Supporting Individuals and Families With Hearing or Communication Challenges
A nonprofit "Center of Excellence," developing and providing hearing, speech/language, and early literacy services and programs.
At the Marion Downs Center, we value comprehensive service, individual attention, family engagement,
evidence-based solutions and a wellness approach to hearing and communication challenges.
News and Announcements
Otoxicity & Hearing Loss
By MarionDownsCenter |
Ototoxicity refers to “ear poison” and can cause hearing loss, tinnitus, and/or related balance disorders. According to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), there are five main categories…
Read More Protect Your Hearing: Music and Loud Toys
By MarionDownsCenter |
Protect your hearing or your children’s hearing when it comes to music and loud toys. – Play music at 85 dB or lower to protect your ears – Use hearing…
Read More Communication Strategies During the Holidays
By MarionDownsCenter |
The Marion Downs Center has communication strategies to incorporate into holiday gatherings. Get people’s attention first before talking Turn the TV or music volume down Take turns talking in group…
Read More Marion Downs Holiday Party 2022 Recap
By MarionDownsCenter |
Thank you to everyone who came out to our annual Marion Downs Holiday Party! We are grateful for the support from Colorado Hands & Voices, Colorado School for the Deaf…
Read More Kabul Evacuee Receives Hearing Aids at the Marion Downs Center
By MarionDownsCenter |
Bilal’s family were among the 80,000+ evacuees who arrived in the United States after the fall of Kabul in 2021. In Afganistan, Bilal struggled at home and in school. When…
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