Getting hearing aids at a young age is crucial but many parents can’t afford the stiff price tag. Randy Paige reports
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Board AnnouncementLatest
After a comprehensive search process, John Tracy Center’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Cathleen (Cat) Mathes as JTC’s new President and CEO. Ms. Mathes will step into this role this summer after a successful transition, as current President and CEO Gaston Kent plans to retire […]
Intro to Remote Mic SystemsNew
A child using hearing aids and/or implants relies on those devices for access to speech. It can still be difficult for a child with hearing loss to listen in noise, at a distance and with reverberation (echoes) . Remote mic systems, also called wireless systems, are designed to facilitate listening. […]
Reasons for a Remote Mic Helping a Child Listen in Noise and DistanceNew
Helping a Child Listen in Noise and Distance Speech is developed best through listening. A child using hearing aids or implants relies on those devices to hear spoken language. Listening with a device can be difficult in noise, at a distance, and with reverberation (echoes). To improve listening in varied […]
A Worldwide Center
In 1943, Louise Tracy created a movement. In the years since, we have adapted that core family-centered methodology to expand worldwide through online services — to become not just a clinic but a worldwide center of Listening and Spoken Language education. We are so grateful that you have partnered with JTC […]
Save the Date – Professional Development Workshop
The Power of Parent-Centered Practice
Obituary: Dickinson C. Ross
We at John Tracy Center are saddened to say goodbye to Dickinson Crosby Ross, who passed away last week at the age of 95. A musician, WWII veteran, active philanthropist, businessman and JTC board member for 22 years, Mr. Ross made possible some of the most critical early childhood programs […]
Honoring our roots, JTC looks forward to changes ahead
Dear Friends & Families of JTC, As we begin our 76th year in service to this community, we look forward to the changes ahead. This fall, we will transition into a new modern facility just down the street from our existing campus. We will offer the same services, staff, and […]
Picnic at the Park
Autumn “Picnic at the Park” Announced John Tracy Clinic (JTC) is holding a “Picnic at the Park” September 22, 2018, in Griffith Park, Los Angeles from 10 to 1 p.m. Current and prior families are invited to connect with one another. Everyone is asked to bring their own lunch and […]
75th Gala Celebrated Future & Past
It was quite fitting that John Tracy Clinic celebrated its 75th Anniversary Gala at Disney Studios, Legends Plaza under Walt Disney’s office. Walt Disney was one of the first and foremost supporters of our founder, Louise Treadwell Tracy (wife of the famous Hollywood legend, Spencer Tracy). Walt and Mrs. Tracy […]