About
Potomac River Clinic provides a broad range of services for clients/patients with hearing loss, all under one roof.
Our Mission
To equip children with hearing loss and their families with a foundation for lifelong learning through listening and spoken language and to build productive partnerships in research, professional training, and collaborative outreach programs to promote best practices in language learning for children with hearing loss.
Empowering Children with Hearing Loss and Their Families
As a nonprofit organization located in Washington DC, we are dedicated to supporting children with hearing loss and their families through a comprehensive array of services. Our transdisciplinary team brings together experts in audiology, auditory-verbal therapy, speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, and psychology. The breadth and depth of our experience in working with children and adults with hearing loss is not often found under one roof.
Beyond Therapy: Innovative Programs and Partnerships
- Potomac River Clinic extends its impact through partnerships with public and private organizations, delivering innovative programs and supporting professionals in the field of hearing loss. Highlights of our initiatives include:
- Our Parent Infant Program which combines early intervention services with a parent support group;
- Our Intensive Literacy Enrichment Activities for Diverse Populations (I-LEAD) Program is an intensive summer program designed to meet the needs of children with hearing loss from diverse and socioeconomically marginalized backgrounds;
- Our Community Outreach programs provide Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) Testing, hearing, speech and language screenings for young children from underserved communities in Washington DC.
Advocacy and Leadership
We are proud to advocate at local and national levels for advancements in early identification and intervention for children with hearing loss. Through our work, we aim to ensure every child has access to the tools and support they need to build a bright, connected future.
Join us in empowering families and creating a world where children with hearing loss can thrive in every aspect of life.