justine coathalem

The Shepherd Centre

Get LOUD for kids with hearing loss like MAEL!

Let’s get LOUD to empower kids with hearing loss to connect, communicate, and thrive.

Our son Mael was diagnosed with significant hearing loss at 3 years. Six months ago he received a cochlear implant. His progress has been incredible, and The Shepherd Centre has supported us at every step. We want more families to have the same chance.

Hearing loss is the most common condition diagnosed at birth in Australia, and 1 in 300 children have permanent hearing loss by age 5. Half receive no specialist support.

Get LOUD with us or donate to help fund early intervention, speech therapy, and family support through The Shepherd Centre. Together, we can give every child the best possible start in life.

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Thank you to my Sponsors

$100

Justine Coathalem

$54.12

Gabrielle Saulo

$22.58

Shaineeta S-m

Thank you Mael for being so brave & strong 🩵🧸 And raising awareness to us about Loud Shirt Day! Your mum is doing a great job with you 🥰