We're trying to encourage other areas to start programs. We also provide training in independent living skills from grooming, personal hygiene, to living independently in an apartment and caring for finances. Other areas are mobility, work experience, vocational services which provides individuals with work experiences and training in areas of interest. There's also a recreational department which helps individuals with necessary adaptations needed to pursue recreational interests. And all of our students also have a case manager, counselor.
Students come for an eight week evaluation.
They reside here at the center. We have a dorm. Based on the evaluation and the state sponsor and the student, training periods of thirteen weeks at a time are recommended. If an individual themselves or has a friend that has both hearing and visual condition and would like some more information about the center, we do have a 1-800 number. There are various magnification systems which allow persons with low vision to access the screen.