Mission Statement:
The Barton G. Kids Hear Now Foundation is a charitable and educational 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization established to assist in the health and continuing education of hearing-challenged children and their families, with an emphasis on the viability of cochlear implants and the vital auditory verbal therapy as an option for deaf children to become part of the hearing world. The goal of the foundation is to have a direct impact on transitioning deaf children from a silent world into a hearing world of sound and life, through the use of cochlear implant technology.
Overview:
The Foundation was launched in 2008 by Barton G. Weiss, inspired by his own experience after learning that his daughter was born profoundly deaf. His search to provide his daughter with the best chance of success in a hearing world led him to the promise of cochlear implants and to Dr. Thomas J. Balkany, one of the world’s foremost authorities on them. As a result of cochlear implants and therapy, Barton’s daughter is now a chatty and precocious three-year-old, verbally conversant and well on her way to a life of sound and speech.
The Barton G. Kids Hear Now Foundation is a charitable and educational 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization established to assist in the health and continuing education of hearing-challenged children and their families, with an emphasis on the viability of cochlear implants and the vital auditory verbal therapy as an option for deaf children to become part of the hearing world. The goal of the foundation is to have a direct impact on transitioning deaf children from a silent world into a hearing world of sound and life, through the use of cochlear implant technology.
Overview:
The Foundation was launched in 2008 by Barton G. Weiss, inspired by his own experience after learning that his daughter was born profoundly deaf. His search to provide his daughter with the best chance of success in a hearing world led him to the promise of cochlear implants and to Dr. Thomas J. Balkany, one of the world’s foremost authorities on them. As a result of cochlear implants and therapy, Barton’s daughter is now a chatty and precocious three-year-old, verbally conversant and well on her way to a life of sound and speech.
Copyright 2010 The Barton G. Kids Hear Now Foundation. All Rights Reserved.
RECENT EVENTS
IN THE NEWS
Barton G. Weiss at the Foundation Gala on April 24th, 2010 at The Villa by Barton G. to benefit the Family Resource Center located at The UM Ear Institute. READ MORE>
UM Ear Institute's spacious new facility will help optimize the state-of-the-art care the institute provides for hearing-impaired children and their parents. READ MORE>
CAMP COCHLEAR - AUGUST 28, 2010
Join the Barton G. Kids Hear Now Foundation for a fun-filled day in Miami, Florida for families that have a child with cochlear implants. This event is created and designed by three cochlear teens in conjunction with the renowned creative team of events impresario Barton G. Camp Cochlear 2010 will feature games, food, entertainment and swimming in an organic & natural environment.
This event will bring families of cochlear kids together in a safe and fun way where parents can talk, exchange information, and where preteens and teens can meet, sign up for mentorship programs and share interests.
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This event will bring families of cochlear kids together in a safe and fun way where parents can talk, exchange information, and where preteens and teens can meet, sign up for mentorship programs and share interests.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP >
