Library Services Coordinator
Sharon Soto
Contact:
The Library at the
Indiana Institute on Disability and Community
2810 E. Discovery Pkwy.
Bloomington, IN 47408
Indiana Institute on Disability and Community
2810 E. Discovery Pkwy.
Bloomington, IN 47408
812-855-9396
Website
Facts
What is a hearing impairment?
Hearing impairment is a general term used to describe any level of hearing loss.
Facts
- Deafness is extreme loss of hearing, while hard of hearing is a partial loss of hearing.
- Some causes of hearing impairments include:
- genetic factors
- illnesses
- accidents
- problems during pregnancy
- complications during birth
- and a variety of illnesses
Websites
- American Society for Deaf ChildrenMISSION STATEMENT: ASDC supports and educates families of deaf and hard of hearing children and advocates for high-quality programs and services.
- Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing EducationThis agency provides resources for families of students who are deaf or hard of hearing to support their education and transition needs. Parents can find information on detection, early intervention, school services, family support and secondary transition.
- Hear-itThis site offers news, information on impairments, hearing aids, personal experiences, an online hearing test, and more.
- National Association of the DeafThe NAD is the nation's premier civil rights organization of, by and for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States of America.
- National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD)Learn more about health information, research, funding, news and events, and more.