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This project provided an open-access online program for caregivers of children with hearing loss to facilitate social engagement. Qualitative methods were used to conduct a needs assessment and identify areas of concern, barriers, and limited resources that affect participation in social activities. Based on the needs assessment, a 6-module website was created and published. Occupational therapy-based evidence, research, interventions, and best practices were compiled and adapted to target identified areas. Participants reported overall favorable feedback, stating an increase in knowledge, confidence, and participation.
Publication Date
Summer 2026
Publisher
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Keywords
Occupational Therapy, Deaf, deaf, hard of hearing, hearing loss, children, social engagement, social participation, social skills, environmental modifications, emotional regulation, device use, communication, access to services
Medical Subject Headings
Needs assessment, social participation, goals, caregivers, deaf, hard of hearing, children, participants, social engagement, hearing
Disciplines
Occupational Therapy
Recommended Citation
Kaletta, D., & Greer, M. J. (2026, July 1). Fostering Inclusion: Supporting Children with Hearing Loss in Social Interactions. Poster presented at the Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences. Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/otdcapstonessummer2026/4
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Poster presented at the OTD Capstone Symposium, held at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences.