How Do I Enroll?
Enrolling in the Guide By Your Side program is easy, confidential, and free of charge!
Parents and family members can request services in English or Spanish.
Professionals can also request services for staff or families they serve with written consent.
Click the button below to request services using our bilingual enrollment form.
Why sign up for GBYS services?
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Research indicates that the single-most important factor in predicting successful outcomes of newly identified babies who are Deaf/HH in early intervention is the active participation of their parents. (Yoshinaga-Itano, Coulter & Thomson, 2000)
Benefits of Parent involvement include higher reading scores, higher grades on homework, improved attitudes towards school, improved relationships between parents and teachers. (Donahoo, 2001)
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Helps families identify options without telling them which option to choose
Offers experience from a Parent Guide who knows what it is like to raise a child who has a hearing loss
Gives the family a chance to meet others who are traveling down the same path
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Direct parent-to-parent emotional support
Sharing information and resources in an unbiased manner
Workshops, trainings, and events for parents and children
Networking opportunities with other families
Referrals to other programs that serve children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
What does GBYS provide?
Parent and DHH Guides
Meet the team here! Guides are trained to share their lived experiences, connect with the Deaf community, provide support as you navigate educational/medical systems, assist with unbiased decision-making, explore communication options, and answer questions along the way.
Family Events
See where we’re hosting events here and join us! You are not alone. Meet other families with children who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing to build connections and foster the joy in raising our kids.
Our Video Channel
Subscribe to our YouTube Channel here to watch recorded webinars covering topics from IEPs, updates from TEA, transitions, and educational advocacy.
Resources and Information
Click here to access our helpful links to learn about financial assistance, Texas education, legislation updates, resources in Spanish, and more!
Recursos en Español
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