Parent Resources

This page lists comprehensive resources for parents of Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and DeafBlind:

American Sign Language (ASL)

Clerc Center Resources

Sign Language Specialty Items

Gallaudet University Resources

ASL Classes (Alabama-based)

Assistive Technology

Clerc Center Resources

Gallaudet University Resources

Additional Resources

Auditory Assistive Technology

Visual Assistive Technology

Visual Assistive Technology Equipment: Retail

Deaf Education

Clerc Center Resources

Additional resources

Characteristics of Deaf Learners

Clerc Center Resources

Gallaudet University Resources

Journal Articles

Books

Early Intervention

Clerc Center Resources

Webcasts

Online Learning

Publications

Gallaudet University Resources

Additional Resources

Educational Resources
Educational Placement and Planning

Clerc Center Resources

Additional Resources

Assessment

Planning Tools

Instructional Practices

Clerc Center Resources

Additional Resources

Family Resource

Clerc Center Resources

Gallaudet University Resources

Additional Resources

Alabama Centers for Independent Living

Centers for Independent Living (CILs) exist to help people with disabilities achieve maximum independence in work, school, housing and every other part of life. CILs are driven by the philosophy that people with disabilities have the right and the responsibility to make choices to control the direction of their lives and participate fully and equally in their communities.

All CILs provide, at a minimum:

  • Peer Support (Organizing social activities and meetings for a wide variety of disability categories)
  • Information and Referral (Helping people get the information they need to live independently)
  • Individual and Systems Advocacy (Speaking out to pursue personal rights and in policy change)
  • Independent Living Skills Training (Education on the many elements for a successful life in the community)
  • Transition Support (Bridging high school to college and/or work, and from institutionalization to independence)

Click here to locate an Alabama CIL.

 

Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services (Vocational Rehabilitation)

The Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services has programs in the following areas:

  • Jobs – vocational rehabilitation, work incentive, day services for people with developmental disabilities
  • Independent Living – home services, services for people who are blind or visually impaired, in-home supports for persons with developmental disabilities, other supports for people with developmental disabilities, and residential living arrangements for persons with developmental disabilities
  • Education – provides educational services at the Alabama School for the Deaf in Talladega, Alabama
  • Early Intervention – provides assistance to parents of children from birth to age 3 who have disabilities or delays

Click here to locate a local office near you.

 

 

 

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind

The Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind has programs in the following areas:

  • Adult Service – Regularly scheduled appointments with clients, families, and agencies. Provides technical assistance training for Deaf and Hard of Hearing consumers. Assist with filling interpreter service requests
    Collaborates with state and community agencies to ensure consumers reach their maximum potential. Plan and participate in community education programs.
    Assist Deaf and Hard of Hearing with independent living skills. Functions as a referral and resource person.
    Develops and coordinates programs and services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
  • Education – provides educational services at the Alabama School for the Deaf in Talladega, Alabama
  • Early Intervention – provides assistance to parents of children from birth to age 3 who have disabilities or delays

Click here to locate a local office near you.

Languages and Communication

Language Acquisition

Clerc Center Resources

Online Resources

Webcasts

Gallaudet University Resources

Stakeholder Resources

Language Planning Tools

ASL/English Bilingual Learning

Clerc Center Resources

Gallaudet University Resources

Additional Resources

Legislation and Policies

Clerc Center Resources

Additional Resources

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Policy Considerations

Literacy

Clerc Center Resources

Gallaudet University Resources

Additional Resources

Books/Chapters/Articles

Literacy Programs and Tools

Phonemic Awareness

Mental Health and Social Emotional Development

Mental Health and Wellness

Clerc Center Resources

Gallaudet University Resources

Additional Resources

Social Emotional Development

Clerc Center Resources

Gallaudet University Resources

Additional Resources

Books

Multicultural Consideration

Clerc Center Resources

Gallaudet University Resources

Stakeholder Resources

Multicultural National Organization Websites

Additional Resources

Transition

Clerc Center Resources

Additional Resources