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In recognition of the achievements of people who are DeafBlind, the Helen Keller National Center for DeafBlind Youths & Adults (HKNC) celebrates the last week in June as “DeafBlind Awareness Week.” This year marks the 41st anniversary of this national advocacy campaign which has been held each year since 1984. Read more.

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Welcome to the June edition of our NC DeafBlind Newsletter for families. We invite you to join our mailing list and reach out if you would like more information, community resources or support advocating for your child! Please feel free to share this information with friends and families! If you are new to us, click on the link below to sign up for the mailing list.

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The NC Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DSDHH) offers local events, subscribe to their contact list to receive information: Click here to sign up.

From NC - EHDI (Early Hearing Detection and Intervention) Services: Check out our new Parent-to-Parent Support Group Flyer created by parents for parents. We hope you will connect with a group near you. You can download and print the flyer HERE.

Helen Keller National Center Summer Youth Programs

The Helen Keller National Center has five summer programs for young adults ages 16-23 that provide new insights into college and career options. All programs are held at their headquarters in Sands Point, New York.  Click here to learn more about the programs and dates.

What is an Intervener?

National Intervener & Advocate Association

Webinar Recording

DeafBlind Intervener Technical Assistance Package

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I Wish I Had Known

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HomeTalk

HomeTalk Español

Hold Everything

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The Division of Services for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing

This division of the Department of Health and Human Services provides services through its seven North Carolina regional centers. These services are open to Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf-Blind individuals.Family members, professionals, agencies and individuals seeking information or assistance also have access to these services. There is no charge to families. DeafBlind Program Specialist Coverage Areas

Division of Services for the Blind's (DSB) Vocational Rehabilitation and Transition Services

Did you know once a student turns age 14, they can be referred by anyone, including their parents, to apply for DSB's vocational rehabilitation and services?

List of DSB Office Locations Statewide

Division of Services for the Blind (DSB) Annual Report, 2024

Medical Eyecare Program

The Medical Eye Care Program uses every available resource to prevent blindness and restore vision in people who are at risk for losing sight or have lost sight.

Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Services (EHDI)

Use this website to learn more about newborn hearing screening, diagnosis of hearing loss, early intervention services, family support opportunities, funding, and additional resources available to help your child and family. Learn more