kimberly moritz

Board Member 

Adult Life Committee 

I live in rural Ohio with my amazing, supportive family including my son who is DeafBlind from viral encephalitis at the age of ten.  We have worked hard to make the most out of a significant, life-changing event by learning, practicing, pausing, learning some more and restarting many times.  I strongly believe in partnerships with multiple agencies to support the needs of our friends and family members who are deafblind.  

I’ve worked in education for over 20 years and currently serve as an education consultant. I’ve also contributed as an advisory board member for our regional children’s hospital and several statewide agencies supporting individuals with disabilities. I’m excited to support education and the transition to adulthood for all through NFADB.

lissa elkins

Board Member

Policy, Information, and Education Committee Co-Chair

My husband and I live in Tennessee with our five children; four of them are girls and our youngest is a boy. We refer to him as our “mighty lion.” He has Stickler Syndrome, a progressive connective tissue disorder that causes DeafBlindness. As the mama lion, I sought community, understanding, and hope after his diagnosis. I have been so fortunate to build an amazing network of support, with the NFADB being one of those invaluable resources.

My goal as a board member is to “pay it forward,” and provide a small light for others on their own journeys with a deafblind child. I am passionate about early intervention, sibling support, and inclusion/access for children with different needs like my son!

nancy giurato

Board Member

My passion for advocacy is deeply rooted in my own family’s journey. My husband and I live in North Carolina with our two children, both of whom have special health care needs. Our daughter’s chromosomal condition led to complex medical challenges and DeafBlindness, shaping my path as both a caregiver and advocate.

Professionally, I support families as a parent educator at the Exceptional Children’s Assistance Center, serve as the NC DeafBlind Project Family Engagement Coordinator, and collaborate with the NC Family to Family Health Information Center.

As a board member, I’m committed to building strong partnerships and ensuring families impacted by DeafBlindness feel supported, connected, and never alone.

Kristi arsenault

Board Member

Policy, Information, and Education Committee Co-Chair

I am honored to serve as a board member of NFADB and to support the DeafBlind community and families through outreach and advocacy efforts. I have a beautiful 10-year-old daughter who is DeafBlind and is so full of life and loves everyone she meets. Over the past several years, I’ve been grateful to participate in and co-facilitate the Family-to-Family Communities (F2FC) program, connecting families of individuals with DeafBlindness.  I love doing research and using my skills to help others, and I'm looking forward to being part of the NFADB board and family. 

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