About Us
Our Mission
Hello and Welcome! I’m Charlotte and i’m thrilled to be creating a warm and welcoming group for parents of D/deaf children in Worthing, West Sussex. Along with my husband Nick, we’ve navigated the ups and downs of parenting a deaf child over the past few years. Our amazing son was born with mild hearing loss, which has
progressed to severe, and although we don’t have a diagnosis or know what the future holds, we are determined and hopeful. We’ve witnessed first hand the incredible achievements of D/deaf children, and we’re proud to be part of this vibrant community.
Our son had the wonderful opportunity to attend The Elizabeth Foundation pre-school in Hampshire, where he and I made lifelong friends. We love attending events for deaf children in Hampshire, and would love to create the same connections here in Worthing!
Now that our son is in a mainstream school, we understand how crucial it is for D/deaf and hard-of-hearing
children to feel represented and included. We want to create a space where our kids can come together to play, communicate, and connect with others who share similar experiences. It's also a safe haven for their hearing
siblings (like our older son) to bond and support one another.
This group will be a supportive space for parents who have travelled this journey, where we can share our
experiences, celebrate achievements, and lean on one another during tough times. Together, let’s navigate this unique world and forge lasting friendships!
Become a member
To sign your family up to be Deaf Kids Connect members please use the link below.
You will receive emails detailing events, news and more!
Join our WhatsApp group for announcements and news, there is also an optional parent/carer chat that you can join for support and advice from fellow members.
Membership is FREE
Who can join Deaf Kids Connect?
To join Deaf Kids Connect, your child must have any level of hearing loss. This includes both temporary and permanent hearing loss, as well as conditions such as glue ear and auditory/sound processing disorders.
Your child may use hearing technology such as cochlear implants, hearing aids or bone-anchored hearing aids, or they may choose not to use hearing technology at all.
Some children may use BSL or another form of sign language, while others may not. Every family has different communication preferences, and the way your child communicates will never affect their membership or their place within our community.
We understand that children with mild hearing loss can still experience many of the challenges and negative impacts associated with being deaf or hard of hearing, while sometimes feeling they are “not deaf enough” to access support or find a community.
At Deaf Kids Connect, you are welcome.
Join our WhatsApp
Scan the QR code above to join our WhatsApp group
Group rules apply
Only open to members
Join the Adventure!
Be a part of our thriving community. Together, we can create memorable experiences and friendships for your little ones. Let's celebrate our uniqueness!