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DeafBlind Events
See our list of upcoming DB Central events.
National Disability Employment Awareness Month Webinar
10/8/26 10 AM - 12PM
Location: Online
Join the Michigan Department of Civil Rights as we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! During this engaging webinar, the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) will discuss disability disclosure and workplace accommodations. Disability rights advocates will also share their personal experiences with navigating workplace accommodations. Job seekers, employees, and employers will find value in this session
ASL Storytime
10/10/2026 10AM - 12 PM
Location: Redford Township District Library, 25320 Six Mile Rd, Redford, MI 48240
Family - friendly stories presented in American Sign Language. Presented by The Holley Institute.
Franklin Fall Meet-Up
10/10/26 1PM - 3PM
Location: 26425 Wellington Rd Franklin, MI 48025
Fall is in the air! Connect with other families over cider, donuts and playground fun. We can't wait to see you there! Cider and donuts provided.
Helen Keller Services' 6th Annual NDEAM Webinar
10/14/26 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST
Location: Online
What's working in disability employment right now, and where is the field headed? For National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we've brought together four national leaders who answer that question every day, from a Fortune 50 disability inclusion office to the agencies and networks that connect employers with talent. New this year: each speaker sits down for a focused spotlight conversation on their professional story, what's working now, and where employment for individuals who are DeafBlind, blind, or have low vision is headed. The webinar closes with live Q&A, giving you the chance to join the conversation.
BLV and DHH Administrator Conference: Creating Impact through Leadership
10/15/26
Location: Crown Plaza Lansing 925 S. Creyts Rd. Lansing, MI 48917
Administrators supporting programs and services for students who are blind/low vision (BLV) or deaf/hard of hearing (DHH) play a crucial role in shaping meaningful, accessible learning experiences. To strengthen that work, join us for a one day biennial gathering designed specifically for leaders in these low-incidence fields. Conference sessions will offer practical strategies, current insights, and guidance that apply to administrators at every level. Whether you lead a large, multidisciplinary team or supervise just a few specialists, this conference is designed with you in mind.
From Assessment to Instruction: Supporting Learners with Dual Sensory Loss
Session 1 - 10/15/2026 Session 2 - 11/12/26 Session 3 - 12/3/26
Location: Online
Session 1: Alternative Assessments for Deafblind Learners. Explore meaningful, alternative tools designed to inform goal-setting & functional instruction.
Session 2: Crafting Meaningful Goals for Deafblind Learners. Learn to translate assessment data into "SMART" goals that prioritize functional communication and access.
Session 3: Meaningful & Functional Instruction for Deafblind Learners. Learn to adapt standard curricula by leveraging prerequisite skills, ensuring students shift from passive recipients of instruction to active, engaged participants in their own learning.
Building Expertise with The Perkin's CVI Protocol: Live virtual workshop
10/20/26 and 10/22/26 at 11:00 AM to 2 PM
Location: Online
Building Expertise with The Perkins CVI Protocol℠ is one of the latest online workshops from the Perkins CVI Center, bringing the latest Cerebral/Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) knowledge and practical strategies directly to you! After this 2-session workshop, you will have a deeper understanding of The Perkins CVI Protocol℠ and gain confidence in completing assessments.
DHH Transition Expo
10/24/26
Location: Horatio S. Earle Learning Center, 7575 Crowner Dr. Dimondale, MI 48821
Come enjoy a day designed for middle and high school students who are deaf or hard of hearing, along with their parents or guardians, to prepare for life after high school! This event will feature a Transition Expo, where participants can meet vendors who support college, career pathways, and community connections. Interactive learning sessions will help students identify the skills they need for a confident transition.
Hands Tell Stories
11/14/26 - 11/15/26
Location: Maryland School for the Deaf - 8169 Old Montgomery Road Ellicott City, MD 21043
Featuring special guest Justin Perez, along with Edna Johnston and Ursa Rewolinski, the weekend will include hands-on opportunities to explore Visual Vernacular, handshapes, storytelling techniques, performance, and bringing stories to life.
ALL ARE WELCOME • AGES 16+ EARLY BIRD: $75 THROUGH OCTOBER 31
$95 BEGINNING NOVEMBER 1
ONE REGISTRATION NEEDED FOR BOTH DAYS
Mom's Night Inn
11/13/26 - 11/15/26
Location: Carls Family Village, 1142 Desales Dr, Brooklyn, MI 49230
Moms of children who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing or DeafBlind will spend a full day and overnight at the beautiful Carls Family Village. Enjoy and relax with meals being provided (opportunity for you to sign up to bring a dish to pass also available). All are welcome, no matter the level of hearing or the way in which your child communicates. We all support one another. Participants will be able to make a great craft to take home, hear from more experienced moms and just hang out. Spots are limited! Scholarships and payment plans available
Transition Talks - 2026 & 2027 Webinar Series presented by the Perkins Transition Center
Dates TBD for 2026 & 2027 - First event launches on October 7
Location: Online
The Perkins Transition Center is planning their 2026–2027 Transition Talks series. They are exploring a more conversational approach to transition building on past topics and events while creating something different from the many webinars already available. The goal is to create honest, moderated conversations that help participants envision multiple pathways to adulthood.
This year’s format may include:
- No recordings or presentation slides to encourage candid conversation.
- Descriptive, real-life topics connected to previous Transition Talks.
- Weekly takeaways with key ideas and resources.
- A one-hour “Transition Next Steps” follow-up with a Transition Specialist to move from listening to action.
Do you have a story to tell? If you have experience with a successful transition, self-advocacy, or a unique pathway to adulthood, join us as we create robust panel conversations that bring real experiences and perspectives to the forefront. We hope to create a space that is supportive, practical, and genuinely different—where families, professionals, caregivers, and self-advocates can learn from one another and leave with ideas for what comes next.
MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION HERE
Post-Secondary Transition: Planning for Life After School
11/17/2026 3PM - 5PM EST
Location: Online
Planning for life after school starts years before age 21. Join DILA (Deaf Independent Living Association) and Connections Beyond Sight & Sound for a practical webinar to help families understand the post-secondary transition process. Presenters will review the transition timeline, key steps leading up to age 21, and agencies and supports including DDA and DORS. They’ll also discuss services, waivers, other resources, and possibly SSI. DILA will share its programs and services and how they can support individuals and families preparing for greater independence and life beyond school.
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