DEAF SERVICES
AURORA provides a full range of services for individuals who are Deaf, severely hard of hearing or Deaf-blind so that they can enjoy free access and full participation in their community in every area of life.
SOCIAL WORK SERVICES
We can provide either short-term crisis management or long-term support, depending on the needs of each person we serve. Our team can provide assistance with benefits, financial management support, housing support and life skills education.
Systems and personal advocacy is provided to ensure accessibility to resources and services within the community, individual education and help with developing positive personal strategies. Culturally sensitive and proactive assistance for resettled individuals.
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Job seekers are assisted to find employment that matches their interests and abilities through career exploration, assessment and the development of an employment plan. When a job is found, on-site coaching support, work-site accommodations and co-worker/employer training and support are available to ensure long-term success.
Services are delivered in partnership with the job seeker and employment specialists, who are trained professionals, fluent in American Sign Language or Deaf themselves with experience in the job market and Deaf culture.
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Formal and informal programs and instruction, in-service training or community presentations on issues related to Deafness, Deaf culture and other issues of interest that impact community members who are hearing or deaf/severely hard of hearing.
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A partnership between AURORA of CNY, Inc. and Hear2 Learn Inc. provides low-cost hearing aids and follow-up support for families who qualify financially.
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AURORA is always working to build community and bring people together. Check out our Deaf-friendly events page to see what’s going on in our community.