This article originally appeared in Kirkland Living Magazine. Caroline Cooley is a bright and articulate young adult that is eager to take on the world. A basketball player, Caroline was featured as an athlete of the month in Kirkland Living …
This inspiring performance was livestreamed for the Listen and Talk community during our virtual gala in February 2021. Max Wu was a Listen and Talk student and he continues to amaze us with his talent. Discover more alumni videos and …
The Pottharst-Ralston Family brings a unique perspective to the Listen and Talk community. Each family member inspires us all in their own ways. Watch their video below and subscribe to our YouTube channel. Discover more alumni stories on Listen and …
When I was 1 year old, I was diagnosed with congenital hearing loss. My sister, too, although she was 3 at the time. Not long after, my parents probably made one of the hardest decisions of their life—they gave the consent for the procedure to implant us both with a Cochlear Implant, an event that would ultimately affect us for the rest of our lives.
Meet Preston Dwoskin, one of the first students to attend Listen and Talk. Preston is a referee, a motivational speaker, and an activist for education. He has the ambition to overcome any challenge he faces in life. Watch a clip …
Take a moment and plug your ears. What you hear- and most importantly what you don’t hear – right now, is what a person with profound hearing loss experiences every day of their life. It’s the permanent cone of silence, …
The following post is a transcript of Melissa Stipech’s speech at Listen and Talk’s 2018 Auction. Hello. Thanks everyone for coming. My name is Melissa Stipech. My daughter Penny is 5 years old and has been attending Listen and Talk for …
This text is from a Family Testimonial written for the University Lions Club Auction on May 16, 2015 by Listen and Talk parent, Jennifer Meabon. My name is Jennifer Meabon and I feel so privileged to have the opportunity to …
Shelby Wakumi Kawabata made her grand appearance on 2009. She was full of life and both of us could swear that she had a smile on her face when she arrived. Soon after her triumphant entrance, it was discovered that she was even more …