let’s dream big, plan boldly, and make 2026 amazing! 💙

💙 Happy Birthday to one of our incredible Mama Bears — Ashley Logan! 💙🎉Ashley, your strength, advocacy, and unwavering l...
02/18/2026

💙 Happy Birthday to one of our incredible Mama Bears — Ashley Logan! 💙🎉
Ashley, your strength, advocacy, and unwavering love are making a HUGE impact in the Dallas Hearing Foundation community. From supporting families on their hearing journeys to helping build a space where connection and encouragement thrive, you truly embody what it means to lift others up.
We are so grateful for the heart you pour into our community and the difference you make every single day. Join us in wishing Ashley a wonderful birthday filled with joy, love, and lots of celebration! 🐻✨

Going for GOLD — and making a difference far beyond the track!As Elana Meyers Taylor heads into her fifth and final Olym...
02/16/2026

Going for GOLD — and making a difference far beyond the track!
As Elana Meyers Taylor heads into her fifth and final Olympic Games, she continues to inspire not only through her strength as a world-class bobsledder, but through her powerful advocacy for the deaf and disability communities.
Elana is a proud mom to two incredible boys — Nico (5), who wears cochlear implants and also has Down syndrome, and Noah (3), who communicates using American Sign Language (ASL). Her family’s journey reminds us that there is no one-size-fits-all path — communication can look many different ways, and every child deserves access, opportunity, and support.
At the Dallas Hearing Foundation, we love celebrating families who embrace technology, language, and individuality to help their children thrive. 💙
Join us in cheering on Elana as she goes for gold — and for continuing to use her voice to advocate for inclusion and accessibility for all.
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