The Colorado Hearing Resource Coordinator (CO-Hear Coordinator) is a trained professional who works with children who are deaf and hard of hearing and their families.  The CO-Hear Coordinator is also knowledgeable about systems and resources within a given community.  This individual works closely with other agencies and organizations in an attempt to provide a comprehensive system within the community to serve the needs of each family. The role of the CO-Hear Coordinator is to provide families with young children who are deaf or hard of hearing support and unbiased information, empowering them to make informed decisions for their child.  CO-Hear Coordinator services are offered to all families in Colorado with children (newborn-age 3) who are deaf or hard of hearing and families with newly-identified children (over age 3), regardless of income or funding source.

CO-Hear Coordinator Services:  

Home visits may include:

• Discussions and demonstrations of communication approaches
• Explanation of programs specific to the needs of children who are deaf and hard of hearing
• Emotional support
• Connections to other resources within the community
• Service coordination
• Educational materials and resources
• Representation at IFSP meetings

Consultations with school districts during transition (starting at 2 1/2 years of age)

Connection to Colorado Families for Hands and Voices, The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Connections Program and other programs and services in Colorado

For more information, please contact Dinah Beams, Program Coordinator, Colorado Home Intervention Program