Topics Related to Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Noise-Induced Hearing Loss, A Growing Issue That Can Be Prevented

October is National Protect Your Hearing Month, which is a great opportunity to raise awareness of how noise-induced hearing loss occurs and how it can be prevented. Hearing loss can result from a single loud sound or result over time from repeated exposure to loud sounds. The louder the sound is, the less time it takes for damage to occur.

Annual Assistive Technology Expo Set for Oct. 3

PRESS RELEASE — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will host its Annual Assistive Technology Expo, "Breaking Boundaries, Empowering Lives," on Oct. 3, 2024. The event will take place from 8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the McKimmon Conference and Training Center, 1101 Gorman St., Raleigh, NC 27606. There will also be a virtual option for those who cannot attend in-person.

Gov. Cooper Proclaims DeafBlind Awareness Month 2024

In an ongoing effort to encourage increased awareness, understanding and recognition of the many contributions made by DeafBlind North Carolinians, Gov. Cooper has proclaimed June 2024 as DeafBlind Awareness Month.

Honoring North Carolina’s Deaf Community During Deaf Awareness Month

PRESS RELEASE - In an ongoing effort to encourage increased awareness, understanding and recognition of the many contributions made by Deaf people across the state of North Carolina, Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed September 2023 as Deaf Awareness Month.

Driver Communication Card Helps with Effective Communication

Traffic stops can be nerve-wracking for anyone – even more so for drivers who may have difficulty communicating with law enforcement officers due to hearing loss. That’s why the Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DSDHH) has partnered with NC State Highway Patrol to develop a Driver Communication Card.

Connecting With the Community at DeafNation Expo 2023

NCDHHS’ Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DSDHH) was one of the key sponsors at this year’s DeafNation Expo held in Greensboro on April 15. The event fell right in line with the team's goal, to ensure that everyone has access to the services they need.

Expo Connects the DeafBlind Community With Advanced Technology

NCDHHS' Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DSDHH) and Relay NC kicked off National Deaf History Month with Taste of Technology – an expo highlighting new technologies for DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing Blind people.

Opening Doors for North Carolina’s DeafBlind Citizens

North Carolina’s DeafBlind community is celebrating the 10th anniversary of a remarkable program called “iCanConnect,” which distributes at no charge to eligible North Carolinians with both hearing loss and vision loss specialized equipment and software designed to enable distance communication, such as over the telephone or in a meeting room.

Governor Cooper Proclaims July 26 as ADA Day in North Carolina

Governor Roy Cooper proclaimed Friday as Americans with Disabilities Day in North Carolina, honoring the more than 1.3 million North Carolinians who have a disability and reminding all that the

Governor Cooper Recognizes ADA Anniversary, Urges Continued Progress for North Carolinians with Disabilities

Governor Roy Cooper proclaimed Thursday, July 26 as Americans with Disabilities Act Day in North Carolina.