Does your child have a vision and a hearing loss?
We can help!
The Louisiana Deafblind Project for Children and Youth (LADBP) provides educational support to students and children (birth to 22-years) with varying degrees of combined hearing and vision losses, visual and auditory processing issues, or diagnosed progressive loss.
Services are confidential and are provided at no cost. Students can receive services regardless of their special education classification.
Family Support and Training
LADBP offers personalized guidance, educational workshops, and emotional support to help families navigate the unique challenges of raising a child with dual sensory impairments.
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Educational Guidance
LADBP supports educators in delivering effective instruction to students who are deafblind. These services include specialized training, resources, and consultations to equip teachers with the knowledge and strategies needed to address the unique learning needs of deafblind students.
Transition Planning
LADBP can assist teachers in preparing students who are deafblind for life after high school. These services include personalized planning, skill development, and connections to resources that support a smooth transition to higher education, vocational training, or employment.
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Professional Development
LADBP offers workshops, seminars, and ongoing support to enhance educators' skills and knowledge, enabling them to create inclusive and engaging learning environments for students with deafblindness.
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Referrals for Specialized Evaluations
LADBP can get families referrals for specialized evaluations that help them gain a comprehensive understanding of their child's needs. By facilitating access to these specialized assessments, the project supports parents in securing the appropriate interventions and resources to promote their child's growth and well-being.
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Deafblind Intervener Training
LADBP offers deafblind intervener training, specialized training for individuals who support children with deafblindness. This program equips interveners with the skills and knowledge to effectively facilitate communication, learning, and independence for deafblind students.
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American Sign Language and Braille Classes
Whether it's an intorductory seminar or full lesson plan, LADBP offers American Sign Language (ASL) and Braille classes to empower children with deafblindness and their families. By learning ASL and Braille, participants can enhance their ability to interact with the world around them, promoting inclusive and effective communication within the deafblind community.
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Hearing and Vision Testing
LADBP can facilitate comprehensive Hearing and Vision Testing for families to accurately assess the sensory abilities of children with dual sensory impairments. These evaluations are essential for identifying the specific needs of each child, enabling tailored interventions and support.
Contact LADBP for servicesAbout DeafBlindness
Deafblindness affects more than 10,000 children between birth and 21 years of age in the United States.
Deafblindness has over 70 known causes, including Usher's syndrome, CHARGE syndrome, meningitis, and rubella.
Appropriate education must address both the hearing and vision impairment, as well as any other disabilities that may be present.
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