Making – and Keeping – Friends
Like any child, those who are deaf-blind love having fun with friends. Developing friendships builds the social skills required for success throughout life. Importantly, for children who are deaf-blind, friendships can help reduce isolation and encourage independence.
However, developing and sustaining these relationships can be challenging. Often parents and educators need to get involved to help children who are deaf-blind make connections and facilitate friendships with their nondisabled peers.
To learn more about how you can support these important interactions, visit the following resources from the National Center on Deaf-Blindness:
