ODBP

For Professionals

So, you are serving a child with deafblindess. Now what? This page offers a look at key aspects of deafblindness, including communication, as well as resources that will help you best serve your child. We are always looking for new research and strategies, so please feel free to share what you know or have learned along your journey.

Communication

Communication is the cornerstone for working with children with deafblindness, and is absolutely vital for best outcomes.

Open Hands, Open Access: Deaf-Blind Intervener Modules

The National Center on Deafblindness provides modules for learning more about deafblindness and how to work with these children. The Oregon project can offer support for those interested in completing the modules.

Teacher Competencies

Guidelines, competencies, and resources for teaching children with deafblindness are offered by The Research Institute at Western Oregon University, the Council for Exceptional Children, and the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired.

Western Oregon University’s Land Acknowledgement
Western Oregon University in Monmouth, OR is located within the traditional homelands of the Luckiamute Band of Kalapuya. Following the Willamette Valley Treaty of 1855 (Kalapuya etc. Treaty), Kalapuya people were forcibly removed to reservations in Western Oregon. Today, living descendants of these people are a part of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Community of Oregon and the Confederated Tribes of the Siletz Indians.

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Research & Resource Center with Deaf* communities

ODBP

For Professionals

Communication

Open Hands, Open Access: Deaf-Blind Intervener Modules

Teacher Competencies

Tools

Resources