Minnesota DeafBlind Association (MDBA)

As the only organization serving DeafBlind people in Minnesota that is governed by DeafBlind people, MDBA is a focal point of the Minnesota DeafBlind community. Established in 1979, MDBA is committed to providing information, education, advocacy and other services to persons who are DeafBlind, family members, parents of deafblind children, allies and professionals.

By providing programs and services geared toward increasing self-reliance, MDBA has been key in assisting people who are DeafBlind and their families regaining and maintaining personal independence and healthy interdependence. MDBA is also an invaluable source of information to the public about DeafBlindness and related issues.

The Minnesota DeafBlind Association has worked since 1979 to…

• Alleviate the social isolation and close the information gap associated with DeafBlindness. We hold at least one event per year in Minnesota areas where there are fewer DeafBlind people.
• Provide a supportive place to share information and receive training about personal safety, financial literacy, assistive technology, peer mentorship, current events, and more.
• Help DeafBlind individuals maintain an important sense of community and make lasting friendships with other DeafBlind people, both statewide and nationally. MDBA is an affiliate of the American Association of the DeafBlind.
• Support the continued empowerment of DeafBlind individuals, helping them to preserve and increase their self-esteem and self-reliance in an atmosphere of unconditional acceptance and reduced communication barriers.

Contact Us

Minnesota DeafBlind Association
2233 University Avenue West #221
St. Paul, MN 55114
General Email: mdba1979@gmail.com