The Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children follows an integrated service delivery model for related services. Related services are provided in natural settings, rather than through a clinical approach. Team members assist each other and share responsibilities to reinforce therapeutic and instructional interventions. The role of Student Health Services is to provide the necessary support so that students are able participate actively in their education program. This support takes the form of direct services such as administration of medication or treatment.
Licensed nurses are on campus around the clock.
They are supervised by a nurse practitioner. All students must have an identified primary care physician. The School, in turn, works with the physician to insure that a proper protocol is being carried out. However, the School does not assume the primary role in addressing health needs of its students. The School complies with State law regarding health care of minor age students.