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Holistic and interactive communication methods

LAHTINEN, Riitta
2005

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This research article examines the strategies and theoretical models of the function of language for improving communication for acquired deafblind people, their family members and interpreters. Different methods and techniques are examined to improve the quality of communication. This resource would be useful for professionals working with people with sensory impairments at community level

Roles and functions of the deafblind interpreter - an overview

HASSINEN, Leena
2005

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This article describes the roles and functions of the deafblind interpreter, as divided into three core elements including language transmission, guiding, and transmitting visual information. This is a useful training tool for deafblind interpreters and for people wishing to improve their communication skills for working with people with sensory impairments

Deprivation of information

O'MALLEY, Drena

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This resource discusses access to information for deafblind people who rely on interpreters. The author investigates issues like conscious/subconscious censorship and incidental information

Interpreting the physical environment for deafblind people

KIRK, Tony

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This article focuses on adaptations to the environment that can enable a deafblind person to function more effectively. The aim is to offer guidelines which will enable the person to be more self sufficient. The author also describes how to make the environment supportive of disabilities rather than providing barriers

Deafblind International

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Deafblind International is a world association promoting services for deafblind people. This website describes the aim of the association, as well as providing information about the causes and impact of deafblindness. It contains informative publications and research related to deafblindness, including guidelines for best practice for service provision to deafblind people in both English and Spanish. Links to member organisations are also provided

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