Developmental disability & deafblindness | Hobart 2026

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A TWO DAY WORKSHOP. Both workshop days will run from 9:30am – 4:30pm.

This practical workshop is suitable for anyone with a connection to

• combined deafness and blindness,
• sensory disability, meaning one or more of the senses are affected
• complex disability

The following may find this workshop useful:

• families
• people working in therapy
• people working in education
• other service providers eg. Deaf, support work, residential care

You can ask questions and bring case studies. Content includes:

• how to recognise deafblindness
• understanding access needs
• where to find help to support the person’s senses
• hand-under-hand teaching methods
• creating shared experiences
• developing shared meaning
• learning and practicing deafblind communication methods
• resources and tools to support your learning

Guest presenters, born deafblind will also share their experiences.

Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided.