Children’s Hearing Aid Program

Understanding the importance of this vital resource for a child’s development, AURORA of CNY has created the Children’s Hearing Aid Program (CHAP).  This program provides economically disadvantaged hard of hearing school-aged children, free to low-cost hearing aids. Along with the hearing aids, AURORA also ensures the child receives the accompanying services such as a hearing exam and on-going refits for the hearing aid(s).

By providing hearing aids, AURORA is ensuring these children can be successful in school ready and have the supports to thrive.

Pre-Vocational & Work Experience Training

Blind, Deaf, or Hard of Hearing youth between the ages of 10 and 21 receive a continuum of pre-vocational training, career exploration, work skills development and experience through a variety of programs.

Participants engage in interactive group trainings, mentorship relationships, daily living skills training, and community-based volunteer assignments.

Programs incorporate many professionals, business leaders and human resource specialists from around the region to provide participants with the latest and best practices for career and life success.

For Blind youth, they have the opportunity to participate in Work Experience Training where they receive paid summer employment opportunities.

Socialization for Blind/Visually Impaired Children & Youth

AURORA’s socialization group or “Super Kids” brings children and youth together for fun, accessible activities, and playing with others just like them!

This group also provides parents an opportunity to meet other families that face similar challenges.

Outings have included apple picking, bowling, and adaptive horseback riding.