Communication 101- Bridging the Gap Workshop

MissionDeafBlind Ontario Services supports individuals who are deafblind to live and thrive within the community.VisionEnriching lives one touch at a time.Values StatementsWe are:PassionateCollaborativeLeadersResilientLimitlessWe are PassionateWe are driven to empower the people we support and to celebrate their uniqueness.We demonstrate beingpassionateby:Embracing challenges and opportunities with energy and enthusiasm;Extending the reach of the people we support into the community, where they can achieve their goals, dreams and aspirations;Creating and providing unique opportunities to learn and grow; andMotivating and encouraging our co-workers, as well as the people we support, to challenge themselves every day.We are CollaborativeEngaging others makes us better. Each of us has something to learn and something to teach.We demonstrate beingcollaborativeby:Fostering partnerships with the people we support, their families, other community resources, government, funders and organizations with similar goals—locally, nationally and around the world;Committing to open communication and transparency when working with each other and our partners; andSupporting each other and seeking input from others for solutions that benefit all.We are LeadersWe set the standard and promote excellence in our field.We demonstrate beingleadersby:Constantly evolving and striving for excellence in everything we do;Mentoring, educating and encouraging ourselves and others;Generating and being receptive to new ideas;Advocating for people’s rights, beliefs and dreams; andHolding ourselves accountable to the people we support, families, employees, funders and other stakeholders.We areResilientWhen faced with challenges, we adapt and grow—becoming stronger together.We demonstrate beingresilientby:Providing holistic services that are responsive to the ever-changing needs of individuals living with deafblindness;Being proactive in identifying and addressing circumstances that may present challenges; andLearning from setbacks and being persistent and flexible in our efforts to find creative, workable solutions.We are LimitlessWe believe in endless possibilities.We demonstrate beinglimitlessby:Being courageous, open-minded and creative; andEmpowering each other to go outside the box and achieve goals and dreams.

DeafBlind Ontario Services

Sessions will start at 10am until 3pm. Light lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Communication 101- Bridging the Gap Workshop
This unique workshop provides learning opportunities for organizations or individuals who are looking to expand their knowledge and understanding of individuals with a sensory loss and communication need.
This interactive workshop will address:
• Sensory loss - Characteristics and Implications         • Total Communication Approach           
• Introduction to sign language                                     • Interactive Sensory Loss Simulations            
      (Signed Exact English)
• Communication Systems 
For more information about the Communication 101- Bridging the Gap Workshop or to join our email list for information on upcoming events, please visit us at deafblindontario.com or contact our Facilitator of Community Services by email <A HREF="fcsrv@deafblindontario.com%20" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">fcsrv@deafblindontario.com </A>or by phone 1-855-340-3267, x273

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