Clarke Buddies
Fun and meaningful Saturdays for children with hearing loss, led by teachers of the deaf
Students who are deaf or hard of hearing are invited to join Clarke Buddies, where they learn about self-advocacy, develop leadership skills and have fun together!
Clarke Buddies
Weekend Activities
Clarke Buddies is a fun opportunity to meet, get to know and connect on a regular basis with other children who are deaf or hard of hearing. At our in-person and virtual meet-ups, students between the ages of 6 – 17 share advice and experiences, participate in team-building activities and build a sense of community.
Meet-ups are led by experienced teachers of the deaf and young adults with hearing loss, and consist of organized activities and social time. Older students can also choose to mentor younger buddies, gaining leadership experience while being a role model to a younger student. Clarke Buddies take place throughout the school year, alternating locations between Clarke Boston and Clarke Northampton.
Pricing
Outcomes
Community-building
Reduces feelings of isolation
A sense of support
Boosts children's confidence
Establishes new friendships
Bolsters Pride
Develops leadership skills
Knowledge sharing
Our Stories
Joey
Joey, diagnosed with bilateral severe to profound sensorineural hearing loss, excels thanks to Clarke's tVisit® Teleservices.
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Eliana
Eliana participated in Clarke’s tVisit® Teleservices Program for early intervention from six months of age through three years of age.
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Revi
Revi graduated from Clarke’s Preschool Program with the tools to succeed socially and academically, entering kindergarten at a mainstream school!
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