Children with sensory or physical needs may have a disability, such as;
- physical disability
- vision impairment
- hearing impairment
- multi-sensory impairment (both hearing and vision difficulties)
- dyspraxia
They may need specialist equipment to access learning and other opportunities available to their peers.
They may also need support to help with daily tasks such as eating or travelling. This is sometimes referred to as habilitation support.
Support available in Devon
Physical disabilities
A range of support is available for children and young people in Devon who have physical disabilities.
Sensory disabilities
There are several support services in Devon for children and young people with sensory disabilities.