For families of children and youth who are deafblind Provides: Information and training that can be accessed in their home at any time A vehicle for applying information learned directly to their children Knowledge and materials that can enhance their ability to advocate for their children and to participate effectively in their education

Project SPARKLE is implemented in 25 states across the country Approximately 420 families have participated in training

SPARKLE Website

Website Components

 Training Program

Website Components  Training Program  Child Profile

Website Components  Training Program  Child Profile  Ongoing Support ~ State Facilitators

Website Components  Training Program  Child Profile  Ongoing Support ~ State Facilitators  Family Support & Networking

 Training Program  Child Profile  Ongoing Support ~ State Facilitators  Family Support & Networking  Ongoing Activities Website Components

 Training Program  Child Profile  Ongoing Support ~ State Facilitators  Family Support & Networking  Ongoing Activities  Information & Resources

Touch Concept Development Deafblindness Vision Hearing Intervention  Modules are provided to the families on DVD and are supported by the Website.  Training topics include: Training Program

The Parent Guidebook contains: Instructions  Topic Reviews  Child Profile  Evaluation  Tech Tips Training Program

 Supports the family in collecting data and information specific to their child.  Facilitates the sharing of information with service providers, medical personnel, and others. Child Profile

 Each participating state has a state facilitator who works with the SPARKLE Project and helps families utilize the program. Edgenie Bellah T exas Deafblind Outreach Austin, TX Ongoing Support ~ State Facilitators

State Facilitators:  Help coordinate Project activities  Identify families in their state for Project participation  Provide guidance, support, and training to the families in their state  Assist in helping families access computers and other equipment as needed  Assist in child profile development as needed  Provide access to additional materials

 Families can share ideas, information, and encouragement and have the support of others who are facing similar challenges. Family Support and Networking  Discussion Topics - Siblings - Play - Interveners SPARKLE Listserv

 Additional resources are offered for the families, including supplemental DVDs (van Dijk), printed materials, and resource manuals.  The Website also offers an interactive glossary as well as a resource section with links to related websites. Resources and Materials

Evaluation Pre-Survey Training Questionnaires Ongoing Activities Webinars State Activities - family gatherings, boot camps, etc.

SPARKLE Website