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Together we are Better
The word “community” is defined as a group of people with certain commonalities, residing within a particular area. DeafBlind Ontario Services has programs and support services in remote locations and urban centres in many areas of Ontario. “Social connectedness and a...
Social Distancing when Touch is your Method of Communication
Social distancing is proven to be one of the most effective ways to reduce the spread of COVID-19. For Canadians and many across the globe, this means changes to everyday routines to minimize contact with others. However, for someone with deafblindness, touch is...
We are excited to announce that we are a 2019 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice (NEOC)!
This year, 12 organizations from across Canada fulfilled program requirements to be named a Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice. The 2019 award recipients are: 4-H Alberta Alberta Retired Teachers Association (AB) ALS Canada ALUS Canada Chilliwack Society for...
A Day in the Life of an Intervenor
“Fulfilling”, “collaborative”, and “supportive” are some of the words used to describe the role of an intervenor. A job title that is unfamiliar to many, yet a career that is on the rise. Intervenors provide visual and auditory information to individuals with...
Interview with Dr. Walter Wittich
We are pleased to highlight the work and achievements of Dr. Walter Wittich, Ph.D., FAAO, CLVT, a pioneer Canadian researcher in support of people with deafblindness. “I am not visually and/or hearing impaired, nor am I part of the deafblind community. However, I...
Spirit of the Season Year-Round
“It was 2007 and my husband, Milne, and I were out for a walk. The remodelling of a home in our neighbourhood piqued our curiosity... It looked like it was being improved with a specific purpose,” said Mary Lou Oakes. “Intrigued, we knocked on the door to learn more....
A Sense of Community
“Knox United Church are more than just our neighbours on Northumberland Street, they are a community that has warmly welcomed the people we support with deafblindness”, said Amanda Albrecht, Client Services Advocate at DeafBlind Ontario Services. Deafblindness, a...
Combined Partnership to Improve Community-Based Support Services for Ontarians with Complex Needs
Goal to improve outcomes while helping reduce strain on system Two leading, accredited not-for-profit agencies, DeafBlind Ontario Services and PHSS (Participation, Housing, Supports and Services), have formed an integrative partnership to jointly advocate for and...
Aging with Deafblindness
Aging can be a challenging time for anyone. For 71-year old Viola, aging with deafblindness means an increased need for support as her field of vision narrows and range of hearing decreases over time. Vision and hearing loss are often part of the aging process....
