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Module 1: Welcome
Introduction
System Requirements
Tips for Using this Course
What You Will Learn in this Course
What Do You Know Already?
Module 2: Introduction to Combined Hearing and Vision Loss
What You Will Learn in Module 2
What is Combined Hearing and Vision Loss?
Exponential Effects of Combined Hearing and Vision Loss
The DeafBlind Population
Ways to Make the Most of a Person's Remaining Hearing
Ways to Make the Most of a Person's Remaining Vision
What is Vision Loss?
Congenital Causes of Combined Hearing and Vision Loss
Acquired Causes of Combined Hearing and Vision Loss
Video Simulation of Combined Hearing and Vision Loss
Now You Know
Module 3: The DeafBlind Experience
What You Will Learn in Module 3
Understanding the DeafBlind Experience
Things to Remember
Personal Experiences with Combined Hearing and Vision Loss
Video Spotlights
Basic Etiquette
Functional Impacts of Combined Hearing and Vision Loss
Mobility and Transportation
Self-Determination
Participation in the Community
Self-Sufficiency and Independence
Communications
Finding the Best Way to Communicate
Communicating in Writing
Special Considerations for Specific Populations
Special Considerations for Children
Our Experience: The Cassidy Family
Tips from Parents of Children Who are DeafBlind
Special Considerations for Teens and Young Adults
Removed
Special Considerations for Adults
Special Considerations for Senior Citizens
Now You Know
Module 4: Supports and Assistive Technology
What You Will Learn in Module 4
General Types of Supports
Direct Support Services
Support Service Providers (SSPs)
The Role of an SSP
Interveners
The Role of an Intervener
Removed
Interpreters
Tips for Working with Sign Language Interpreters
Orientation and Mobility Training
Communication Instruction
Drivers and Specialized Transportation Services
Assistive Technology and Adaptive Equipment
Examples of Assistive Technology and Adaptive Equipment
Telecommunications Relay Service
Video Relay Services
Video Remote Interpreting (VRI)
Home Modifications
What Supports are Best?
Now You Know
Module 5: Where to Go for Help
What You Will Learn in Module 5
Where to Go for Services and Support
Early Intervention Services
Minnesota DeafBlind Project
DeafBlind Services Minnesota
County Social Services
State Services
Equipment Distribution Programs
State Services for the Blind
Employment and Employer Resources
Funding Support Services
General Resources for Combined Hearing and Vision Loss
Minnesota Resources
Resources for Direct Support Services, Assistive Technology and Home Modifications
Module 6: Final Thoughts
Congratulations!
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