Courses

Inside the Booth and Beyond: Supporting Children who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing with Additional Disabilities

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Date: Monday, July 29, 2024

Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST

Presenters: Dr. Susan Wiley and Djenne-Amal Morris

Registration Fee:  There is no registration fee for this course

Continuing education: Attendance during the entire 2 hours is required for ASHA CEUs and/or course credit.

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Those who attended the course must complete a self-assessment and program evaluation survey during its live offering. The survey must be completed by Friday, August 2, 2024, at 11:59 PM EST.  https://gsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6XQXJrRlQgleKCq

Abstract

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The rates of disability are higher among children who are deaf or hard of hearing. The course explores the benefits and limitations of using developmental screening tools and the best ways audiologists can support families when working with children who are deaf or hard of hearing with developmental disabilities and/or medical complexities.

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Target Audience

Learning Objectives

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• Describe the rates of disabilities among children who are deaf/hard of hearing.
• Recognize the benefits and limitations of screening tools within the audiology setting.
• Implement at least two strategies of family support when working with children who are D/HH with developmental disabilities and/or medical complexity.

Time-Ordered Agenda

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10 minutes - Introduction and disclosure review

15 minutes – Overview of Deaf/HH with Disabilities

15 minutes – Interdisciplinary Collaboration

25 minutes – Cultural Reciprocity

20 minutes – Family Engagement Strategies

20 minutes – Real life application/personal stories

15 minutes - Questions and Wrap-up

Presenters

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Dr. Susan Wiley

Susan Wiley is a developmental pediatrician at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC).  Her clinical and research interest focuses on children who are Deaf with Disabilities and language interventions for children who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing with language underperformance.  She is the co-director of the CHARGE center at CCHMC and is the American Academy of Pediatrics liaison to the Joint Committee on Infant Hearing.  She is also on the advisory board of the Ohio Center for DeafBlind Education and the OCALI Center for Deafness and Blindness.

Disclosures – Dr Susan Wiley

Financial Disclosure
Dr. Wiley has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Non-Financial Disclosure
Dr. Wiley has no other relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.

Djenne-Amal Morris

Djenne-Amal Morris is a passionate advocate, trainer, and motivational speaker renowned for her ability to infuse humor and real-life experiences into her work. As a dedicated mother of a son with CHARGE Syndrome, Djenne's journey fuels her commitment to creating a world of support and empowerment for families, children, and professionals in the disability community.

Professionally, Djenne serves as the Family Faculty/Multicultural Advisor for the NC-LEND program at UNC-Chapel Hill. She brings a wealth of expertise to her role, with a BA in Psychology from Clark University and certifications in Diversity and inclusion from Cornell University and Trauma-Informed Care. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Deaf Education, Djenne continuously expands her knowledge and skills to better serve her community.

Beyond her institutional work, Djenne is the co-author of "The Art of Collaboration: Lessons from Families of Children with Disabilities" and owns a successful consulting business. She empowers individuals and organizations to embrace diversity and foster inclusive environments through workshops, training sessions, and coaching. To learn more about Djenne's impactful work and inspiring journey, visit her website at www.todaywithdjenne.com.

Disclosures – Djenne-Amal Morris

Financial Disclosure:
Ms. Morris will be compensated by Georgia State University for her time on this webinar.
Non-Financial Disclosure
Ms. Morris has no other relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.

The course will be recorded for future use. No self-guided continuing education will be available for reviewing the recorded course.

Cancellation and Refund Policy
As this course is no-cost for all participants, refunds will not be offered in the event of cancellation.
Complaints: If you have any complaints or comments, please email Megan Walsh at [email protected]
Accommodations: If you require accommodations, please email Megan Walsh at [email protected] at least 7 days before the course.