About Vision Services
Eligibility
Vision services are available for children who:
- Meet State Eligibility Criteria for Vision Impairment;
- Fall between the ages of birth to 21; and
- Reside in the following counties served by the High Desert ESD/CORP: Crook, Deschutes, Gilliam, Harney, Jefferson (including the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs), Sherman, and Wheeler.
Evaluation
Highly trained specialists are available to review and interpret ophthalmology information for students with vision impairment.
Referral
Referrals can be made by physicians, Ophthalmologists/Optometrists, and school staff as well as early intervention and early childhood education programs.
Instructional Services
A wide range of services are available to support students with vision impairment in academic and social situations. These services include: Braille instruction, mobility support and development of listening skills. All specialized instruction is designed to meet each student's individual needs.
Technology Support
Students with vision impairment may be eligible for assistive classroom technology. Available resources include low vision aids and Braille materials. Read more....
Areas Served
Areas served include Deschutes, Crook, Wheeler, Jefferson, Harney, Gilliam and Sherman Counties as well as the The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs.
Deafblind Services
Support for children with deafblindness and their families is available through the regional consulting deafblind teacher. Consultation and support is also provided to the general education teacher and/or any other ancillary staff involved with developing and implementing a cohesive educational intervention program for the deafblind student. Deafblindness is an "access to information" disability and the earlier supports can be put into place, the earlier opportunities to communicate and move can be established. A team approach developed as early as possible increases the child's chance to be an integral participator in his world.