Talented teenager inspired by her surgeon to pursue a medical career
- Hearing
Saskia, who was diagnosed with profound hearing loss at birth, was inspired by her cochlear implant surgeon at four-years-old to be a doctor when she grows up.
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Who we are
At NextSense, we believe that everyone should have the power to reach their potential. That’s why we’ve been supporting people with hearing and vision loss for over 160 years.
Australia’s largest cochlear implant program
Australia’s largest cochlear implant program
We deliver Australia’s most comprehensive cochlear implant program, giving you access to leading surgeons, an expert team of health professionals, and the latest technologies, with no out-of-pocket expenses.
Sam is building himself a bright future.
Bronwyn has been instrumental in helping to shape who our son is today, and we are forever grateful to her for that.
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News and stories
Tips on supporting your child’s language development: Speechie Library Talks
- Hearing
This month, libraries around across Australia are holding workshops to share how you can support your child’s language development at home.
‘I’m back to being myself’—Lorraine’s cochlear implants reignited her zest for life
- Hearing
After more than 30 years with hearing aids, 73-year-old Lorraine Dobbie is back to doing all the activities she loves, thanks to her cochlear implant. Now, she’s helping others on their journeys.
Getting creative to raise awareness of the Deafblind community
- Vision
- Hearing
Blanketing the streets in crochet, brewing hand sanitiser, and organising outings are just some of the ways, Geoff Locock is promoting connection and raising awareness around the Deafblind community.
COVID update from NextSense—October 2021
- Vision
- Hearing
As we move towards ‘COVID-normal’, NextSense is dedicated to ensuring our services are provided to our community in a COVID-safe manner.
A joint COVID-19 message from NextSense, Guide Dogs Australia, and Vision Australia
- Vision
NextSense CEO, Chris Rehn, Guide Dogs NSW/ACT CEO, Dale Cleaver, and Vision Australia CEO, Ron Hooton, came together to share this message of safety and support for the Blind and Low Vision community.
Thomas Pattison Day—a legacy that redefined what is possible
- Vision
- Hearing
On Friday 22 October we celebrate Thomas Pattison Day, to honour an incredible man who left an immensely positive legacy for the Deaf community by opening the first school for children who are deaf.
Key findings of 10-year Australia-first research paper published internationally
- Vision
A NextSense-led 10-year report into key findings from the Australian Childhood Vision Impairment Register (ACVIR) has been published in a leading international journal
Joseph is following his dreams with support from NextSense
- Vision
Former NextSense School Support student Joseph is working towards his dream career. Currently studying a Bachelor of Medical Science, this prize winner is flying high.
Five-year-old Mary has found her dancing shoes
- Hearing
When five-year-old Mary received her bilateral cochlear implants, her Dad’s big wish was for his non-verbal daughter to experience music.
A leading centre of research and education in sensory disability
A leading centre of research and education in sensory disability
A leading centre of research and education in sensory disability
As well as our award-bearing training programs, NextSense Institute provides high-quality continuing professional education. Our program includes conferences, webinars and workshops conducted by leading experts for education and health professionals.
Apps and resources to inspire and educate
NextSense creates digital resources for families and professionals, to assist in developing communication skills for children and adults with vision and hearing loss.
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