Parents of children who have combined hearing and vision impairments know how difficult it is to make the decision about a cochlear implant for their child. Common questions parents ask include:
- How do we know the implant will work?
- What are the results we should expect?
- What if it destroys any hearing my child has left?
- What therapies or interventions are available after implantation?
- My child has additional disabilities. Will my child benefit from a cochlear implant too?
Our project is conducting research with children throughout the United States to determine the benefits and challenges of cochlear implants for these children and to identify effective strategies following implantation that enhance communication and language development. To find out more about the project click here.
The Children Who are Deaf-Blind with Cochlear Implants Study is conducted by:
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The project would like to thank all the parents who provided pictures and stories for this web site!
This site was last updated: September 22, 2011
Determining the Benefits and Challenges of Cochlear Implants for Children with Combined Hearing and Vision Loss
Funded by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education-Technology and Media Services for Individuals with Disabilities (CFDA 84.327A). Grant H327A080045; Project Officer, Maryann McDermott. Opinions express within are those of the project/author and do not necessarily represent the position of the U.S. Department of Education.
Children Who are Deaf-Blind with Cochlear Implants
Can a child with combined hearing and vision loss benefit from a cochlear implant?
