Tri-fold Brochure entitled: Family Support Group 
WeÕve been there and we are here FOR YOU.
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GUAM EHDI
Guam Early Hearing Detection and Intervention

Inside fold of the brochure:
Hafa Adai, 
The Guam Family Support Group for children with hearing loss was formed in 2004 with the support of the Guam Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (Guam EHDI) Project. 

Through the years we have been working together to help each other find solutions to the challenges we face. We have also had opportunities to learn from professionals that offer services which support our childrenÕs needs. 

As parents of children with hearing loss, we have experienced much of what you may be going through. Together we can help your family work toward your goals for your child. 

We are here to help you connect with the services you need. WEÕVE BEEN THERE and we know itÕs not easy. 


Why Early Intervention is Important 
Language develops very quickly in the early years of life. It is the foundation for all learning. If newborns have hearing loss and are diagnosed early, effective intervention is available to help them achieve typical or nearly typical speech, language, and hearing milestones. 


Our Mission 
To offer support by sharing our experiences with parents of children who were diagnosed with hearing loss. Together we will work to achieve the dreams we have for our children. If you have any questions, concerns, or just want to talk, we welcome your call. Thank you, and we look forward to hearing from you. 

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Contact Us! 
Photos of each contact parent with their child.

Joyce Flores (Chairperson/Parent) 
Son age 13 
Home: 989-7208 ¥ Cell: 689-5147 

John & AnnMarie Cruz (Parents) 
Daughter age 19 
Home: 653-7991 ¥ AnnMarie cell: 777-7991 

Trisha Suzuki (Parent) 
Son age 4 
Cell: 483-8260 

Outside fold of the brochure:
Has your child been diagnosed with a hearing loss? 
We are parents of children who have been diagnosed with hearing loss. We understand what you are experiencing and you can reach out to us for support. 

LEARN THE SIGNS. Act Early! (bulleted list of five items)
* Your child seems to hear some of the time and then not respond at other times. 
* Your child moves one ear forward when listening, or he complains that he can only hear out of his good ear. 
* Your child starts to speak more loudly than previously. Your child looks at you intensely when you speak to him, as if concentrating (He may be depending more on visual cues for interpreting speech). 
* Your childÕs grades fall or the teacher notes that he doesnÕt seem to hear or respond as well in the classroom as the other children. 

If you suspect that your child may have a hearing loss, contact your family doctor or pediatrician. A referral to an audiologist may be needed. 
Source: www.hsuoracle.com 

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If you have a concern about your infantÕs hearing and speech development, please contact the: 
Guam EHDI Project 
Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, & Service (Guam CEDDERS) 
University of Guam 
Office of Graduate Studies, Sponsored Programs, & Research, 303 University Drive, UOG Station, Mangilao, Guam 96913 

Phone: 735-2466 
TDD/TTY: 734-6531 
Fax: 734-5709 
Email: nenehearing@guamehdi.org 
Website: www.guamehdi.org 


This brochure was produced by the Guam Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (Guam EHDI) Project, with 100% funding support from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, Grant #H61MC24883, and facilitated by the University of Guam Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, & Service (Guam CEDDERS). 


The University of Guam is an equal opportunity provider and employer.