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EARLY YEARS

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Having a new child is life changing; when that child has a visual impairment it can make everything even more complex and overwhelming.

Our Early Years section contains all the essentials to guide you through the first few years of your child’s life.

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Are you the parent of a child aged 0 to 4 years with a vision impairment? We have lots coming up for this age group and would love to stay in touch.

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Having a new child is life changing; when that child has a visual impairment it can make everything even more complex and overwhelming.

Our Early Years section contains all the essentials to guide you through the first few years of your child’s life.

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GETTING REGISTERED

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While registration is not mandatory, it can make it much easier for you and your child.

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USEFUL RESOURCES

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A collection of websites, information and advice to support you in the early years.

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SENSORY TOYS & PLAY

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Find out how to make play fun and accessible for your visually impaired child.

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A WHO’s WHO GUIDE

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A guide to all the professionals who may be involved in your child’s life.

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GETTING REGISTERED

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Registering your child as visually impaired is not mandatory, however it can make it much easier for you and your child.

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USEFUL RESOURCES

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A collection of websites, information and advice to support you in the early years.

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SENSORY TOYS & PLAY

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Find out how to make play fun and accessible for your visually impaired child.

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A WHO’s WHO GUIDE

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A guide to all the professionals who may be involved in your child’s life.

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Your child opens up a whole new world of different senses. You listen harder & touch with your eyes shut, the child’s blindness changes your vision.

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“Your child opens up a whole new world of different senses. You listen harder & touch with your eyes shut, the child’s blindness changes your vision.”

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