DeafBlind Service program

Connect Society is proud to introduce our new DeafBlind Support Service Program, that was spearheaded by the Alberta Society of the DeafBlind!

The DeafBlind Support Service Program entails both Deaf and Hearing Support Service Providers (SSPs) who have undergone training in Orientation and Mobility, Tactile American Sign Language and basic Pro-Tactile. The SSPs support DeafBlind individuals as well as Hard of Hearing (or Late-Deafened) Blind individuals, individuals with low vision and hearing by providing transportation, accompanying the individuals in transit, as Communication Facilitators who are able to do voice-over, Tactile ASL/Pro-Tactile. The SSPs support the individuals in personal errands, social events, meetings, recreational, fitness, and many more, to promote independence and empowerment.

If you or if you know anyone who meets the criteria to obtain SSP services from our program, please contact us.

DeafBlind Support Service Training

For those wanting to serve as a DeafBlind Support Service provider Connect Society offers a training program. Please contact us for more information.

Click here to visit the training website (a new browser tab will open)

Upcoming Events!

In honour of National DeafBlind Awareness Month we have the following events happening in Calgary and Edmonton:

Self-Advocacy Tips for Deaf & DeafBlind

Connect Society is hosting a ‘Self-Advocacy Tips for Deaf & DeafBlind’ workshop in Edmonton on Saturday, March 29, 2025 1:00pm-2:00pm at Connect Society (South Entrance) 6240-113 Street, Edmonton T6H 3L2. 
For information & accessibility services contact deafblind@connectsociety.org
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Navy blue background. Self-Advocacy Tips for Deaf & DeafBlind. *Know your rights, *Decide what you want, *Express yourself clearly, *Ask for support. Saturday, March 29, 2025. 1:00pm-2:00pm. Connect Society (South entrance) 6240-113 Street, Edmonton T6H 3L2. Interpretation Services & Sighted Guides will be provided! Light refreshments will be provided! Free workshop! Everyone is welcome!! For information & accessibility services, contact deafblind@connectsociety.org. Connect Society logo on the bottom right corner.

DeafBlind Expo in Calgary 2025

In recognition of DeafBlind Awareness Month we are hosting a DeafBlind Expo in Calgary, Alberta on Saturday, June 7, 2025 from 12:00pm-6:00pm at the Alexandra Centre Society (922-9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0S4).
For information & accessibility services contact: deafblind@connectsociety.org
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Black background. National DeafBlind Awareness Month. DeafBlind Expo. Saturday, June 7, 2025. 12:00pm-6:00pm. Alexandra Centre Society, 922-9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0S4. *Workshops, *Booths, *Kids Zone, *Special Exhibition: Protactile Kids Zone* Free Admission. Interpretation Services & Sighted Guides will be provided! More information to come soon! For information & accessibility services, contact deafblind@connectsociety.org.
Connect Society logo on the bottom right corner.

To find out more information…

Roni McCarthy

Roni McCarthy

DeafBlind Support Services – Edmonton

Edmonton

Contact Roni:

How do I find out more…

Edmonton

Roni McCarthy

Roni McCarthy

DeafBlind Support Services – Edmonton

  • In Person: Visit the Connect Society on Tuesdays / Thursdays at 9am-1pm
  • 6240 – 113 Street
    Edmonton, AB
    T6H 3L2
  • bookssp@connectsociety.org