Early Intervention Centre for the Visually Impaired

Description
The "Early Intervention Centre for the Visually Impaired" was launched by the Department for the Welfare of Differently Abled Persons, Government of Tamil Nadu. Under this scheme, visually impaired children are identified, assessed and prepared to join main stream education. Early intervention centre for the visually impaired has been established in 6 Districts Chennai, Coimbatore, Cuddalore, Thiruchirapalli, Thiruvannamalai and Vellore.

Benefits
• Early Intervention Centre identified the visually impaired children to join main stream education.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The beneficiary child should be visually impaired.
2. The beneficiary child's age should be 6 years or below.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The parents/guardian should visit (during office hours) the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect fille…
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Step 1: The parents/guardian should visit (during office hours) the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.

Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.
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Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.

Step 4: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique id…
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Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

Required Documents
• National Identity Card of the Differently Abled.
• Birth Certificate.
• Any Other Document If Required.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the primary goal of the early intervention center for the visually impaired?
A: The primary goal of the early intervention center for the visually impaired is to identify, assess, and prepare visually impaired children to integrate into mainstream education.

Q: How many districts have established early intervention centers for visually impaired children?
A: Early intervention centers for visually impaired children have been established in six districts: Chennai, Coimbatore, Cuddalore, Thiruchirapalli, Thiruvannamalai, and Vellore.

Q: What is the age criterion for visually impaired children to be eligible for the program?
A: Visually impaired children below the age of 6 years are eligible to participate in the program.

Q: Are there specific application forms required for enrollment in the early intervention center?
A: Yes, there is a prescribed application form that needs to be completed for enrollment in the early intervention center.

Q: Which certificates need to be provided when applying for services at the center?
A: When applying for services at the center, applicants need to furnish a national identity card for differently-abled individuals and a birth certificate.

Q: Where can grievances regarding the early intervention program for the visually impaired be addressed?
A: Grievances regarding the early intervention program can be addressed to the Assistant Special Officer at the Commissionerate for Welfare of the Differently-abled, located at No.5, Kamarajar Salai, Chennai - 600 005.

Q: What services are provided at the early intervention center for visually impaired children?
A: Services provided at the early intervention center for visually impaired children include assessment, educational preparation, and support for integration into mainstream education.

Q: Are the services offered at these centers free of charge?
A: Yes, the services offered at the early intervention centers for visually impaired children are typically provided free of charge.

Q: How are visually impaired children assessed at the early intervention center?
A: Visually impaired children are assessed at the early intervention center through various methods, including vision assessments and developmental evaluations.

Q: Is transportation assistance provided for children accessing the early intervention center?
A: Transportation assistance for visually impaired children accessing the early intervention center, depending on the availability of resources and specific circumstances.