Mission Statement

To support individuals who are deafblind to live and thrive within the community through residential and other specialized services.

 

Vision Statement

We envision and advocate for a community where individuals who are deafblind have every opportunity to reach their full potential. As a leader in the field, DeafBlind Ontario Services contributes to this vision by:

 

• Developing innovative programs while respecting the individual's choice

• Providing specialized services

• Strengthening the competencies of people who touch the lives of individuals who are deafblind

• Delivering excellence and expertise in the field of deafblindness.

 

Value Statements

RESPECT

Simply stated — whether it’s our clients, community, stakeholders or team members — we treat each other the way that we would want to be treated.

LEADERSHIP

Inspired by the spirit and determination of our clients, we are committed to achieving expectations – while always striving to exceed them.

TRUST

We thrive when we feel safe and when we know we can depend on each other for support. 

TEAMWORK

We all have something to learn and something to teach, so we accomplish more working together than we do individually.

Honorary Patron

DeafBlind Ontario Services Board of Directors is proud to announce that the Hon. David C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, has agreed to be the Honorary Patron of DeafBlind Ontario Services. His Honour has extended patronage to not-for-profit organizations in Ontario which are dedicated to improving the quality of life in the community.

 

DeafBlind Ontario Services is a proud member of Deafblind International and the Deafblind Coalition of Ontario.