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Hearing Impairment

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In the U.K. about 800 children between 1 and 4 per thousand, are born each year with a significant hearing loss. Some 38% of the sensory impaired population will have multiple needs arising from one or more sensory loss and/or other difficulties. The incidence of hearing and visual loss is low, diverse and uneven.

The impact of a significant sensory loss upon the child and family can be substantial. The importance of early detection and management will help to reduce the impact of the condition on the child's overall development. The success of many children in a wide range of educational establishments is testimony to the potential which can be realised.

Hearing Impairment Parent Information Pack

This document has been designed by the Sensory Consortium Service to provide additional information to that already available from the Early Support Family Pack. It is particularly relevant for families with a new diagnosis at pre-school age.

Hearing Impairment Parent Information Pack (583KB)