Fall fun with Grandparents!

Fall fun with Grandparents!

Go on a fall walk—each child can have their own bag to collect outdoor treasures such as: leaves, sticks, berries, nuts, pinecones and more. When returning from the walk, you can sort the items by object, size and color. Leaf song—(sung to the tune of Farmer in the...
Grandparenting a child with hearing loss (or how to talk with your parents about your child’s hearing loss)

Grandparenting a child with hearing loss (or how to talk with your parents about your child’s hearing loss)

by Judith Odendahl, MAEd., LSLS Cert. AVEd. “Grandparents are a family’s greatest treasure, the founders of a loving legacy, the greatest storytellers, and the keepers of traditions that linger on in cherished memory. Grandparents are the family’s strong foundation....
Study indicates early intervention is the key

Study indicates early intervention is the key

A recent study out of University of Iowa confirms what is common knowledge in the field of Listening and Spoken Language – early intervention is the key to success.   And even mild loss can be problematic to developing essential language blocks in young...
Lucky us! Recent study indicates retirees are ready and willing to help

Lucky us! Recent study indicates retirees are ready and willing to help

St Joseph Institute has long enjoyed outstanding Board service by its committed members.  “I say it all the time but I’ll happily say it again,” says Zareena Koch, Director of Development.  “We have one of the hardest working and most...

2015 Board of Directors Gala – St Louis

Thank you for joining us at the 2015 gala!  Fill out the form below including credit card information.   Call 636-532-3211 x236 or...
Here’s where the story begins….

Here’s where the story begins….

On September 4, 1837, two exhausted CSJs finally ended their long journey from France at a small dwelling on the Mississippi River and found themselves in an unusual situation.  The priest before them did not believe they were Sisters because they were dressed in...

109th session and a sweet goodbye

Our iHear therapists build a close relationship with families not unlike home based therapists.  “I’m in their home a few times a week,” says Barb Meyers, CED and iHear therapist.  “I’ve had kids offer me ice cream through the...
AG Bell Symposium is a success for SJI!

AG Bell Symposium is a success for SJI!

A.G.Bell’s Listening and Language Symposium, “The Brain Science of Hearing” has concluded with presentations by Teri Ouellette, President; Cheryl Broekelmann, Director STL Operations; Michelle Graham, lead EI Interventionist and Jeanne Flowers, iHear...
Summertime tips for hearing aids and cochlear implants

Summertime tips for hearing aids and cochlear implants

Summer is here and that means heat and humidity, perspiration and pools—all of which can be damaging to your equipment! Additionally, some kids don’t want to take the device off. “For little kids, just tell them ‘We don’t wear these in the water. They will break”...
“I remember that one vacation….” (or how to make the experience last long after you’ve unpacked the car)

“I remember that one vacation….” (or how to make the experience last long after you’ve unpacked the car)

By Amy Knackstedt, MA, CED Are you planning a fun family trip this summer? Whether you go to the local water park or make the haul to Disney World, your vacation can be much more than just great memories. Below are a few ideas to think about as you prepare and return...