Complex Needs

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

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Active Learning for Children with Visual Impairments

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Active Learning is an approach based on the work of Dr. Lilli Nielson, a developmental psychologist and preschool teacher. This approach is not merely about the equipment or activity. Rather, it refers to a total approach for promoting the development of individuals with severe multiple disabilities. The Active […]

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Home Life

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Discover tips and ideas to help with skills and routines at home. You are your child’s first teacher, and you know what motivates them, encourages them and how to best support them. Understanding that some skills are first taught in the home we are here to support you […]

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School and Home Partnerships

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)To support your child who is blind or low vision, establish a strong partnership between home and school. As parents, you are the experts on your child’s unique needs and can provide valuable insight into their strengths and challenges. This knowledge can help teachers know how to best […]

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Future Considerations

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Preparing for the next transition may be on your mind and have many questions. Preparing now for after high school may seem very far off. Read about steps to consider to ensure your child’s future and transition to adulthood is supported.   

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Deafblind

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)When your child has combined hearing loss and visual impairment, navigating school, supports and raising your child it is important to learn what is available to you. Our resources are to help you feel support, find additional resources and information available to you. 

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CVI

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Discover tips, resources and articles to support you and your child with Cortical/Cerebral Visual Impairment.

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Multiple Disabilities

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)We will share how to support your child who has blindness and additional disabilities with current articles and tips. 

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Blindness and Autism Spectrum Disorder

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Navigating Blindness and Autism Spectrum disorder with current information and considerations.

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