About DBSC
The DeafBlind Service Center (DBSC) is committed to assisting deafblind people in reaching and maintaining their highest possible quality of life and degree of personal autonomy.
Established in 1986, DBSC is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization located in the heart of Seattle’s Central District. Through your support, DBSC strives to increase the independence of deafblind individuals by supporting their ability to perform daily life tasks, bring down communication barriers, and enhance self-confidence.
All information is provided in the desired communication mode of the person being served – whether that be Braille, close vision, or tactile sign language.
Our staff possesses the complimentary set of language and communication skills to meet the broadest possible spectrum of language and communication needs.
We obtain qualified interpreters for large meetings or when the communication needs of the deafblind person cannot be met using DBSC’s in-house resources.
We conduct all advocacy and case planning with the fullest possible participation of the deafblind individual.
Where Does DBSC Receive its Funding From?
City of Seattle
Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ODHH)
Donations & Grants
Who Does DBSC Serve?
DBSC offers services to residents of Washington State who are deafblind or have a condition that will result in deaf-blindness.
Is There a Cost?
DBSC offers free services to deafblind residents of Washington State such as our SSP Program, CF Program, and Advocacy Program. Interpreting services are free to our clients but there is a fee for agencies and various companies or other services through our Professional Services program.
The DeafBlind Service Center (DBSC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DBSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, or national origin. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and agency need.
