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Referrals are made to Anchor Center by pediatric ophthalmologists, neurologists
and early intervention specialists. A child with a determined vision loss,
whether a known diagnosis or not, should be referred to Karen Roberts, Family
Specialist at 303-377-9732 ext. 117.
Anchor Center will process all necessary information including an ophthalmology
or neurology report and then a teacher of the visually impaired will contact
the family within 4 weeks to conduct a functional vision assessment.
Things to know
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Eligibility for the infant or toddler program is dependent on the severity of
the vision loss and its impact on the child's development and access to
learning.
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Monthly home visits may be appropriate in situations where the child is too
medically involved to come to the center or there are transportation/work
challenges for the parent(s).
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Parents are encouraged to attend either the infant program or toddler program
on Mondays and Wednesdays throughout the school year.
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A commitment to attending class on a regular basis benefits not only the child
with vision loss but the parents as they meet other parents facing similar
challenges (See Parent Resources).
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Eligibility requirements for children 3-5 years of age are more stringent than
infant and toddlers. After age 3, a school district is responsible for
completing a functional vision assessment if determined necessary as a part of
the Individual Education Plan (IEP). The school district may determine that it
cannot provide the appropriate instruction to meet the child's education needs.
The child should then be referred to Anchor Center. Vision loss must be the
child's primary disability or the child must have a dual sensory loss of vision
and hearing.
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