Eligibility: Dual Sensory Loss
(vision and hearing)
Number of Individuals Served: 105 individuals
annually, approximately 8 individuals per week
Preferred Terminology: SSP/CN
Certification/Endorsement: Training is
provided but no certification or CEUs are available
Types of Service Requests: SSP/CN 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 certifications as SSPs and/or in the
area of DeafBlindness. Training for providers is online and in-person. Consumer training is currently being developed.
Program Coordination: Full-Time
Transportation: SSPs and CNs 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/CNs are paid at $25.00/hour including
mileage reimbursement.