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Founded in 1963, Connect Society exists to strengthen connections among Deaf, hard of hearing and hearing people. We are a nonprofit community agency providing individuals and families with resources to help them fully participate within families, relationships and the community. We believe the ability to communicate fully is an essential and basic need. This is our purpose.

Over the years, Connect Society’s commitment to meeting the needs of families affected by hearing loss has inspired a variety of center-based and outreach services that are now responsible to a broad range of groups, needs and abilities. Connect Society’s success is built on a wide range of service programs.

Our Mission

Empowering Deaf, hard of hearing and DeafBlind children, adults and their families to engage fully within their communities.

Our Vision

Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing and DeafBlind individuals experience full, equitable lives.

Connect Society Serves

• Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and youth
• Hearing children whose parents are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
• Deaf and Hard of Hearing adults

Families of Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals

Guiding Principles

• Every individual is unique and valued for their diverse talents, attributes and abilities in all aspects of life.
• The ability to communicate fully is essential to all aspects of living.
• Individuals must have access to the communication mode that best facilitates and enhances their full participation in community life.
• We strive to empower people to access the supports they require to participate as fully as possible in all aspects of community life and fulfill their aspirations.
• Through our collective efforts the general community recognizes its responsibility to ensure all aspects of community life are accessible.
• Through healthy and strong relationships we work together to achieve success.