Is Being Deaf a Disability?
Where do you sit in this debate? Some people believe that deafness is a disability, while others argue that it is not. There are logical opinions on each side, and everyone interacts with their
6 Books With Strong Deaf Characters
Fiction can be an excellent way for teens to explore issues close to their heart, especially when you find a protagonist that you really connect with. It's an added bonus when it brings awareness
“I’m Bullied Because I’m Deaf” – How To Handle A Bully At School
Are you being bullied because you're deaf? Do you need to deal with bullies frequently in school? Bullying is frustrating and hurtful, and it can easily make you feel alone. On top of dealing
Dispelling Myths About Deaf Teenagers
Spreading deaf awareness and explaining different types of hearing loss can feel like two steps forward, one step back when there is so much misunderstanding amongst the general public. If you're a deaf
Understanding The Different Types of Hearing Loss in Teens
There are four types of hearing loss. Auditory Conductive Sensorineural Mixed We're going to take a look at each type and what it means for a teenager challenged with it. First, we're going to
5 Tips To Help Deaf Teens Through Teenage Years
It isn't your imagination: being a teen is hard. You're learning new things academically and socially, while also trying to figure out who you are as a person. Being deaf can make an
Introducing Folo – Shop Online & Support Hear For You!
Introducing FOLO A new way to shop and support Hear For You at the same time! We've partnered with Folo which means that every time you shop online, the retailer you've shopped with gives a
Ways To Promote Social Inclusion When Your Friend is Deaf or Hard Of Hearing
In a hearing world, it's inevitable that people who are deaf or hard of hearing will miss some, all or part of a conversation. Hearing people might not think twice about what it's like
Jared Shares His Insight To Help Other Deaf Teenagers Entering High School
Jared is a 15 year old with severe hearing loss and wears two hearing aids. We asked Jared to come and speak at one of our Primary 2 Secondary workshops. Jared shared his experience