Children or young people are considered to have a multi-sensory impairment when they have a dual loss to both their distance senses - hearing and vision. They may also have neurological differences and additional difficulties which cause them to function as if they have significant sensory impairment/s
An impairment of both distance senses has an exponential impact on a child or young person’s development. All children with a dual loss will have difficulties in the three key areas of communication, gaining of information and orientation and mobility.
Individuals learn and progress at different rates and times.