The Parent-Infant Program

Sunshine Cottage's Parent-Infant Program is for parents of children age newborn to three-years-old with hearing impairment.  The program is free of charge and includes audiological education and management (for details see Audiology Services section).

The program is parent-focused and child-driven.

• Because listening is integrated into the child's total personality through the family's natural daily routines, parents are recognized and empowered as the individuals primarily responsible for developing their baby's oral communication skills.  

The program is built around your habilitation team-you, the parent, an audio communication specialist, and an audiologist.  

• The habilitation team supports your right to make educated choices for your baby and your family.  

The program includes weekly individual meetings that focus on specific information and techniques relevant to your particular family. Group sessions provide the opportunity to learn and share more about parenting. Sessions respect the individual family's needs and schedule.

The program also provides monthly, early-evening support groups for sharing, exploring, and helping other parents through the immediate and long-term impact of hearing impairment on your child and your family. Childcare is provided for all children in your family.

The program brings together the region's brightest specialists. Audio Communication Specialists hold Master's Degrees in Education of the Hearing Impaired and are skilled in audio communication principles, practices, and strategies.

For more information on the Parent Infant Program, or to schedule an appointment, please contact us by phone at (210) 821-3718 or by email at mailto:apip@sunshinecottage.org.