Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Telehealth Accessibility Guidance Now Available
Detailed telehealth resources and guidance are now available to assist Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind patients, their healthcare providers, and American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters in achieving fully accessible telehealth experiences.
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Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) published a rule which went into effect on October 17, 2022 allowing any person over the age of eighteen to buy a hearing aid(s).
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View the latest COVID-19 Resources
Coronavirus resources are available to Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, and Late-deafened communities with tips, fact sheets and videos in ASL.
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Telecommunications Access for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
There is a wide variety of technology specifically created for people who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Deaf-Blind and Speech-Impaired.
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What We Do
The Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing works to ensure that all Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or DeafBlind North Carolinians have the ability to communicate their needs and to receive information easily and effectively in all aspects of their lives, especially their health and well-being.
Director: Jan Withers
Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Assistance
Assistive Technology for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) Captioning
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services
Deaf-Blind Services
Domestic Violence Support and Resources
Emergency Preparedness and Public Safety for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing
Medicaid Communication Access Service
Regional Centers for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing
Relay Service Operators
Sign Language Interpreters
Technical Assistance for Agencies and Businesses
Telecommunications Access for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Telehealth Guidance and Resources: Communication Access for Deaf, Hard of Hearing and DeafBlind Patients and their Providers
Contact
Mailing Address
2301 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699 - 2301
Telephone
919-527-6930 (Voice)
1-800-851-6099 (Voice)
919-715-0933 (TTY)
919-890-0859 (Videophone)