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Combined Partnership to Improve Community-Based Support Services for Ontarians with Sensory Loss
On April 1, 2021, two not-for-profit agencies, Array Services and DeafBlind Ontario Services, will officially amalgamate to enhance specialized services for people who are Deaf, hard-of-hearing, non-verbal and deafblind across Ontario. By coming together, the two...
Seeing Life Differently
“Let them” was Anne-Marie’s response to people staring at her son, Steve. Without communication skills, Steve often screamed as a child… a form of expression. But, he could not hear the sound or volume of his frequent screams. Steve is deafblind. Deafblindness is a...
Things will be different this year, for everyone.
The sights and sounds of the holiday season are a vivid memory, relived year after year. Neighbourhoods aglow with twinkling lights, trees adorned with beautiful decorations, warm laughter of loved ones, and the unmistakable murmur of countless shoppers echoing...
Thank you Bingo World & Gaming Richmond Hill!
When you visit Bingo World and Gaming Richmond Hill, you are making a positive impact on local not-for-profit organizations, like DeafBlind Ontario Services, while enjoying hours of entertainment. Funds raised through Charitable Gaming, also known as ‘cGaming’, go...
Independence during Challenging Times
“Since the outbreak of COVID-19, I’ve had to be much more independent. I can do a lot; I am proud of this,” says David. David lives in the small town of Pic River, more than 3 hours east of Thunder Bay. He is creative, active, and a hard worker. David is also...
Research spotlight with M. Kathleen Pichora-Fuller
Research spotlight with M. Kathleen Pichora-Fuller, PhD, Professor Emerita, Department of Psychology, University of Toronto; Adjunct Professor, Department of Gerontology, Simon Fraser University; Adjunct Scientist, Rotman Research Institute, Baycrest, Toronto;...
Interview with Dr. Dawn Guthrie
Interview with Dr. Dawn Guthrie, Professor, Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education; Department of Health Sciences at Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo. Dr. Guthrie is a Research Affiliate with DeafBlind Ontario Services. Dr. Dawn Guthrie received her PhD...
Let’s Talk about Communication
Each individual with deafblindness has a unique experience interacting with the world and communicating with others. DeafBlind Ontario Services is committed to ensuring that each person at the organization has the ability and opportunity towards expressing themselves...
What does it mean to have an Accessible Home?
From walk-in closets to stainless steel appliances, fireplaces and custom cabinets, the list of coveted features in a house are endless. But, what about the elements that make a space ‘age-friendly’ and ‘inclusive’? More and more people are prioritizing accessibility...
