CCHAT Center

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$31,140 raised by 39 donors

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Meet XAVIER!

“CCHAT has been such an instrumental part of our lives ever since Ellie was 3 months old. She absolutely loves the staff and really enjoys going to school every day. Ever since her bilateral cochlear implant surgery, her language and speech have exploded. With the support and having access to CCHAT and the services they have provided over the past 4 years, it has truly made Ellie flourish in her hearing journey. I absolutely love this school and the incredible staff that works tirelessly to give our sweet babies the best outcomes when they transition into the mainstream.” Anna Afanesev, mother to CCHAT student Ellie (pictured)

CCHAT opened its doors in 1996 with the singular mission of teaching children who are deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) to develop the necessary listening and spoken language (LSL) skills required for lifelong success. Now in its 29th year, CCHAT has evolved to become the premier LSL program for children who are DHH in the greater Sacramento area. The program serves hundreds of students each year through its Rancho Cordova campus, mainstream services in local school districts, and hearing screenings throughout the region. CCHAT envisions a future where the educational, social, and vocational success of these children is not limited by their hearing loss.

CCHAT's impact is evident in the lives of our students and alumni who are thriving on their hearing loss journey. While our work begins with the first diagnosis, the true measure of success is seen years later when our alumni step out into the world with confidence. Xavier Castillo is a shining example of that journey in action. Read his story by clicking on the "Meet XAVIER!" tab above.

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Licia's BDOG Fundraiser for CCHAT

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Meredith’s BDOG Campaign for CCHAT! =]

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Scott's Big Day of Giving Campaign for CCHAT

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Kirsten McWilliams AuD

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Carter’s Big Day of Giving Fundraiser for CCHAT

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Lauren's Big Day Campaign for CCHAT

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Mission

CCHAT is a highly specialized program for children who are deaf and hard of hearing from birth through third grade, with the unique goal of developing age-appropriate listening and spoken language skills so they can successfully transition into mainstream neighborhood schools alongside their hearing peers. Utilizing essential technology like hearing aids and cochlear implants for sound access, CCHAT's dedicated, interdisciplinary team—comprising teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, speech therapists, audiologists, and instructional aides—works intensively to teach students how to listen and speak for themselves. By focusing on the development of these crucial oral communication skills, CCHAT empowers children to gain independence and the ability to thrive in a hearing world.

Needs

*Funds necessary to maintain the highly trained teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, speech-language pathologists, and audiologists who are paramount to the success of CCHAT and its students. Programs include Newborn Hearing Screening/Diagnostic Evaluations, Infant/Toddler Early Intervention Programs, Preschool Programs, Primary Programs, Hearing and Healthcare for All, and Mainstream Support Programs.

*CCHAT would like to add three members to its current Board of Directors. Areas of desired expertise include healthcare, finance, marketing, and media relations.

*Facilitate the organization and execution of fundraising events.

Equity Statement

The CCHAT Center admits students of any race, color or ethnic origin to all of the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. CCHAT does not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, hiring policies, and other school-administered programs.