The Parent Infant Program (PIP) incorporates family-centered practices into services for families and children birth to three with vision or hearing loss.
PIP recognizes that early identification and services for children with sensory loss can significantly optimize developmental potential.
PIP is a home-based program, foster activities in a variety of natural settings using developmentally appropriate practices. The Parent Infant Program strives to provide EI services and coordination including...
• Support parents in their efforts to understand their child’s hearing or vision loss.
• Support parents in understanding their child’s unique needs.
• Provide resources to parents to prepare their child for further education.
The Parent Infant Program is a division of the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind and a partner with the Utah Department of Health and Baby Watch – Early Intervention (BWEIP). PIP is a publicly funded program serving children and families statewide. Early Intervention Hearing and Vision Consultants from PIP provide sensory services as members of the regional Early Intervention teams. Together, PIP & BWEIP's operate under the laws and guidelines as stated by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and implement services through Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs).
Information on the ViSioN program:
ViSioN Program Information
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