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Deafness and Hard-of-Hearing affects an estimated 34 million people. Community Services for the Deaf (CSD) provides a wide variety of programs and services to meet needs of people who are Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing.
Sign Language Classes Community Services for the Deaf offers American Sign Language I & II. Students learn basic communication sign language in addition to learning about Deaf culture and the history of sign language. See our schedule of classes >>
Sign Language Class In-Services If you have a large group of people, we would be happy to set up an in-service for you. We can work with any group including offices, school groups, scout groups, etc. and are able to cover a variety of topics. Learn more >>
Sign Language Interpreting American Sign Language, SEE, Deaf-Blind and Oral interpreting are available. CSD provides interpreting services for a variety of appointments and meetings, doctor, lawyer, hospital, employee meetings, and assistance written materials or information, etc. C-Print Captioning services are also available. Learn more about using interpreters (PDF)>> Counseling & Case Management Counseling and case management services are available for Deaf and Hard-of Hearing families, individuals, and couples. Marriage, grief and mental health counseling is also available. We have a psychiatrist on staff, as well as licenced counselors and case managers who use American Sign Language. Prevention Services Curriculum-based prevention programs serve Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing and hearing youth in developing drug-free lifestyles. Prevention programs are available to schools, camps and other community partners. Information, Advocacy and Referral CSD has general information about deafness and locating community resources, as well as information about the Americans with Disabilities Act (compliance information; rights and responsibilities for the Deaf and Hard-of Hearing; and service providers rights and responsibilities). C-Print Education about Deaf Culture Other Programs and Services Groups, Independent Skills Classes, Deaf Kids and Teens Activities and Camps, American Sign Language Classes, Kids of Deaf Adults (KODA) Camps, Consultations, DeafEND (drug and alcohol prevention education), and In-Service Training on Deaf Culture and the use of text telephones (TTY/TDD) and video phones are also available. CSD also serves as a catalyst to provide people who are deaf or hard-of-hearing links to other resources, such as positive deaf role models and deaf friendly recreational events. |
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