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Patricia Maris
Technical Assistance Specialist, Early Intervention
Services for children birth to 3 with visual impairments are available through a few independent Vision Specialists that contract with the Early Intervention providers. Early Intervention providers working with children who need a consultation or services with a Vision Specialist should follow the steps outlined below.
Send the required documents to Patricia Maris at Paul V. Sherlock Center on Disabilities:
Email: pmaris@ric.edu
Phone: 401-456-4705
Required documents:
Vision Services Referral Form (English PDF)
Process:
Appointments for functional vision assessment
If an appointment with Dr. Waldorf for functional vision assessment is needed, the Service Coordinator should speak with Lucille Gaboriault at 401-941-3322 to complete a short intake over the phone OR they can fax the referral and releases to 401-941-3356.
The required documents to be sent include two signed INSIGHT Release of Information Form/Consent (English PDF) and the INSIGHT EI Functional Assessment Referral Form (English PDF).
Patricia Maris
Technical Assistance Specialist, Early Intervention