by Madison Smith | Jan 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
ListenThe World Health Organization has developed a global framework to describe disability, health and functioning, known as the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF). This framework helps to provide a consistent definition for...
by Madison Smith | Dec 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
ListenBright, shining strands of light adorn homes around the world. Inside, candles flicker and trees glimmer. Their opulence and beauty illuminate dark, snowy winter nights. For 21-year-old identical twins, Scott and Ian, twinkling Christmas lights are a significant...
by Madison Smith | Nov 24, 2021 | Uncategorized
ListenIt’s never too late to learn something new, gain new experiences and grow as an individual. For Val Huffman, this idea motivated her to choose a second career as an intervenor. She notes that it can also apply to the individuals she supports at DeafBlind Ontario...
by Madison Smith | Sep 17, 2021 | Uncategorized
ListenCelebrating International Week of the Deaf People Sept. 20 to 26 When Barb Downey went on a cruise for people who are Deaf, she was surrounded by 4,000 people who communicated in sign languages from around the world. While there were interpreters on board,...
by Madison Smith | Aug 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
ListenHolly Allen, one of DeafBlind Ontario Services summer students, talks about the practical experience she is getting as part of the Canada Summer Jobs program When Newmarket’s Holly Allen started her summer job at DeafBlind Ontario Services in April, she was able...
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