Understanding Deafblindness: A Community Workshop
Join us for an inclusive workshop for people living with deafblindness, their families, support workers, and anyone wanting to learn more about dual sensory loss. Deafblindness exists on a spectrum and understanding its impact on communication and independence is vital.
Presenter:
Rebecca from SensesWA, who acquired deafblindness four years ago, shares her lived experience to educate and empower others. As Chairperson of Deafblind West Australians, she brings invaluable insight.
What to Expect:
- Understanding deafblindness at different levels
- Everyday communication barriers
- Inclusive strategies and helpful tools
- Lived-experience perspectives
- Open discussion and Q&A
Light refreshments will be available.
Please let us know if you require Auslan interpreting.
Additional information
Numbers are limited; please ensure you book a ticket to attend the session.
Getting to the event: Subiaco Library has limited parking bays available including two accessible bays, street parking is also available and the closest Transperth stop is on Rokeby Road stop ID: 17528. For more information on getting around Subiaco visit the city’s website.
Access and inclusion: Subiaco Library is wheelchair accessible for additional information please contact Subiaco Library on 9237 9300.
Ticket information: You are not required to bring a ticket with you. In the case of a booked-out event, names may be checked at the door.
If you would like further information, please contact the Community Development Officer (Access and Inclusion): culture@subiaco.wa.gov.au or (08) 9237 9329.