Resources
This resources page will be updated regularly with new resources and information. Be sure and check back frequently for any updates.
September 2025
Resources for Spanish learners of ASL featuring the Bravo Family on YouTube:
Bravo 1: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAsRcYXV-4XBR9pvAy4Pzji2sYu3oyfBS&si=bPYYs6Cza9XCniIm
Bravo 2: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAsRcYXV-4XAwhIoZ4yfnhimqEyjONh6Z&si=yYHsu8iwb6-Tvz23
Bravo 3: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAsRcYXV-4XAVLtuG9JwBYO9eXaz5wTNV&si=M4IpZprOZAc7xsE3
Bravo 4: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAsRcYXV-4XD-cyFMbcE0BaSBtLihK2Bb
Bravo 5: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAsRcYXV-4XBagY5StVA0_N_XQ4zGrP_r
Bravo 6: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAsRcYXV-4XC2nLXTxIFqhfszCnCa7Cmd
Bravo 7: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAsRcYXV-4XDk95DIX5V3-3TdsnwN8brL
Bravo 8: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAsRcYXV-4XBjhOiiqLoyiVewsRSzRBg_
Bravo 9: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAsRcYXV-4XD1uAvJq0_Pp3LBE5-epnxU
DHHP Outreach resources
The Cultural Connections classes will be offered virtually from October 14th through November 11th on Tuesday evenings from 7:00-8:30pm and 1:1 tutoring opportunities. The classes are ideal for Spanish-speaking families who are looking to learn American Sign Language for their 0–5-year-old DHH child(ren). The classes will be taught by Karen Lopez Ambrosio, a trilingual parent guide. The flyers are attached in English and Spanish. E-mail dhhpoutreach@childrens.harvard.edu if your family would like to attend.
The Family Education and Advocacy Team (FEAT) within the Boston Children’s Hospital Audiology and DHHP programs is hosting two transition workshops for deaf and hard of hearing students and their families this fall.
The Early Intervention to Preschool transition workshop is on Friday, September 26 from 10 am – noon in person at Weston Community Center. Families and caregivers will learn about the transition process, including representatives from Sound Outreach to Schools and the Children’s Specialists with the Massachusetts Commission for the D/HH.
The high school to college transition workshop is on Wednesday, October 8 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm on Zoom. Information regarding housing and classroom accommodations, MassAbility, documentation for services, scholarships and resources will be shared during the workshop.
September is Deaf Awareness Month! This would be a great opportunity to read books with deaf and hard of hearing characters with your child, share videos about deaf talent such as Savannah Dahan with KidzBop or learn more about DEAFinitely Inc, a Boston nonprofit organization dedicated to youth and leadership through mentorship and dance.
Community resources
The Gallaudet University Regional Center East has released the fall schedule for Shared Reading Saturday. Circle your calendar for upcoming dates on October 4 and November 15 from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm at the Dimitry Building on the NECC Lawrence campus. They are also seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help set up and take down on the day of the event, lead fun arts and crafts for the kids, and help with childcare. Contact Todd Higgins at thiggins@necc.mass.edu if you are interested.
The Discovery Museum in Acton offers specially designed “Especially for Me” programs throughout the year for children with hearing loss, blindness & low vision, autism, and more. This is a great opportunity for families to enjoy a fun, friendly experience in their universally designed and accessible Discovery Museum and Discovery Woods while exploring interactive exhibits and participating in hands-on activities. The museum will be closed to the public during these times and free for families. RSVP is required. The next event for Deaf, Blind and DeafBlind children is on Saturday, October 4 from 5 – 8 pm. Dinner will be provided.
The Massachusetts chapter of Hands & Voices is hosting a free Family Popsicle Pop-Up on Sunday, September 28 from 11 am – 1 pm at The Cove in Auburndale, MA (bordering Waltham and Newton). Connect with other families, enjoy a sweet treat and spend time together in a welcoming community. For more information or to receive their newsletter, visit www.masshv.org
InclYOUsion Sports is hosting a series of multi-sport programming for children with all abilities looking for supportive introduction to sports. The weekend mornings begin the weekend of September 6 and go until November 2. This is for children ages 2-10. For more information, the flyer is attached or e-mail info@inclyousionsports.com.
You may find us on our public Facebook page at www.facebook.com/BostonChildrensDHHP or our web site at www.childrenshospital.org/dhhp
Community resources
You may find the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program on their public Facebook page www.facebook.com/bostonchildrensdhhp or their website at www.childrenshospital.org/dhhp.