The Center for Deaf-Blind Persons
The Center for Deaf-Blind Persons is Israel’s first and only center serving the estimated 1200 Israelis who have the dual disability of deaf-blindness. Deaf-blind people require extensive services tailored to their special needs, as they are able to benefit only partially from services offered by organizations just for the deaf or blind.
What’s New?
Karten Learning Center
Part of the renowned, international Karten Network (link opens new window) of Computer Training, Education and Communication (CTEC) centers, the Learning Center improves the communication skills and independence of this population through modern technology.
At the Learning Center, deaf-blind individuals learn to connect with the rest of the world and gain access to information, social contact and education through typed or videoed conversations, e-mail and faxing.
What is Deaf-Blindness?
Deaf-blindness is defined as any combination of profound or partial deafness and complete or partial loss of vision. The leading cause of deaf-blindness in Israel is Usher Syndrome, a genetic condition characterized by…
How Do Deaf-Blind People Communicate?
People who have deaf-blindness use a variety of different communication methods. Which method they choose depends upon how much useful sight and hearing they retain…