VIDBE-Q Volume 65 Issue 3
I mprove educational results and quality of life for children who are deaf-blind
I ncrease the knowledge and skills of educators and families
Create sustainable services
NCDB is a technical assistance (TA) center funded by the U.S. Department of
Education. We work with state deaf-blind projects and other partners to:
Tech n ical Assist an ce N at ion al Ch ild Cou n t
More personnel with training and expertise in deaf-blindness
are needed to provide high-quality
educational services.
Children must receive appropriate
education as early as possible when the brain is most responsive
to learning.
Families require knowledge, skills, and support to help them interact with, educate, and advocate for
their children.
Learn about NCDB's TA
activities and find
contact information for
your state deaf-blind
project.
Visit the I nfo Center for
resources on deaf-
blindness and
educational practices.
Access data about the
population of children
who are deaf-blind in a
detailed annual report.
In form at ion
Children and youth must have access to educational opportunities and transition planning
that lead to
post-secondary education or employment and meaningful lives in their communities.
Visit Ou
r W eb sit e
Ou r N at ion al In it iat ives
n at ion ald b .org
