This time in any teenager’s life is challenging- you are getting more independent, developing you won identity/self-concept while trying to navigate the transition to life after school. If you have a hearing loss you are faced with an extra set of challenges. It is the goal of this program to help build the resilience and self-advocacy skills needed to be successful. Being part of this group will allow you to meet other teens with hearing loss, work together to overcome challenges and learn from each other’s experiences.
Hear to Live is a Group Social Skills program designed for young adults with hearing loss in grades 11 and 12. This age can be challenging for anyone but for those with a hearing loss it comes with additional hurdles. Hear to Live aims to build resilience and self-advocacy skills and provides the opportunity to meet others in a similar situation.
Hear to Live has a strong emphasis on the specific self-advocacy skills that are crucial to post-school success for young people who have hearing loss. These skills include:
Our Hear to Live program led by experienced staff is designed to help older teens and young adults in years 11 and 12 develop skills necessary for successful transition. Over the two days we aim to build confidence, social interactions, resilience, and independence in a safe environment while engaging in fun challenging activities. Opportunities are provided to connect with peers in similar situations and learn from each other’s experiences.
