Outreach and Education
AURORA is a premier resource and clearinghouse for information on vision and hearing loss in Central New York. We are available to individuals, groups, and area service providers for a variety of outreach & educational opportunities.
FREE PRELIMINARY VISION & HEARING SCREENINGS
A special effort is made to make free vision and hearing screenings available to individuals who typically have difficulty accessing services.
INFORMATIONAL FORUMS & WORKSHOPS
We offer expert panels, special interest topics for the communities we serve, as well as targeted programs for community providers.
IN-SERVICE PRESENTATIONS
Popular topics include: Assistive Devices for Vision and Hearing Loss, Coping with Dual Sensory Loss, Becoming Deaf Savvy, Life after Vision Loss and much more…
LOW VISION FUNCTIONAL ASSESSMENT
A professional from our agency will meet with you to give you a full low vision assessment and help you get the aids and devices to help with your daily tasks.
PATIENT EDUCATION AND SUPPORT
We will provide you with information about the risks and management of diabetic eye disease, and also any hearing loss you may be experiencing.
REFERRALS TO COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Whether you need to see an audiologist or ophthalmologist, Aurora will work with you to connect you to the best providers in our community.
SPEAKERS BUREAU
Inspirational and hope-filled accounts from individuals who have received services and have not only survived but THRIVED with a significant vision or hearing loss or both.
TRAINING OF AIDS AND DEVICES
Our team will work with you on how to properly use your new aids and devices so that you can live more independently in your home.