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Events at The Center for Communication Hearing & Deafness in West Allis, WI
Just received this from Kerry Malak. Feel free to contact the Center if you have any questions.
Upcoming Events from the Center for Communication, Hearing & Deafness
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2010 Gardens Luncheon & Fundraiser Cooking with Flowers - The Hidden Treasures in Your Garden
Learn how to incorporate edible flowers into your garden and your menu, to add flavor and color. Featuring guest speaker Arlena Schott, host of the TV program Garden Wise, seen on television stations across the country. Plus, enjoy networking, music, a silent auction, raffle and more. Event Emcee: Joan M. Prince, PhD All proceeds from this event support the CCHD Kellogg Child & Family program and other critical services for individuals with hearing loss. |
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Additional Information CLICK HERE to download Invitation |
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Date: Thursday, April 15 |
Listening for Life Conference with Warren Estabrooks and Karen MacIver-Lux
Techniques & Strategies for Optimal Listening and Spoken Language Outcomes for Children with Hearing Loss
Through lecture, video case study demonstrations, analysis and discussion, internationally recognized Auditory-Verbal Therapy experts Warren Estabrooks and Karen MacIver-Lux will focus on the knowledge and clinical and teaching skills required to “raise the bar” on professional delivery of service to achieve optimal outcomes in children with hearing loss.
From this exceptional learning opportunity, workshop participants will earn CEU’s and be able to:
- Identify current clinical applications of auditory-verbal practice.
- Cite examples of “generalization of effect” by parents when using techniques and strategies.
- Explain a demonstrated “schemata” for developing and enhancing auditory learning.
- Discuss selection of target, techniques and strategies, subsequent diagnostic information and parent guidance.
Date: Friday, April 30, 2010
Time: 8:45 AM - 5:00 PM (Registration begins at 7:30 AM)
Location: Hilton Milwaukee City Center, 509 W. Wisconsin Avenue
Cost: $150 (Includes boxed lunch and CEU's)
Deadline: Register by April 19
Special Parent Workshop
LISTENING FOR LIFE
with Internationally-
This special parent workshop features Warren Estabrooks and Karen MacIver-Lux, two internationally-recognized experts in Auditory-Verbal Therapy. Learn how you can help your child reach their fullest potential when choosing an Auditory-Verbal approach to learning language and how you can stimulate your child's love of language through creative activities and games. You'll also gain insight into what it's like to grow up with hearing loss and discover the importance of integrating different types of hearing technology into your child's life.
Date: Thursday, April 29
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Registration begins at 6:30 PM)
Location: Center for Communication, Hearing & Deafness
10243 W. National Avenue
West Allis, WI 53227
Registration: Please RSVP by April 16 by calling 414-604-2200 or emailing info@cchdwi.org. FREE to attend.
Kerry Malak
Communications Director
Phone: 414-604-7202
Email: kmalak@cchdwi.org
Wisconsin’s Hearing & Speech Resource
10243 W. National Avenue
West Allis, WI 53227
Phone: 414-604-2200
Fax: 414-604-7200
Website: www.cchdwi.org
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