VIDBE-Q Volume 67 Issue 4
those who report having home/community interveners only, most have young
adults who have transitioned out of school. Because of the success these parents
saw having intervener services for their children in school, they sought funding for
interveners after graduation.
5. If you were successful obtaining the services of an intervener, what changes
in your child have you seen as a result? (Respondents were allowed to choose
more than one answer).
• More included in the classroom/community - 48
• Increased communication - 46
• Less stressed and happier - 40
• Progress on IEP goals - 33
• Decreased behaviors - 29
Additional comments related to the child showing more:
• independence
• self-efficacy
• better social skills
• engagement
• exploration and relationships
