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| We all know at least one person who is hard of hearing,
faces a speech or language challenge, or who is Deaf. Stop and think
a minute…whether
it’s you, your parents, your children, your co-worker or your
friend, we all know someone.
In fact, one out of every five members of our Puget Sound community faces a speech challenge, hearing loss, or is Deaf. And since 1937, the Hearing, Speech & Deafness Center (HSDC) has been providing them with state-of-the-art services. Now, in our new home with the latest equipment, skilled clinicians, educators, therapists, and specialists, that tradition continues. What Does Communication Mean to Us? Communication means working with each individual client and their family to determine and support whatever will be the most effective method of communicating for that specific person. It may be sign language, hearing aids, speech therapy, language training, motor therapy, assistive devices or technology. The HSDC staff is experienced in all of these methods and uses them in combination with a true desire to serve their client well. This combination of expertise and caring is what has made HSDC successful with thousands of people each year. In addition, the staff knows how to support the use of these methods in practical application. Whether training the entire family to communicate with a child, or advising the workplace on how better to accommodate employees, HSDC is here to support the achievement of personal, educational and vocational goals. And, perhaps most importantly, it is here for members of our community regardless of the person’s ability to pay. Through donations, proceeds from services and sales and funding from United Ways of King and Snohomish Counties, HSDC underwrites these services. Commitment to the Community Good communication also means working with the community. HSDC serves as a convening force with other nonprofit agencies to strengthen coalitions and collaborations to better serve our community. The Artz Communication Center, home of the Hearing, Speech & Deafness Center, is a focal point for community advocacy and activities. If you would like to get more information, set up an appointment for a free hearing or speech screening, become a donor or volunteer or simply learn more about communication issues, please contact the Hearing, Speech & Deafness Center. |
