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DeafBlind Events
See our list of upcoming DB Central events.
DHH+ Parent Connection
Date: 10/29/26
Time: 7:30 PM to 9 PM ET
Location: Online
Connect with others navigating raising a child that is DHH with additional diagnoses.
Hands Tell Stories
Dates: 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 and up.
Early bird registration: $75 through October 31
Registration: $95 beginning November 1
Only one registration needed for both days.
Mom's Night Inn
Dates: 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
For their 2026-2027 Transition Talk Series, Perkins School for the Blind will be 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.
Location: Online
All sessions take place from 6:00-7:00 PM.
The 2026-2027 workshop series includes:
- October 7: Lived Experience: Whose Transition Is It Anyways? Youth Voices Leading the Way
- November 4: "What I Wish I Knew" - Unexpected Pathways
- January 6: Embracing the Unknown in the Parent Journey: A Watch-along Conversation with Amy Brenneman & Her Daughter
- February 3: Beyond 22: Navigating Complex Medical Needs and Adult Systems
- April 7: System Navigation & Family Advocacy Frameworks
- May 4: Setting the Mindset: Dignity of Risk & Parent Resilience
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.
Post-Secondary Transition: Planning for Life After School
Date: 11/17/2026
Time: 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.
Holiday Deep Dive Series
Session #1: "The Quiet Whisper: Navigating Complex Holiday Emotions Without Guilt" Nov 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m. EST
Session #2: "The Wind’s Momentum: Designing a Sustainable Holiday Rhythm for You and Your Family" Dec 8, 6:30-8:30 p.m. EST
Location: Online
Navigating the holiday season with a child with disabilities requires intentional planning to ensure the experience is joyful rather than overwhelming. This two-session deep dive provides practical strategies to support both your child and your family. This continued series shifts toward reshaping holiday expectations, communication with relatives, and preserving caregiver well-being.
Redefine Gift-Giving: Streamline opening presents or choose low-stimulus, high-engagement items to prevent sensory fatigue and behavioral overwhelm.
Educate Extended Family: Share a brief, positive guide with relatives ahead of time outlining your child's specific communication methods, triggers, and calming techniques.
Embrace Flexible Timing: Give your family permission to leave events early, celebrate on alternative days, or drop rigid holiday traditions entirely.
Key Takeaway: The ultimate goal of the holidays is connection and joy, not perfection. Tailoring traditions to fit your child's unique needs makes the season magical for everyone.
Canton Library Meet-Up
Date: 11/21/26
Location: Canton Public Library, Friends Activity Room
It's getting chillier outside - but its cozy in the library!
Join Drea, a Michigan Hands & Voices Parent Guide at the Canton Public Library for a meet-up. Kids will make bookmarks, craft, read and connect.
Paraeducators Hold the Keys - Unlocking Student Success and Belonging
Dates:
- February 19, 2027
- February 20, 2027
- February 21, 2027
Location: Online
Attend the 39th National NRCP Virtual Conference and join educators, families, administrators, service providers, association leaders, and policy professionals from across the nation for three days of learning, collaboration, networking, and inspiration focused on supporting student achievement, belonging, and educational excellence. Click the button below for more information and registration.
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