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About

North Carolina’s DeafBlind Project


The North Carolina DeafBlind Project (NCDBP) is a federally funded grant through the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) and is a collaboration between the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, Office of Exceptional Children, East Carolina University, and the Exceptional Children’s Assistance Center.

The North Carolina DeafBlind Project provides free individualized support to families of children with DeafBlindness from birth through 21 years of age. 

The following are examples of the type of assistance offered to families:

  • Information and Referrals: Access state and national resources. Receive a free resource packet.
  • Consultation: Receive individualized assistance from a Parent Educator.
  • Training: Attend state and national conferences, attend in person workshops or online webinars.
  • Networking: Meet and connect with other parents and professionals.

Team Members

Project Partners

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Click on the links below for information about these DeafBlind related topics:


Check out ECAC’s YouTube channel! You can find NC DeafBlind Project webinars
in the DeafBlind Project playlist.  

Read the latest NC DeafBlind Newsletters for Families