This group is for members of the Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf, Connecticut Chapter. Others who are interested in deaf and hard of hearing issues are welcome to join the discussion. Anticipated topics of interest include: hearing aids, cochlear implants, educational and social issues surrounding deaf and hard of hearing children and adults, and other appropriate topics. This list is monitored by Board Members of the Connecticut Chapter of the Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf. Individuals interested in becoming a member of AG Bell are directed to the organization website at www.agbell.org. National members who reside in Connecticut are granted joint membership in the Connecticut Chapter. Members of this list are encouraged, but not required to join AG Bell. For information about the Connecticut Chapter, please visit our website at: www.agbellct.org. Members who post inappropriate items will be permanently removed from the group. This list is not to be used for commercial purposes. Please request permission from individuals before forwarding their e-mails to non-list members.