Welcome to APODC
There are around 1,000 deaf children living in the Auckland area, including some with additional physical and learning difficulties. 90% of deaf children are born into hearing families, and the majority attend mainstream school, where they may be the only deaf child.
Deaf children face very real challenges associated with being in a world designed for hearing people. Communication difficulties and isolation are common experiences, which are also profoundly felt by families and whānau.
When deaf children, youth, and their families connect, things look very different. APODC helps them connect and provides social activities, support, advice and parental education. Please help us reach more families of deaf children, so they too can receive our support.
Family Social Events
PARENT EDUCATION & RESOURCE LIBRARY
We use our networks to plan information sessions each year, where parents and caregivers can find out about topics that are important to them. Resources our catalogued on the online library so that families can find the information that they need, when they need to find it…
APODC runs a program for youth aged 12 years and up, providing opportunities to develop confidence and explore identity. Youth enjoy building relationships with peers, and older role models. APODC also runs regular coffee groups for those with young deaf children…
We partner with lots of other organisations including, Advisors on Deaf Children, Kelston Deaf Education Centre, and Auckland Deaf Society, so that parents and caregivers can access other supports, without having to hunt!…
SUPPORT & ADVOCACY
GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS
APODC offers a one-off scholarship to full members, attending secondary school to help them achieve something important to them. We can also link you to funding via Deaf Children New Zealand, and other sources….
What's On
Bringing families together to build positive nurturing relationships, with special activities just for them
Register now and roll into fun at our youth bowling event!
Strike up some friendly competition, make new friends, and enjoy a day of laughs and strikes. Whether you’re a pro or a newbie, there’s a lane with your name on it. Don’t miss out—come and bowl your heart out!
Register now to attend the third webinar in our online series hosted by Clare Best of Raising Bilinguals – Parent Advocacy
Date: Sunday 15th September
Duration: 45 minutes (plus 15 mins for Q&A)
Start Time: 7pm
In this webinar, Clare will explore practical strategies and essential advocacy skills to empower parents to navigate the various phases and seasons of the journey with your deaf child. She will also provide valuable tips and resources to help in building knowledge, confidence and the skills you need to advocate for your child (without burning out!).
