CNIB Deafblind Community Services
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CNIB Deafblind Community Services is one of Canada’s leading providers of specialized support and emergency services for people who are Deafblind.
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Joined May 2020
On March 14, at the DBCS Drop-In in British Columbia, we had the honour of celebrating two incredible volunteers, Penny and Eddy , as they received the King Charles III Coronation Award. Congratulations to Penny and Eddy on this well-deserved recognition! 👏🎉
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Join CNIB in championing safer and accessible journeys for people who are blind, Deafblind, or have low vision. Because everyone should be able to rely on public transit to travel door-to-door, safely and independently. Learn more at https://t.co/fkLfSaSh6s
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Did you know there are two broad types of Deafblindness? Congenital Deafblindness is a term used if a person is born with sight & hearing loss, whereas Acquired Deafblindness is a term used if a person experiences sight & hearing loss later in life. https://t.co/2QsA6I5pir
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September 23rd to 29th is International Week of Deaf People. Did you know that interpreting and intervenor services are available in Ontario for people who are Deaf, deafened, hard of hearing or deafblind? https://t.co/N3YL6V5Uel
#IWDP
@cdnhearing @CNIB_DBCS @DeafBlindON
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Today, on #InternationalDayOfSignLanguages, we’re calling on you to join our letter-writing campaign to secure sustainable funding for essential #Deafblind services in BC. 📝 If you're a BC resident, take 2 mins to send your letter & make a difference: https://t.co/Fv9CFbJj8n
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The Kerry G. Wadman Service Excellence Award is presented to a staff member who consistently demonstrates the core values of respect, empowerment, empathy, teamwork, & professionalism. This year, this prestigious award was presented to Sandra Forbes, Intervenor Specialist!
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From a trip to the grocery store, to an outing with a friend to staying active at the gym - intervenors help facilitate communication, access, and participation in all parts of daily life for people who are Deafblind. Interested in learning more? Visit https://t.co/NhWYrJbaQq
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Congratulations to Penny Bennett, DBCS Board Chair, on her induction into the Canadian Disability Hall of Fame! Penny's tireless advocacy has made a lasting impact on the blind and Deafblind community. Thank you, Penny, for your dedication & leadership! https://t.co/r4MDLg0lF9
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Helen Keller devoted her life to advocacy, activism and lifelong learning. The support she received allowed her to uplift and empower others in the Deafblind community. Happy Birthday, #HelenKeller! https://t.co/fvqUIQF1se
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Last week, several DBCS clients attended @CNIB Lake Joe - a one-of-a-kind accessible camp for people who are blind, Deafblind or have low vision. From arts and crafts to archery to pontoon cruises - there's truly something for everyone! What's your favourite camp activity?
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In Saskatoon, DBCS Client Ryan is breaking barriers for #DeafblindAwarenessMonth! 39-year-old Ryan Riehl pursues his passion for waterskiing with support from coach David Wassill and intervenor Akane. #DeafblindAwareness
https://t.co/VPnAWCvYhE
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Last week, students from schools across Ontario & Saskatchewan had the chance to participate in the #GrowingUnderstanding campaign. Students planted their flowers and participated in educational activities, and learned a little bit more about what it means to be #Deafblind.
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If you or someone you love has experienced dual sensory loss, we can help. Whether you need support with communication, accessing parts of your community, our high quality, personalized services are here to a diverse set of needs. https://t.co/afdT0iMxlE
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Did you know that there are lots of different communication methods that a person who is Deafblind might use? One method is called print-on-palm! In this communication method, letters are traced on the palm, so the user can “read” what is being written on their hand.
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Did you know that DBCS clients can attend camp at CNIB's Lake Joseph Centre? Since 1961, Lake Joe has provided unique camp experiences for Canadians who are blind, partially sighted, or Deafblind, as well as their families. To learn more visit https://t.co/4PSnzCDgbc
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Did you know there are two broad types of Deafblindness? Congenital Deafblindness is a term used if a person is born with sight and hearing loss. Acquired Deafblindness is a term used if a person experiences sight and hearing loss later in life. https://t.co/oHZ1FvGxJQ
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When communicating with a person who is Deafblind, the most important thing you should remember is to ask first. The person may appreciate assistance, but may also not need any support whatsoever. Check out DBCS' Communication Etiquette Guide: https://t.co/xxFxSFeqZu
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Cheers to @NHL for this awesome commitment to accessibility! NHL in ASL will feature live Deaf broadcasters providing real-time coverage of play-by-play and colour commentary in ASL during each game of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final. Watch on ESPN+ and Sportsnet+.
NHL in ASL will feature live Deaf broadcasters providing real-time coverage of play-by-play and color commentary in ASL for the 2024 #StanleyCup Final. The broadcast is available on @ESPNPlus & @Sportsnet+. 📺: @EdmontonOilers vs. @FlaPanthers Game 1 on Saturday, June 8 at 8p ET
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June is National Deafblind Awareness Month, and today, we're talking about #Intervenors! An intervenor communicates with a person who is Deafblind using a variety of communication methods and it takes great skill to do this in Blind Hockey! #NDBAM @CNIB
June is National Deafblind Awareness Month! Learn about the diverse communications methods with @CNIB_DBCS, including: 👐 Two-hand manual 🖐️ Print-on-palm 🤝 Tactile sign language ➕ and others! Learn more https://t.co/J3Ady5Ta6e
#NDBAM
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In honour of #DeafblindAwarenessMonth DBCS Board Chair Penny Bennett shares her experience of what it is like to live as someone who is Deafblind. https://t.co/Nl9cuyLNjF
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