This study explores the characteristics of cultural safety in Family-Centered Early Intervention services for children who are d/Deaf and hard-of-hearing and their families (FCEI-DHH). Perspectives of 31 culturally and ethnically diverse BC families and 29 service providers were gathered through two online surveys. Analyses examined the influence of geographical location and parent self-identity (Deaf, Indigenous, racialized, marginalized, and/or belonging to a dominant group) on FCEI services, identifying areas of improvement to meet recommendations for FCEI-DHH. This study can inform the development of evidence-based practice guidelines in the delivery of FCEI-DHH and help mark progress towards achieving health equity.
Authors
- Rina Parbhakar-Dulku, MSc, RSLP, S-LP(C), BC Family Hearing Resource Society
- Jennifer L Gow, PhD, BC Family Hearing Resource Society
- Noreen Simmons, PhD, RSLP, BC Family Hearing Resource Society
- Paola Colozzo, PhD, RSLP, S-LP(C), The University of British Columbia