Education and Support Services
"At one stage I had to hold back tears of relief and joy. At last Mum and Dad were getting the help they needed to make their quality of life better."
Anne Harvey, daughter of Hearing Services Client
DISCUSSION GROUPS
Participation in a Discussion Group is available to those people who have completed any hearing rehabilitation course and would like further interaction to improve skills and confidence. Discussion Groups provide a comfortable, supportive environment where participants can practice previously learnt skills and build on communication skills.
FRIENDSHIP/SUPPORT GROUPS
Friendship/Support Groups have been established to allow participants to practice leadership, communication skills, social interaction and gain information on a wide variety of topics. Programs are organised and led by the participants.
These groups are held in Adelaide, outer metropolitan and country South Australia.
VISION & HEARING SUPPORT GROUP
This support group is available for those people who have a dual sensory loss. A supportive environment is provided where participants can practice skills to assist with a vision and hearing loss. The group is co-facilitated by Hearing and Vision Services staff.