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Systematic Hearing Performance Evaluation Process for Adolescents with Cochlear Implantation at Early Ages
Published on: March 24, 2023
Cochlear implant recipient volunteer partnerships: perceptions of an adult peer community
Carli Diffenthal1, Lidia Pottas1, Victoria Soobrayen2
1Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa.
Purpose:
To describe adult cochlear implant (CI) recipient volunteer partnerships, as perceived by CI volunteers, in terms of support and informational counselling. By exploring the dynamics of these partnerships, valuable insights are gained into the effectiveness of volunteer support systems, contributing to peer-based interventions and the overall well-being of CI recipients navigating the complexities of cochlear implantation.
Materials And Methods:
Focus group discussions were conducted with eight adult CI volunteers, and qualitative data were thematically analysed.
Results:
Four overarching themes were identified: (1) Sharing personal experiences, (2) Information broker, (3) Providing support, and (4) Recommendations for CI volunteer partnerships.
Conclusions:
Insights from CI volunteers highlight the value of peer support in enhancing person-centred audiological care. The study identifies a need for structured volunteer involvement in CI programs and marks an initial exploration of CI volunteering and mentoring.
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