OCECD is a statewide nonprofit organization that serves families of infants, toddlers, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities in Ohio.

Joined March 2015
HEARING LOSS TIPS Hearing loss can cause long-lasting problems for young children. Children with hearing loss can have trouble learning speech and language, doing well in school, or getting along with other children. vkc.vumc.org/assets/files/ti…
16
It’s important to teach your child the meaning of the “question words” - who, what, where, when, and why. Practicing this will help them understand what each word is asking and give them the ability to respond appropriately. youtu.be/AVyV4j9VKVA?si=U1ln…
28
Ohio's History of Teaching the Deaf | Know Ohio Sign Language has been taught in Ohio since the 1800s. We have a pretty welcoming history of teaching the deaf/hard of hearing. youtube.com/watch?v=FW6G8iAx…
27
Check out OCECD Winter Newsletter (via smore.com) smore.com/n/wqkj9
16
Your child starting preschool can be nerve-wracking for any parent, maybe even more so if your child has hearing loss. This video takes a closer look at tips and resources to help your child feel comfortable and confident in their new classroom. youtube.com/watch?v=B1wSYiTF…
22
15 Principals for Reading to Deaf Children BY: Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center This article describes research-based principals and best practices for reading to deaf children. readingrockets.org/topics/re…
14
Check out OCECD Info Share (via smore.com) smore.com/n/dcr74n
7
Check out OCDBE Updates 3-18-24 (via smore.com) smore.com/n/dr1xw
6
Check out Starting Strong Conference 2024 (via smore.com) smore.com/n/ngr59
6
Parent Tip Sheets Language, Literacy & Social Emotional Development
19
Check out Starting Strong Conference 2024 (via smore.com) smore.com/n/ngr59
1
4
Whether it’s daycare, a nanny, or a relative, having someone else start to take care of your baby is a BIG step! If your little one is deaf or hard of hearing, you have a few extra things to do to make it a smooth transition.youtu.be/UMoK3YPSSzM?si=_4Jd…
29