Hearing Helpers
What is the Program About?
The hearing helpers program helps raise awareness about hearing loss, its effects, the assistive devices available to individuals with hearing loss and the helpful support services available in our Province.
Hearing Helpers in the Community
A group of 15-20 volunteers from across the province have become Hearing Helpers in their communities allowing at least one Hearing Helper Volunteer in every health region of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Each hearing helper has completed hours of training and information with resource people and CHHA-NL staff.
Hearing Helpers are volunteers who can provide information to:
· individuals in their homes
· groups (i.e. Clubs, Associations, general interest groups)
· the families of individuals with hearing loss
· the staff in agencies which offer supportive services in the community
Helpful information will include:
· The effects of hearing loss
· The assistive listening and signaling devices that are available (HAT Hearing Assistive Technology)
· The support services and programs that are available from the Canadian Hard of Hearing
Association-Newfoundland and Labrador.
For More Information
Do you enjoy relaxed public speaking and sharing information with others?
Do you know someone who may need information on hearing technologies, or supportive services?
Do you enjoy volunteering and have as little as a few hours to spare each month?
If you answer yes to any of these questions, perhaps you would like to become a Volunteer Hearing Helper. Please contact Aimee Reardon at areardon@nfld.net or 1-709-753-0178 for more details or to receive an application form. Recruitment is on going for the fall 2009 training session.
How do I find a Hearing Helper Volunteer in my Area?
Hearing Helpers are ready to provide a very valuable service to their communities.
If you would like a hearing helper in your community to provide information to you, your workplace or an affiliated group please contact our Provincial office.