An Intervenor works as an independent contractor providing direct one-on-one services to a specific consumer. These services focus on developing as much communication, daily living skills, and vocational potential as possible.

These services may be provided in any or all of three areas:

• the workplace (day program, sheltered workshop, or supported or competitive employment in the community.)
• the home environment (family home, adult group home, or supported independent living situation)
• in the community (shopping, going to restaurants, libraries, laundromats, etc)

The Intervenor becomes a language role model to improve the Deafblind person’s communication skills, a tutor, friend, advocate, and mentor.

The Intervenor Program is funded through a cooperative cash match agreement between Michigan Commission for the Blind and another agency, i.e., Community Mental Health; Intermediate School District (ISD/RESA) or other rehabilitation agency.

For more information, contact:
Michigan Commission for the Blind - DeafBlind Unit
201 N. Washington Square - 2nd Floor
P. O. Box 30652 Lansing, MI 48909
Phone: 517/373-2062 (Main Switchboard)
1-800-292-4200 (Toll-Free Answering Machine) 517/373-4025 TTY/TDD