Rumball

ASSOCIATIONS FOR THE DEAF

We believe that Deaf children and adults who have special needs are best served in an environment where they can understand those around them and where they are fully understood by those caring for them.

Adult Programs

The goal of our adult programs is for individuals to work towards as much independence as possible. We believe this is best accomplished in a Deaf, signing environment where both peers and support workers are either Deaf or fluent in sign language. Programs focus on teaching life skills, social interaction and independence skills in a supportive, caring environment. Residents receive job placement and employment counseling as well as enhanced life skills training to further their independence.Our services include programs for Deaf adults with complex medical needs, mental health concerns and other challenges.

Children's Programs

Our children’s programs serve Deaf youth living in an environment where their language and culture are understood and encouraged. Communication is essential for every young person. Deaf and hearing staff members are fluent in American Sign Language, allowing individuals to work through their difficulties while developing a strong foundation and positive self-image in a caring supportive atmosphere using an interdisciplinary approach. Our programs assist Deaf youth with special needs and Deaf children with developmental delays and special needs.

Day Program & Job Training

This program is designed to help participants improve basic literacy, communication and social skills and offers a variety of activities including games, crafts, cooking, field trips, classroom teaching and community involvement. The job training component allows individuals to be part of a productive environment where emphasis is placed on working as a team and developing vocational, communication and interaction skills.

Service Coordination

This important component of our service provides advocacy and support to individuals and their families. While assisting with the coordination of future planning we provide information and education to the community and assist Deaf and hard of hearing individuals in finding accommodation and employment opportunities.

Parent Relief & Respite

We provide respite beds in our residential programs in the region of Halton. The Parent Relief program provides Deaf individuals with special needs the opportunity to meet new friends and become involved in new activities in a signing environment while offering parents a break from the challenges of daily care.

Milton Day Centre
The Milton Day Centre serves a large population that stretches across a wide area from Burlington to Guelph, and from Cambridge- Kitchener-Waterloo to Orangeville. This area currently lacks adequate facilities for the Deaf. The multi-use facility provides ideal space for the many programs offered; this includes the Day Program, an open concept Common Room, and a Wellness Room and as well it serves as the administration hub for the Bob Rumball Associations For The Deaf.

ASL Classes

The Bob Rumball Associations for the Deaf is pleased to be able to offer classes in American Sign Language. Using the Signing Naturally curriculum, our non-accredited, general interest classes are designed to meet the needs of both the novice and intermediate sign language students. If you are interested in learning how to sign, chances are we have a class that is right for you.

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Bob Rumball Associations for the Deaf CHARITABLE REGISTRATION NUMBER: 131068215 RR0001