Families with deaf Children

Little boy with Cochlear Implant

"To raise a deaf child is to have to learn about and embrace a whole new world. Parents embark upon a journey that can feel treacherous and terrifying. It's our job to guide them along their way and show them the joy that can follow...

"...In supporting families long-term, we can ensure that Jewish deaf children grow up proud of their identity, confident as individuals and able to fulfill their potential, enabling each generation of JDA children to achieve their aspirations and flourish." Jody, JDA Family Services."

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    Family Services

    JDA offers: Specialised staff with first-hand experience of deafness and deaf children. One-to-one emotional and practical support focusing on...

  • School children being taught deaf awareness training in schools

    Deaf Awareness Training in schools

    Mainstream schools need extra support to ensure that they know how to meet the particular needs of pupils with hearing loss. JDA provides Deaf...

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    NEW! HEAR to Learn Campaign

    Classrooms have poor acoustics and are incredibly noisy. After a day at school, deaf children (even with their hearing aids or cochlear implants)...

Yes, you can read lips and smiles while wearing a facemask!

At JDA we have made a list of our Top 5 favourite transparent face coverings to make it easy for you.

You can find more details here.

You can find JDA's response to COVID-19 here