Families are integral members of the educational team of a child who is deafblind. They need to understand the various types educational services that can be provided to their child and how they function. CBSS can provide families with knowledge and skill to increase their parental involvement in educational and transitional opportunities.
Additional Resources
- IEP Meeting Checklist for Parents of Children with Deaf-Blindness
- Are Intervener Services Appropriate for your Student with Deaf-Blindness? An IEP Team Discussion Guide
Please visit our Technical Assistance (TA) and Training page for more information and how to receive support.
CHARGE Syndrome Family Liaison
CBSS collaborates with the CHARGE Syndrome Foundation to provide support to families of children with CHARGE Syndrome, one of the leading causes of “deafblindness”. The family liaison promotes connections among the CHARGE families in the state.
MD / DC CHARGE Syndrome Family Liaison: Esther Owusu, Esthertaa@yahoo.com
