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For families of children and youth who are deafblind

Provides:

•Information and training that can be accessed in their home at any time

•A vehicle for applying information learned directlyto their children

•Knowledge and materials thatcan enhance their abilityto advocate for their childrenand to participate effectively intheir education

• Project SPARKLE is implemented in 25 states across the country

• Approximately 420 families have participated in training

www.sparkle.usu.edu

SPARKLE WebsiteSPARKLE Website

Website ComponentsWebsite Components

Website ComponentsWebsite Components

Training Program

Training Program

Website ComponentsWebsite Components

Training Program

Training Program

Child Profile

Child Profile

Website ComponentsWebsite Components

Training Program

Training Program

Child Profile

Child Profile

Ongoing Support ~ State Facilitators

Ongoing Support ~ State Facilitators

Website ComponentsWebsite Components

Training Program

Training Program

Child Profile

Child Profile

Ongoing Support ~ State Facilitators

Ongoing Support ~ State Facilitators

Family Support & Networking

Family Support & Networking

Training Program

Training Program

Child Profile

Child Profile

Ongoing Support ~ State Facilitators

Ongoing Support ~ State Facilitators

Family Support & Networking

Family Support & Networking

Ongoing Activities

Ongoing Activities

Website ComponentsWebsite Components

Website ComponentsWebsite Components

Training Program

Training Program

Child Profile

Child Profile

Ongoing Support ~ State Facilitators

Ongoing Support ~ State Facilitators

Family Support & Networking

Family Support & Networking

Ongoing Activities

Ongoing Activities

Information & Resources

Information & Resources

Touch

Concept Development

Deafblindness

Vision

Hearing Intervention

Modules are provided to the families on DVD and are supported by the Website.

Training topics include:

Training ProgramTraining Program

The Parent Guidebook contains:

• Instructions Topic Reviews Child Profile

Evaluation Tech Tips

Training ProgramTraining Program

Supports the family in collecting data and information specific to their child.

Facilitates the sharing of information with service providers, medical personnel, and others.

Child ProfileChild Profile

Child ProfileChild Profile

Each participating state has a state facilitator who works with the SPARKLE Project and helps families utilize the program.

Edgenie BellahTexas DeafblindOutreachAustin, TX

Ongoing Support ~ State Facilitators

Ongoing Support ~ State Facilitators

State Facilitators: Help coordinate Project activities

Identify families in their state for Project participation

Provide guidance, support, and training to the families in their state

Assist in helping families access computers and other equipment as needed

Assist in child profile development as needed

Provide access to additional materials

Families can share ideas, information, and encouragement and have the support of others who are facing similar challenges.

Family Support and Networking

Family Support and Networking

Discussion Topics- Siblings- Play- Interveners

SPARKLE Listserv

Additional resources are offered for the families, including supplemental DVDs (van Dijk), printed materials, and resource manuals.

The Website also offers an interactive glossary as well as a resource section with links to related websites.

Resources and MaterialsResources and Materials

EvaluationEvaluation

• Pre-Survey

• Training Questionnaires

Ongoing ActivitiesOngoing Activities

• Webinars

• State Activities - family gatherings, boot camps, etc.

www.sparkle.usu.edu

SPARKLE WebsiteSPARKLE Website

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