National Family Association for DeafBlind

08/30/2026

Training for 140.6 miles doesn't always go according to plan. A roadblock for our IRONMAN today meant adjusting the plan - but not the ultimate goal! 🏊🏼‍♀️🚴🏼‍♀️🏃🏾‍♂️

Taka is a dad who is doing this for DeafBlind individuals and families across the country, like his own! Help us get behind him and make those miles count!

Go to www.NFADB.org to learn about our fundraiser, donate, and carry this mission to the finish line! 💛🤟🏼

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Image description: Taka checks in during an outdoor training session on a bright, sunny day. Wearing a neon yellow running cap, reflective sunglasses, and a red-and-navy biking jersey, he moves along a road surrounded by green fields as he speaks. He shares an update after hitting a roadblock in his IRONMAN training, explaining how he adjusted his plan and kept moving forward.

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08/28/2026

Possibility. Advocacy. Momentum. 🔥

Just a few words that come to mind as the NFADB board looks ahead to the future of our organization. Join us this Tuesday to hear how NFADB’s landscape is changing and evolving! 🤟

2026 NFADB Annual General Membership Meeting

📅 Tuesday, September 1
🕖 7 - 8:30 PM EST

Register via this link: http://nfadb.org/event-6768156

We hope to see you there!

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Video description:

A vertical video with two speakers on screen. The main speaker fills most of the frame — a woman with light brown hair pulled back, wearing a dark open button-up shirt over a black t-shirt, standing against a navy blue backdrop. She is the ASL interpreter, signing directly to camera. In the bottom-left corner, a smaller inset video shows a second woman speaking. She has long brown hair is wearing a denim top. Bold white and yellow captions appear at the bottom of the screen throughout.

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08/19/2026

We couldn't resist joining this trend... Because our DeafBlind loved ones are definitely kinda chic 💛🤟🏼

And you know what's VERY chic?! Supporting a dad who is taking on the Ironman challenge to spread DeafBlind awareness and raise funds for NFADB.

Every mile is for families and to help us move our mission forward! Visit nfadb.org for more info and to donate!



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Image Descriptions:

Image One: A young boy in glasses and an orange shirt reaches toward a toy race track while wearing tubing connected to sound booth equipment. Text: “Kinda chic to brave this sound booth.”
Image Two: A girl with a white cane descends stone steps outside an arched stone building, holding a railing. Text: “Kinda chic to use a white cane for safe, independent navigation.”
Image Three: A woman guides a young girl’s hands into a water bin with a ball, using hand-under-hand technique outdoors. Text: “Kinda chic to use tactile communication.”
Image Four: A smiling baby with a headband, clear glasses, and hearing aids crawls on a patterned floor. Text: “Kinda chic to wear hearing aids and glasses.”
Image Five: A cyclist in a helmet rides along a rural road past green fields and distant hills. Text: “Kinda chic for an Ironman to fundraise for the National Family Association for DeafBlind.”

08/17/2026

A reminder that registration is open for the Family-to-Family Communities series! Explore a variety of interest topics and connect with DeafBlind families from across the country. Find your community and register today at this link: https://tinyurl.com/f2fc-deafblind

Registration for the upcoming year of Family-to-Family Communities (F2FC) is open!

F2FC brings families together in monthly Zoom meetings to connect, share information and resources, and offer support to one another in the journey of supporting their deafblind family members. Meetings run from September 2026 to May 2027.

📅 Registration is open now through September 1, 2026.
👉 Register or learn more:

https://tinyurl.com/f2fc-deafblind

Questions? Reach out to Carol at [email protected] or contact your State Deafblind Project.

08/16/2026

On September 27th, a father of five will take on IRONMAN Chattanooga - 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, and 26.2 mile run.

He's not just racing for the finish line. He's racing to raise awareness and support for families across the country with a DeafBlind loved one .... because he is one of those families!

Check out his powerful message! 💪🏼💛

Please support the mission with a donation to the National Family Association for DeafBlind at: www.nfadb.org.

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🎥: Creative Revolver


IRONMAN IRONMAN Foundation

Image description:
A father sits indoors sharing information on his plan to race in the IRONMAN Chattanooga on September 27. He shares that he is fundraising for the National Family Association for DeafBlind. Imagery of him training for the race by biking, running and swimming appears as he speaks. He is seen playing with his son, Leo, a seven-year-old boy wearing hearing aids and glasses

08/12/2026

The General Membership Annual Meeting is just a few weeks away! 👏

This is about your voice. Your NFADB. And our future, together.

Before the meeting, we ask all members to please take our “Membership Listening & Engagement Survey” - it only takes a few minutes and your feedback will directly shape how NFADB supports families moving forward. There’s a prize involved: if you take the survey, you will be entered to win a $25 Amazon gift card! (Must be present at the membership meeting to win gift card.)

Take the survey here: https://tinyurl.com/56mcdprx

Important meeting details below:

Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026

Time: 7:00 PM EST/4:00 PM PST

Registration Link: http://nfadb.org/event-6768156

During the meeting, we’ll cover:

✅ Announcement of the 2026-27 NFADB Board of Directors

✅ Upcoming NFADB events & opportunities for members

✅ Updates from our Committees

✅ Results of the Membership Survey

✅ Our plan for moving forward together

We’re listening, we’re staying connected, and we really (really) need your voice. Whether you’re here to volunteer or just stay in the loop, you’re a vital part of the NFADB family. 🤟

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Image Description: A bright yellow graphic with overlapping circle shapes in shades of yellow, gold, and sage green. Script text at top reads “You are cordially invited to the.” Below, bold black text reads “NFADB General Membership Meeting!” A calendar icon sits next to “September 1, 2026 at 7 p.m. EST.” A people icon inside a rounded outline reads “Registration is required.”

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07/17/2026

Today we want to extend a special congratulations to the New York Parent Association for Deaf-Blind (NYPADB) on celebrating your 40th Anniversary!

For four decades, NYPADB has been a trusted source of connection, encouragement, and leadership for families of individuals who are deafblind. Through your dedication to bringing families together, sharing knowledge, and building community, you have made a lasting difference in the lives of countless individuals and families across New York.

This remarkable milestone is a testament to the vision of your founders and the commitment of the leaders, volunteers, families, and partners who have carried that vision forward. Your work has empowered families, fostered lifelong friendships, and strengthened the deafblind community for generations.

NFADB is honored to partner with NYPADB as a valued member of our Affiliate Network. Together, we continue to strengthen family leadership, elevate family voices, and build a more connected national community.

As you celebrate this special anniversary, please know that your NFADB family is celebrating alongside you. We wish you a joyful weekend filled with cherished memories, meaningful connections, and excitement for all that the future holds.

Happy 40th Anniversary! 🤟

07/16/2026

Registration for the upcoming year of Family-to-Family Communities (F2FC) is open!

F2FC brings families together in monthly Zoom meetings to connect, share information and resources, and offer support to one another in the journey of supporting their deafblind family members. Meetings run from September 2026 to May 2027.

📅 Registration is open now through September 1, 2026.
👉 Register or learn more:

https://tinyurl.com/f2fc-deafblind

Questions? Reach out to Carol at [email protected] or contact your State Deafblind Project.

07/09/2026

F2FC registration is now open. The groups will meet from September ...