2027 Early Hearing Detection & Intervention Conference
March 22-24, 2027 • Bellevue, WA
NEW FOR 2027: The EHDI Conference will be held Monday–Wednesday.
3/14/2022 | 12:00 PM - 12:25 PM | Socialization Skills for Children who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing | Room 5
Socialization Skills for Children who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing
Because of delayed language skills and fewer opportunities for incidental learning, social skills don’t just happen for students who are deaf and hard of hearing. Even mild or temporary hearing loss can delay the development of social skills. Ways of approaching socialization and social skills training will be discussed. Thoughts for achieving social inclusion in a variety of settings are offered, including community activities, school activities, peer groups, recreation opportunities, etc. The value of a mentor or role model who is deaf or hard of hearing is discussed. The presenter’s daughter is now a senior in high school, personal accounts of socialization successes and struggles are included in this session.
- Attendees will learn what socialization challenges are faced by children who are DHH
- Attendees will gain an understanding that socialization modeling starts at a very early age
- Professionals will leave with ideas to help parents work on socialization skills from the start.
Presentation:
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Handouts:
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Transcripts:
CART transcripts are NOT YET available, but will be posted shortly after the conference
Presenters/Authors
Andrea Marwah
(Primary Presenter), IL School for the Deaf Outreach, andrea.marwah@illinois.gov;
Andrea Marwah received her B.A. in Psychology from North Central College. Since her daughter’s diagnosis of hearing loss in 2002, Andrea has devoted her career to educating parents and professionals about the ADA, IDEA, and effective advocacy for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. She is a sought-after presenter both locally and nationally, speaking on topics such as special education rights and advocacy, the impact of deafness and hearing loss (especially when combined with other disabilities), socialization and Theory of Mind, and best practices for supporting children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Andrea currently works for the Illinois Department of Human Services – Illinois School for the Deaf as an outreach trainer and consultant for families and professionals serving children who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, visually impaired, or deaf-blind. She also serves as a parent advocate, helping Illinois families secure appropriate educational supports and services for their children, and collaborates closely with the Illinois Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (IL EHDI) Program. In addition, Andrea lead the Illinois chapter of Hands & Voice for 16 years. She continues her work with the organization as the IDEA Liaison for the Guide By Your Side Program, providing unbiased information, one-on-one advocacy, and IDEA support to families. She is also a national trainer for the Hands & Voices ASTra Program, a member of the Hands & Voices Speakers Bureau and a member of COPAA (Council of Parent Advocates and Attorneys). Andrea serves on numerous local and national committees and previously completed six years of service on the Advisory Commission on Disabilities in her hometown of Naperville, Illinois. She lives there with her husband, Ajay, and they are the proud parents of three young adult children—Samantha, Julia, and Andrew.
ASHA DISCLOSURE:
Financial -
No relevant financial relationship exists.
Nonfinancial -
No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.
AAA DISCLOSURE:
Financial -
Financial relationship with Illinois Hands & Voices.
Nature: travel expenses covered.
Nonfinancial -
No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.