Resources

Documents

Deafblind guidance policy – This document sets out the statutory duties of the Local Authority in relation to supporting individuals with Multisensory Impairment. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/deafblind-people-guidance-for-local-authorities

Developmental journal for children with multiple needs – The Developmental Journal for Children and Young People with Multiple Needs has been produced to help families and practitioners support the achievements of children whose development is affected by multiple factors that result in challenges to learning. https://councilfordisabledchildren.org.uk/resources/all-resources/filter/transition-adulthood/development-journal-children-multiple-needs

Apps for IPad – A list I have put together of useful free IPad apps.

PMLD Link -A journal for everyone supporting people with profound and multiple learning disabilities. https://www.pmldlink.org.uk/

Websites

High contrast stories and songs – Alissa D’Souza created these videos on YouTube for her own child with additional needs. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-wZA4w-_Lz4_N_71vCzXLA

CVI journey – Free Interactive Children’s Stories with Sound Effects. https://www.cvijourney.com/interactive-stories/

Deafblind UK – We provide practical help, emotional support, help with technology, information, advice and even holidays to anyone who needs it. https://deafblind.org.uk/

The Buzz – The Buzz is the only website for deaf young people aged 8 to 18 in the UK. https://buzz.org.uk/

Activities and ideas

Sense activities – An extensive list of activity ideas the whole family can join in with. All these activities for disabled people are designed to be done at home, whenever it suits you, to get you moving, creating and exploring! https://www.sense.org.uk/our-services/activities/?_format=written-activities

BabyBeats – Discover a journey of sound, music, and voice helping your little one learn to listen and communicate. Download the free app. https://www.advancedbionics.com/gb/en/campaign/babybeats.html

Let’s listen and talk – Let’s Listen and Talk is an in-depth programme developed by specialists at The Elizabeth Foundation. https://letslistenandtalk.org/

Inclusive teaching – Free, simple sensory home learning activities. https://inclusiveteach.com/2020/03/20/150-sensory-learning-ideas/

The Sensory Projects – Sensory stories. The Sensory Projects run on the principle that with the right knowledge and a little creativity, inexpensive items can become effective sensory tools for inclusion. https://www.thesensoryprojects.co.uk/home

Active Learning Spaces – A useful page of ideas for learning at home. https://activelearningspace.org/family/activities-for-home/

Bagbooks – Free, Do It Yourself multi-sensory books. http://www.bagbooks.org/bookshop/diy