Bernadette Griffith

Bernadette Griffith is a Catholic writer and cochlear implant recipient whose work explores coming-of-age moments of loss through faith and surrender to God's will. She brings humor and compassion to her storytelling and holds a M.Ed., a B.A. in English Literature, and a certificate in business administration. Living in Waynesboro, VA with her husband, three daughters, and two dogs, Bernadette continues to contemplate the still, small voice that calls each of us to trust God.

RESOURCES FOR d/DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING INDIVIDUALS

RESOURCES FOR d/DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING INDIVIDUALS

Websites:

Hearing Loss Association of America – incredible resources for technology, connection, and identity

National Association of the Deaf – fighting for linguistic and culture rights

National Association for State Agency for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing – learn your legal employment rights and what you qualify for with accessories for safety and help!

National Catholic Office for the Deaf – find out if there is a Catholic Office in your diocese connected to supporting Deaf Culture

Patron Saint of the Deaf – St. Francis de Sales – great saint to study in order to emulate and find hope in his story, breaking past barriers to teach a deaf man

Gallaudet University – University for the Deaf and Signing Community

Museum of Deaf History, Arts, & Culture – great resources for expression and belonging

Lifeprint with Bill Vicars – Learn ASL

Cochlear.com – learn more about Cochlear Implants (Advanced Bionics and Med-El are two other major companies)

Find a Cochlear Implant Center Near You!

CDC Resources (especially for families with kids that are deaf)

Beltone Hearing Aids

The Lions Club – helps with financing for hearing aids

National Disability Institute: Financial Resources for Deaf and Hard of Hearing