tsusnick, Author at ConnectCenter

Learning Self-Care Skills when Your Child Has Blindness or Low Vision

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You may be considering how your child can participate in managing care for themselves and the family home. For your child who is visually impaired the encouragement and adaptations to support their independence early will support their success as they grow and build upon the skills taught now. We emphasize the importance of developing independence in […]

Skills for your Preschooler Who is Visually Impaired: Developmental

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Children are sponges that continue to learn and develop quickly! Now is the time to begin exposing your child to many different learning opportunities and experiences. We offer resources tailored for parents of preschoolers who are blind or have low vision, as develop may look different for them. This section focuses on essential developmental skills […]

 Maintaining a Strong Marriage 

Before children came into your and your spouse’s lives, you more than likely dated and enjoyed getting to know each other with your ample free time! No doubt, tides are changing. A child has surely ushered in joy, challenges, and a new normal to your marriage. Additionally, the emotional impact of finding out your child […]

Middle/High School

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Your child is growing up and becoming more independent. The next years will include many new experiences and opportunities for your child to explore their future. Whether your teen was recently diagnosed with blindness or low vision, or has been since birth, we assist in facing the challenges. We support parenting through their prepare for […]

Complex Needs

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Learn more about Deafblindness, blindness and multiple disabilities, complex needs, CVI, and ASD when blind or low vision.