University of Georgia - Mary Frances Early College of Education

Child-Specific Technical Assistance for EducatorsService

The team works with a child's school team to build skills and use proven methods. It can review records, observe the child, interview team members, and give recommendations.

Deaf-Blind Child CountProgram

Each year the project completes the federally required count of Georgia children and youth who are deafblind. It emails the designated educator with steps to update records.

Family SupportService

The team shares information and resources with families and connects them with other families. They can talk about communication, social skills, planning, and times of change.

Georgia Sensory Assistance Project (GSAP)Service

A federally funded project that helps schools and families support children and youth who have both hearing and vision loss, from birth to age 21.

Registry of Deafblind Students and ReferralsService

Children and youth with combined hearing and vision loss can be registered with the project. Anyone can register a child.

Resources for Educators and FamiliesService

A list of favorite websites, articles, and groups for supporting deafblind children and youth. The team can also help connect you with a specific group.

Trainings and WorkshopsProgram

Presentations, webinars, communities of practice, an annual in-person boot camp, and custom or paraprofessional training on combined vision and hearing loss.