Children's Centre Thunder Bay - Blind-Low Vision Early Intervention Program

The Blind-Low Vision Early Intervention Program is designed to give children who are born blind or with low vision the best possible start in life through specialized, family-centered services. Intervention Services are provided by an Early Childhood Vision Consultant (ECVC), with specialized training in early childhood blindness/low vision. The consultant teaches parents how to support their child's development in the following areas: Intentional movement (orientation and mobility) Development of motor skills (e.g. rolling, reaching, crawling, walking, and use of hands to manipulate and explore objects) Daily living skills (e.g. eating, dressing, toileting) Concept development (e.g. object identification, function, and characteristics) Social and emotional development Language and communication development How to make the most of residual vision How to use all of the senses to promote development

Infants and children up to school entry, who have been diagnosed with blindness or low vision are eligible for this program.

Infants and children

Call (807) 346-6272, or use the website.

Phone

(807) 346-6272

Website

https://www.childrenscentre.ca/en/developmental-services/blindlow-vision