Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DSDHH)
The Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is reviewing the rules in 10A NCAC Subchapter 17 as required by North Carolina law (
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Telehealth Guidance
Resources are available to assist Deaf, Hard of Hearing and DeafBlind patients, healthcare providers and ASL interpreters in achieving accessible telehealth experiences.
Learn more about telehealth accessibility
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).
Learn more about over-the-counter hearing aids
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.
Learn more about COVID-19 resources
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.
Learn more about telecommunications access
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. View the North Carolina hearing loss data for people aged 18 and over.
Director: Tony Davis
Services and Resources
Contact Us
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)