Children with Multiple Disabilities Need the Expanded Core Curriculum, Too!

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Who Are These Learners? Among other sources, the Centers for Disease Control has estimated that over 70 percent of children with complex needs have blindness or low vision as one of their co-existing exceptionalities. These children might have one or more of the co-existing disabilities listed in the IDEA legislation including intellectual, emotional/behavioral, and specific […]

Toilet Training When Your Child Has Multiple Disabilities

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Toileting, or elimination, is something everyone does throughout the day, so helping your child achieve more independence in this area is likely to be a high priority for you and your family. If your child is consistently dry for 1-1/2 to 2 hours and can wake up from a nap without soiling, she may be […]

Future Employment Options for Your Child with Complex Needs

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Don’t underestimate the value of successful employment for your child who is blind or low vision with complex needs. Successful employment provides:  All of these contribute to a positive self-concept and a satisfying, emotionally healthy life.  Although work brings enormous benefits, finding the right job can be challenging. Rather than seeing obstacles as dead ends, […]

When Your Child Is Blind or Has Low Vision

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Discovering that your child is blind or has low vision, whether it’s a gradual development or a sudden change due to an accident or illness, can stir a complex mix of emotions. Here’s some guidance to help you navigate this journey: Your approach to discussing your child’s blindness or low vision will often set the […]