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Programs & Services
Deaf & Hard of Hearing -
Specialized Counseling and Child Abuse Prevention Services
We provide counseling and
child abuse prevention services for children who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing
and their families. Services include presentations and workshops held at schools; mental health counseling; individual, family, and couple therapy; home visits; and Domestic Violence Batterer's Treatment Program and Outreach. Services are provided by
Chriz Dally-Johnson, MFTI; Jan Jensen, ASW, MEd; Coralia Valdez, MFTI; and Evette Ybarra, ASW, in an effective and culturally sensitive manner.
SERVICES
Counseling and Support Groups for Children and Teens who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Counseling groups for teens are provided on school campuses and help members learn to cope with depression, peer pressure, and isolation and work to improve social skills, performance in school, and interpersonal relationships. The groups also focus on ending inappropriate touching and victimization, and building refusal skills.
Domestic Violence Offender Groups for Men who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Certified by Santa Clara and San Mateo counties, this 52-week program teaches members about power and control, non-violent behavior, healthy communication, and role definition. These classes are offered in ASL.
Education and Support for Parents
Additional help, resources, and advice is available to parents of children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Members work on managing anger, stress management, and developing communication skills to decrease frustration, which may prevent physical abuse and neglect of children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and their siblings. In-home services are also provided.
Through a grant from First 5 Santa Clara County, we are also providing outreach and support for parents of children aged birth to 5 who are diagnosed as being Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Parents receive home visits, resource and referral, and on-site counseling.
2007 Family Day
Internships
Fall internships are available for BSW and MSW students who are fluent in ASL. For information, please contact Evette Ybarra at (408) 292-9353, or
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who is Eligible?
Individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and their families.
Is There A Waiting List? If So, How Long?
No.
Are There Any Fees?
Fees are on a sliding-scale, and we accept Medi-Cal.
What Languages Are Spoken?
Services are offered in American Sign Language, English, and Spanish. Total Communication is available.
Where and when are services provided?
San Jose Office
950 W. Julian Street
San Jose, CA 95126
Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Services are also available at contracting schools in Santa Clara County. For sites
and hours of operation, contact (408) 292-9353 or
FOR INFORMATION
Appointments and Information:
VP 408-292-7015
TTY (408) 795-1022
Voice (408) 292-9353
rev. 04/07
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