Community Intervener Program
Community Interveners work one on one with DeafBlind infants, children, and youth, and with DeafBlind adults who have additional intellectual or developmental disabilities. They provide consistent support with communication, social activities, and community involvement.
Eligible DeafBlind individuals can receive up to 14 hours of Community Intervener Program support each month.
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Who qualifies for this program?
Children under 22 years old with a documented combined vision and hearing loss, and Colorado residency.
Adults over 21 with a documented combined vision and hearing loss, and Colorado residency, who have a documented intellectual or developmental disability.
What is a Community Intervener?
A Community Intervener is a professional who:
- Has specialized skills and training to support the empowerment, social skill development, communication skill development, and concept development of DeafBlind children, youth, and adults with additional intellectual or developmental disabilities.
- Works consistently one to one with a DeafBlind individual on goals set by the individual or their family members and support team.
Community Interveners Do WITH, not For!
Community interveners do:
- Share visual and/or auditory information that might be missing or incomplete
- Support the individual in developing a communication system that is accessible to them
- Promote community integration and participation
- Grow a trusting relationship and promote social and emotional well-being
Community Interveners do not:
- Respite care
- Medical care or nursing
- Housekeeping or cleaning
- Chores or errands
Community Interveners can provide access in many areas, including but not limited to:
- Home
- Recreation center
- Religious services
- Community events
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Family outings
Community Intervener Program Advisory Group
Interested in sharing your thoughts and helping shape the future of the Community Intervener Program? Contact us to join the CIP Advisory Group.
Program Contact:
Email: dbp.cddhhdb@state.co.us
Phone: 720-457-3679