ListenSurviving the decline of bingo, Bingo World Richmond Hill is one of only 60 halls in Ontario. In 2018 alone, the gaming centre raised an impressive $1.7 million, funding 39 not-for-profit organizations in the community at that time. “Our operators Chris and...
For many Canadians, it can be difficult to imagine what it must be like to live with a combined loss of vision and hearing. For Amanda, this is the reality.Born premature, Amanda has Cerebral Palsy along with profound hearing loss and very little vision. Although she...
While checking social media platforms, browsing the internet, and navigating video/ audio streaming services are routine for some, they open many doors of accessibility for others.For Steven, a man with deafblindness, Facebook and email connect him with the outside...
Many stories about professional caregiving connect the reader to the individual receiving services and support. But for the other caregivers, the family, the impact is equally as meaningful.For Ray and Nicole Coutu, the support DeafBlind Ontario Services provides has...
Identifying the number of people with deafblindness and age-related dual sensory loss (DSL) is a vital step to promote awareness of how to support and empower people who are deafblind around the world and in Canada. It is equally as important to recognize individuals...
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