Agenda and Assignments

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and bullying can lead to psychological distress, causing both short- and long-term health and mental health problems. Children with special healthcare needs (CSHCN), including those who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH), face a higher risk of ACEs and bullying, which can affect their well-being. The presented study will provide important insights into ACEs and bullying for children who are DHH, DHH+CSHCN, and CSHCN using data derived from the National Survey of Children’s Health. It will also highlight how social factors influence these challenges. These findings can help shape more effective prevention and support strategies, as well as public policies, to enhance the health and well-being of these children.

Join us this Veterans Day for this presentation and discussion.

Learning Objectives:

• Review this website for a better understanding of what ACEs are and their potential short and long-term impacts.
• Review this website to better understand what is considered bullying and the prevalence of bullying in the US.

Primary Audience 

Chapter and program leaders, family-based support organizations, EHDI system stakeholders, educators, and individual family members.

Facilitator: Sara Kennedy

Guest Presenter: Alyson Ward, PhD

Dr. Ward’s extensive educational and professional background has provided her with a solid foundation in quality improvement, evaluation, research, teaching, training, and community engagement across various public health domains. She holds a Master of Science in Public Health and a PhD in Psychology with a specialization in Data Science and Research Methodology. Additionally, Dr. Ward is a certified quality improvement (QI) advisor through the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI). Currently serving as a Senior Researcher at IDRPP, Dr. Ward has spearheaded collaborative initiatives with numerous state and national programs focused on improving maternal and child health outcomes. Dr. Ward loves spending time with her family and friends hiking, mountain biking, and backcountry skiing.

 

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*What is O.U.R. Children Safety Project - (Observe, Understand, and Respond)?

Hands & Voices has created a Community of Learners, comprised of parents, family members and professionals, to explore and develop activities that will work to increase the safety and success of children who are deaf or hard of hearing. This welcoming and inclusive community of learners values participation from Hands & Voices leadership including GBYS and ASTra program staff. Through discussion and critical reflection, the group focuses on issues to increase awareness and understanding surrounding prevention of child maltreatment for deaf, hard of hearing and DHH Plus children. Together, members of O.U.R. identify and determine action steps that support others in their local communities that serve to observe and respond to instances of abuse, neglect, and bullying, as well as cohesively work to enhance policies for prevention within the systems of care serving D/HH children and families. The O.U.R Children’s Safety Project incorporates the foundation and mission of Hands & Voices, and as such guides the message of prevention throughout Hands & Voices state and provincial chapters in order to carry out the work that enables deaf, hard of hearing and DHH Plus children to reach their highest potential.

 

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