Eligibility: Dual Sensory Loss (vision and hearing)
Number of Individuals Served: 105 individuals annually, approximately 8 individuals per week
Preferred Terminology: SSP
Certification/Endorsement: Training is provided but no certification or CEUs are available
Types of Service Requests: SSP support to and from medical appointments, surgical procedures, pharmacy (after medical or surgical appointment), therapy (short-term), major public transportation (bus, train, and airport); social service agencies, AIDB functions/classes, community activities/classes, consumer organization conferences/workshops.
Training Requirements: Providers are trained by staff who hold certification as SSPs and/or in the area of DeafBlindness. Consumer training is currently being developed.
Program Coordination: Full-Time
Transportation: SSPs are able to provide transportation for consumers using a vehicle from the agency motor pool or using their personal vehicle (reimbursed mileage).
SSP Pay Rate: SSPs are paid at $26.00/hour including mileage reimbursement.