Back issues
Here you can download PDF versions of previous issues of Families magazine.
Families was our quarterly magazine for families with deaf children. While the printed magazine is no longer in circulation, we've kept some of the stories online. They're packed with inspirational real-life stories of deaf children and young people, tips and advice from parents and professionals, role models, reviews, and loads more.
Families magazine - issue 69, spring 2023
This issue included:
- Danny tells us his experience of being a new dad to a deaf child.
- How Nat and Rafael's school put in place a successful trial of of a one-of-a-kind deaf class.
- Amani's passion for flying has helped her confidence take off.
- Ashna is raising deaf awareness in medical school.
- Oliver is thriving as an outdoor activity coach and barista, all while training to become a professional triathlete.
Families magazine - issue 68, spring 2023
This issue included:
- Olivia's parents did their own research to decide whether they wanted to use technology or a sign-only approach.
- When they left Ukraine, Anna's parents knew they needed to resettle somewhere she could get support with her communication.
- Moving to secondary school, Moji felt self-conscious about his hearing aids, but now he's taking charge of his learning.
- With his passion for science and working practically, Daniel knew taking a T-Level was the right choice for him.
- Claudia is loving her new role at a large investment firm.
Families magazine - issue 67, winter 2022
This issue included:
- Ezekiel is already using music to learn, bond with his family and have fun.
- How mum Kate fought for her son Xander to get the diagnoses and support he needed.
- How Zara picked her GCSE subjects with advice from her mum, teachers and mentor.
- Grace is learning to embrace her hearing loss and everything that comes with it.
- Thanks to a supportive work environment, Mollie is confident in her role as a sales assistant.
Families magazine - issue 66, autumn 2022
This issue included:
- How mum Clarissa balanced Griffin's deafness and Down's syndrome.
- How mum Pamela chose the right school for Jasmine.
- How Daniel became a prominent campaigner for the deaf community.
- How Dom overcame a tough time to learn more about his black disabled identity.
- How Ella gets support in British Sign Language as a freelancer and actress.
Families magazine - issue 65, summer 2022
This issue included:
- How 11-year-old Santiago's mum worked with his swimming teachers to put strategies in place for him to communicate in the pool.
- Single mum Kate explains how she applied for Disability Living Allowance for daughter Holi (3).
- As a transgender man, Elliot has faced many challenges. He told us how he's proud to be the representation of diversity he didn’t have when he was younger.
- A disability employment adviser gives his top tips on finding work.
- Sisters Limerick and Lilly-Anne explain how they became kickboxing champions.
Families magazine - issue 64, spring 2022
This issue included:
- How Olive's parents decided if cochlear implants were the right choice with her additional needs.
- How Genevieve learnt to speak and sign at 8 years old.
- Ifan explains his job as an engineering apprentice.
- Parents share their thoughts on how they decided if their children should have cochlear implant surgery.
- A sleep expert shared her tips for getting a good night's rest.