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Program:
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Audiology (Hearing Tests)
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Address:
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355 Lark St
Chatham, ON
N7L 5B2
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Map
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Hours:
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Mon-Thu 7:45am-5pm * Fri 7:45am-4pm
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Service Description:
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Audiologists work with clients to help them hear well * this is the only service offered at the centre to both children and adults * in-depth hearing tests are performed * hearing related counseling for clients and their families and consultation with involved caregivers is also provided
Audiology services include:
Hearing testing - Determines if there is hearing loss, the extent and what kind
Middle ear testing - To rule out hearing loss related to reasons like ear infections or excessive wax buildup
Hearing aid prescription/evaluation - To discuss the use of hearing aids, provide information and prescribe a hearing aid
Hearing aid dispensing - provides hearing aids for sale
Hearing aid re-check - checks and maintains hearing aids
Central auditory processing testing - For individuals over the age of 6, who may experience difficulties following conversations, understanding instructions, or listening in noise.
Otoacoustic emission testing - To test the reliability and function of the cochlea (organ of hearing)
Infant Hearing Program - The Ontario Infant Hearing Program identifies infants who are born deaf or hard of hearing or who are at risk of hearing loss in early childhood * the program provides parents of deaf or hard of hearing infants with the services needed to develop communication and language skills and to give them the best start in life * program is for children from birth to 6 years (Grade 1 entry) with a permanent hearing loss in Windsor, Essex, and Chatham-Kent
The following services are provided:
- Universal newborn hearing screening
- Audiological assessments and follow-up
- Communication development
- Family support services
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Application:
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Call for more information
Waiting Period: 12 months
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Children and youth 21 years and younger
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Languages:
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English * French
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Language Notes:
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French reception
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