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Trusted LSL Services for Children Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Clarke Jacksonville has dedicated over 150 years to empowering children who are deaf or hard of hearing to develop listening and spoken language skills. Founded in 1867, we serve more than 1,000 children and families annually through in-person programs at our East Coast locations and remote teleservices. Our team of certified teachers of the deaf, speech-language pathologists, and audiologists delivers individualized education, family coaching, and audiological support tailored to each child's needs. We prioritize early intervention, mainstream classroom integration, and lifelong communication strategies, ensuring children achieve academic and social success alongside peers with typical hearing.

With a legacy of innovation, we combine cutting-edge technology and evidence-based methodologies to maximize access to sound and spoken language. Our family-centered approach fosters collaborative partnerships, equipping caregivers with tools to create enriched learning environments at home. Clarke's continuum of services spans infancy through college preparation, supported by research demonstrating outcomes on par with hearing peers. We maintain rigorous professional standards, adhering to ethical practices and continuous staff development to uphold our mission of transforming lives through listening and speaking.
Services
Birth to Age Three Program Teleservices Support Groups Audiology Services Auditory Speech and Language Services Summer Services Preschool Programs Mainstream Services Comprehensive Educational Evaluations Clarke Hearing Center
Highlights and features
  • We have over 150 years of experience pioneering LSL education for children with hearing loss
  • Our certified professionals deliver individualized, research-backed interventions tailored to each child's needs
  • We offer comprehensive services from infancy through college preparation
  • Our family-centered model equips caregivers to create enriched home learning environments
  • We achieve proven outcomes with children performing on par with hearing peers
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Services
Birth to Age Three Program
This program partners with families to develop infants' and toddlers' listening and spoken language skills through play-based, caregiver-coached sessions. Certified professionals guide parents in creating enriched home environments, focusing on auditory development, speech production, and early literacy. Services include home visits, parent groups, and virtual telesessions to maximize early language acquisition.
Teleservices
Our remote LSL services deliver speech therapy, teacher of the deaf instruction, and audiological consultations via secure video platforms. Families receive individualized sessions, caregiver coaching, and mainstream school support from anywhere, ensuring continuity of care. This technology-enabled approach maintains the same quality standards as in-person services while expanding accessibility nationwide.
Audiology Services
We provide comprehensive audiological evaluations, hearing aid fittings, and assistive technology support for children and adults. Our specialists optimize sound access through device management, environmental modifications, and collaboration with mainstream educators. Services include diagnostic testing, hearing protection solutions, and ongoing maintenance for optimal auditory performance in educational and home settings.
Auditory Speech and Language Services
Licensed speech-language pathologists deliver one-on-one therapy targeting articulation, vocabulary, and language comprehension. Sessions focus on developing speech intelligibility, pragmatic communication, and literacy skills through listening-based techniques. We align interventions with IEP goals while training families to reinforce learning through daily interactions and structured activities.
Summer Services
Our summer offerings maintain developmental progress through customized therapy sessions, social skills groups, and transition preparation for mainstream schools. Programs include extended school year support, private speech sessions, and multi-week immersive experiences that reinforce listening, academic, and self-advocacy skills in a nurturing environment.
People
Dr. Janice Gatty
Director of Child & Family Services
Dr. Janice Gatty has dedicated 50 years to advancing services for children who are deaf or hard of hearing, leading Clarke's Child & Family Services with expertise and compassion.
Questions
What services does Clarke offer for infants with hearing loss?
Clarke provides Birth to Age Three Programs with caregiver-coached sessions focusing on auditory development, speech production, and early literacy through play-based learning.
Are Clarke's services available remotely?
Yes, our teleservices deliver speech therapy, teacher of the deaf instruction, and audiological consultations via secure video platforms nationwide.
How does Clarke support mainstream school integration?
We offer teacher of the deaf services, classroom accommodations training, and self-advocacy instruction to ensure success in mainstream educational environments.
What audiology services are available?
Clarke provides hearing aid fittings, diagnostic testing, assistive technology support, and environmental sound optimization for children and adults.
How can families access Clarke's programs?
Contact our locations in Florida, Massachusetts, New York, or Pennsylvania, or request a free teleservices consultation through our website.