The Foundation for Hearing & Speech Resources (FHSR) is a local nonprofit
connecting children with hearing loss and their families to programs and resources that support their hearing journey.
FROM OUR DIRECTOR
Kristen Van Dyke headshot b&w
Kristen Van Dyke, Executive Director
The Foundation for Hearing & Speech Resources (FHSR) develops and funds innovative programs to support Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children and Young Adults.
Hello and Happy Fall!
FHSR is very excited to announce the new FHSR Education Coordinator Program which is designed to support deaf and hard of hearing children, their families and teachers. This position, filled by Anna Tess, will play a crucial role in supporting our parents as a key resource for their child's educational needs. 
As with all of our programs and services, the Education Coordinator program will be tuition-free to families and school districts in need of these services. Read more about what the program has to offer below. Welcome Anna!  

Music Therapy starts again in January 2024 and registration is already open! Please register your 4-9 year old DHH child for the 12-week interactive small group program at one of our two locations. This will be our 3rd music therapy session and we look forward to having your child join in on the fun.  

This fall FHSR launched an awareness campaign encouraging parents and caregivers to follow up if their child did not pass their newborn hearing screening. FHSR has created a resource page on our website to help parents know the next steps and where to go for a follow up pediatric hearing test.
The 1 3 6 Awareness Campaign encourages parents to take the steps of :
  • Early Detection 
  • Early Intervention
  • For Lifelong Results 
We are proud to serve our mission of creating awareness around pediatric hearing loss with this exciting new campaign. 

Join us Nov 4th for our Cheers & Beers for Ears fundraiser at Little Owl Social Pub as we raise much needed funds for pediatric loaner hearing aid banks so no child has to go without hearing!
We hope to see you there!
Education * Advocacy * Resources
The Education Coordinator will provide in person services in the greater Chicagoland area.
Remote services will be available throughout Illinois.

FHSR is excited to announce
The Education Coordinator Program
for deaf and hard of hearing children
Starting January 2024

The FHSR Education Coordinator
will be a free resource for Parents, Teachers, Administrators & Staff

  • Technology
  • Creating Effective Learning Environments
  • Organization of In-Service on Best Practices
  • Supporting Parents to be their Child’s Advocate
Join Us in Welcoming
Anna Tess to this role
Anna brings to this role her vast experience working with
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children as both a Teacher and Administrator, along with the life experience of having hearing loss herself.
MTME
Music Therapy is returning Jan 2024
Tuition Free Music Therapy Winter Session
Saturday Mornings January 13 - April 20 2024
at 2 locations
Music Makers of Western Springs - 4332 Howard Ave. Western Springs Il


SMALL GROUP THERAPY FOR CHILDREN AGES 4 - 9
THIS FUN FILLED MUSICAL HOUR WILL ASSIST YOUR CHILD WITH SELF ESTEEM, RECEPTIVE LISTENING AND SOCIALIZATION. 
Join FHSR and the Associate Board at
Cheers and Beers for Ears
Supporting Pediatric Loaner Hearing Aid Banks
Saturday November 4th 
The Little Owl Social Pub 
3pm till Close
3747 Grand Blvd, Brookfield, IL


There will be Tito's Drink Specials, Live Music, Raffles, and Karoake!

Help us to continue our fundraising efforts supporting loaner hearing aid banks!
FHSR is looking for Board Directors!
Through their input and guidance, the Board assists in program development, fundraising, and creating community connections for children with hearing loss.  If you or someone you know might be interested in joining this group of dedicated individuals, please contact 
Kristen Van Dyke @  [email protected]
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