Early intervention is vitally important for deafblind children. In the past, the age at which deafblindness is confirmed has varied widely. The introduction of Newborn Hearing Screening (for all babies) makes it much more likely that deafblind children will be identified when they are still very young babies. More information is available in a booklet (opens a new window) commissioned by the DfES and written by Sense for parents who have a child with multi sensory-impairment.
- Eating Practical information about the problems some deafblind children have with eating as well as practical advice on how to solve these issues.
- Personal care Practical information about personal care and the issues some deafblind children may face as well as practical advice on how to overcome these issues.
- Playing Information on different approaches you can use with a deafblind child to encourgae them to learn through play.
- Sleeping Information about how you can help your child with sleeping, including possible causes of the problem and approaches which may help.
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