New England Consortium on Deafblindness

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We are building a collaborative system that enables infants, children, and youth who are deafblind to participate meaningfully in their homes, schools, and communities.

The New England Consortium on Deafblindness (NEC) is a federally funded grant serving Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Vermont and New Hampshire, through the United States Department of Education, Special Education. Our purpose is to assist state and local education agencies in developing the capacity to serve children and youth who are deafblind. NEC provides training and technical assistance, disseminates information regarding evidenced-based practices, provides parent training and networking activities, and collaborates with local and state agencies serving children who are deafblind or at-risk.

Upcoming NEC Events

The NEC Deafblind Leadership Institute

September 19 12:00PM | Grousbeck Center This training opportunity will feature national leaders in the field of deafblindness, and highlight evidenced-based practices.

Resources

Find a directory of useful information and resources about deafblindness, related conditions, and education.

About NEC

Children who have combined vision and hearing loss (deafblindness) require specialized supports and instruction. Learn how we can help.