By ensuring families are connected to these early intervention services and other supports, this new state program is aligned with California law that was passed in 2015 to address the early language acquisition of children who are deaf or deaf. hearing difficulties. ” Sheri Farinha, CEO and principal investigator for the HRSA grant said.

“The Newborn Hearing Screening Program illustrates the importance of early detection and intervention. By ensuring that babies have their newborn hearing screening, parents can make informed decisions about their care from the beginning, “said Congresswoman Matsui. “I have long advocated for the federal government to prioritize these initiatives. More recently, Congress passed it successfully, and the President signed my bill, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act, this legislation will be to preserve federal funds that continually support this critical work. I am pleased that NorCal Services for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing.”

“I applaud the award from this grant to NorCal Services for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing,” said Rep. Ami Bera, MD. “This grant will support its Newborn Hearing Screening Program to address the early language acquisition of deaf children. or with hearing difficulties. NorCal Services for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing has been a great activist for the Sacramento County community, they are empowering deaf and hard of hearing people throughout California. ”

Congressman Garamendi on the award: “I am pleased that NorCal Services for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing has received this well-deserved support to strengthen its services to the community. The organization will use these funds to educate, empower and advocate across our region. I am deeply grateful for the work that the people at NorCal Services for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing do every day, and I congratulate them on winning this push. ”