The first few months after a child has been diagnosed as having a hearing impairment can be confusing and frightening for parents. Parents may be bombarded with conflicting information and must make lifelong decisions affecting their child s education and future. Central Office provides ongoing assistance to chapters regarding specific concerns and issues particular to their communities.
Central office is instrumental in the establishment of new chapters across Canada.
Because of our large membership the Central Office can put parents in touch with other parents in their own communities to provide support and information. Iit is an informative and relevant newsmagazine for individuals, organizations, associations and businesses concerned with the welfare of hearing impaired children in Canada. Participates in Ministry consultations and meetings to guarantee that the needs of hearing impaired children and adolescents are not forgotten. Communicates the importance of the auditory-verbal therapy approach as a successful communication method for hearing impaired children. The composition of SEACs are strictly parents who represent organizations working on behalf of special needs children.