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Deaf, Hard of Hearing, & DeafBlind Resources
On-Campus resources
Office for Students with Disabilities
Email for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services: DHHServices@calstatela.edu
Phone: (323) 343-3140
Located at: Student Services Building, Room #1320
General disability resources
Disability Rights California
California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR)
California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR)
Disability Rights California (DRC) is the agency designated under federal law to protect and advocate for the rights of Californians with disabilities.They work in litigation, legal representation, advocacy services, investigations, public policy, and provide information, advice, referral, and community outreach.
General Contact Info:
Phone: 1-800-776-5746
TTY call: 1-800-719-5798
Available Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday from 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Their intake line is closed on Wednesdays.
Los Angeles Office:
350 S Bixel St,Suite # 290
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Phone: 213-427-8747
Fax: 213-427-8767
TTY: 800-719-5798
California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR)
California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR)
California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR)
The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities. Specialized services provided by Deaf and Hard of Hearing Service Counselors include: Deaf culture and awareness, Communication techniques, Assistive listening devices and other rehabilitation technology, Interpreter services, Referrals and assistance to obtain services from specialized agencies, Specialized vocational and other training services, Audiologic and hearing aid assessments, ADA requirements for communication accessibility, and Resources for hard of hearing and late deafened individuals. Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Counselors are located in most offices throughout the State. All offices are open Monday thru Friday except state holidays, 8 AM to 5 PM.
Located at: 150 S. Los Robles Avenue, Ste. 300
Pasadena, CA 91101
Email for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services: DHHS@dor.ca.gov
Voice Phone for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services: 916-558-5670
TTY: 916-558-5673
Phone (Pasadena Office): (626) 304-8300
emergency resources
accesSOS
Text to 911 Map
Text to 911 Map
This is a free, 24/7 mobile app available in California and New Mexico that helps you connect to 911 or mental health when text-to-911 or phone calls are not possible. It features a user-friendly, icon-based interface that's intuitive for everyone, no matter their language skills. Available for iPhones and Android phones.
Text to 911 Map
Text to 911 Map
Text to 911 Map
This is a map, based on the FCC's Text to 911 PSAP registry, of where Text to 911 is available within the U.S. You can search your city or county to see if they have Text to 911 or look at the map itself. This page also has instructions for how to text 911. Note: As of May 2025, most areas of California, including Los Angeles County, has Text to 911 services.
Deaf Mental health resources
988 for Deaf/HoH
National Deaf Therapy
National Deaf Therapy
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across the United States and its territories. Their videophone service connects people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and communicate using American Sign Language (ASL) with an ASL-fluent counselor who can provide suicide prevention and mental health support. The webpage also shares resources to help you care for yourself and even tips on how to get a videophone. You can also choose to text 988, use the online chat option, or use TTY by using your preferred relay service or dialing 711 and then 988.
National Deaf Therapy
National Deaf Therapy
National Deaf Therapy
National Deaf Therapy is a Deaf, female-owned company that offers various services, including therapy sessions for individuals, couples, families or groups; subscriptions to in-depth mental health tools, resources, and guided American Sign Language (ASL) videos; and workshops, training sessions, and presentations for community members, wellness providers, organizations, mental health interpreters, and more.
Five Acres Deaf Services
Five Acres Deaf Services
Five Acres Deaf Services
Five Acres Deaf Services provides mental health services, such as individual and family therapy for Deaf persons in their home, school, or community in ASL, English, and Spanish; psychiatric services and medication management; case management with referral assistance; rehabilitation services; and Deaf parenting workshops which meet all requirement for court and Department of Child and Family Services certification.
Located at: 867 N Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103, USA
Email: deafservices@5acres.org OR HOPE@5acres.org
Voice Phone: (626) 773-9222
Video Phone: (626) 389-8732
Text: 800-696-6793
Deaf Counseling Center
Five Acres Deaf Services
Five Acres Deaf Services
Deaf Counseling Center is a Deaf-owned and operated therapy, counseling, coaching, assessments and psychiatric and consulting practice staffed by Deaf licensed professional therapists. They specialize in working with Deaf people and their families. They provide safe, confidential, nonjudgmental, and culturally sensitive services and communicate using American Sign Language (ASL). They offer one-on-one therapy, couples and marriage counseling, and family mediation across all 50 states in the U.S. WARNING: Do not use Deaf Counseling Center for emergencies. Deaf Counseling Center can be used for follow-up mental health appointments and therapy/counseling services.
Text: 240-701-5155
Videophone: 240-380-2577
Email: frontdesk@deafcounseling.com
Domestic Violence, IPV, Victims of Crime
Peace Over Violence’s Deaf, Disabled & Elder (DDE) Services Program
Peace Over Violence’s Deaf, Disabled & Elder (DDE) Services Program
Peace Over Violence’s Deaf, Disabled & Elder (DDE) Services Program
Peace Over Violence’s Deaf, Disabled & Elder (DDE) Services Program provides accessible services for victims of sexual and domestic violence who are deaf, hard of hearing, have a disability, and/or are elderly. Their Deaf Services program has expanded to include victims of crimes such as robbery, false imprisonment, vehicular assault, caregiver and/or hospital abuse, aggravated assault, and stalking. The services they provide include emergency services; trauma-informed individual counseling; educational support groups; nonviolent parenting; hospital, court, and law enforcement accompaniment; legal advocacy; case management, victim compensation assistance; shelter referral/advocacy; personal security awareness and self-defense training adapted to ability; and professional training and consulting support to community based agencies about deaf, disabled and elder issues and services.
Los Angeles Office: 1541 Wilshire Boulevard, 3 Fl
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Pasadena Office: 892 N Fair Oaks Ave Suite D
Pasadena, CA 91103-3046
LA Video Phone (ASL): 213-785-2684 or 213-785-2749
Pasadena Video Phone (ASL): 626-243-7972
DeafHope
Peace Over Violence’s Deaf, Disabled & Elder (DDE) Services Program
Peace Over Violence’s Deaf, Disabled & Elder (DDE) Services Program
DeafHope's mission is to end domestic and sexual violence in Deaf communities through empowerment, education, and services. To meet this mission, they offer advocacy services (peer counseling, support groups, systems advocacy to access community services, and referal and case management with other service providers), community outreach and education to spread awareness, and training and consultation for Deaf and hearing service providers as well as interpreters.
Alameda County Location:
470 27th Street
Oakland, CA 94612
Contra Costa County Location:
256 24th Street
Richmond, CA 94804
Email: deafhope@deaf-hope.org
Videophone: 510-735-8553
Phone: 510-267-8800
Fax: 510-740-0946
The Deaf Hotline
Peace Over Violence’s Deaf, Disabled & Elder (DDE) Services Program
The Deaf Hotline
The Deaf Hotline is a 24/7 national hotline that is ASL-accessible for people experiencing abuse. With the Deaf Hotline, you can consult with a culturally adept and trained advocate in ASL. They can help with safety planning, crisis intervention, emotional support, and even if you have some questions.
Videophone: 855-812-1001
Black deaf resources
Southern California Black Deaf Advocates
Southern California Black Deaf Advocates
Southern California Black Deaf Advocates
Email for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services: DHHServices@calstatela.edu
Videophone: 951-329-4950
Email: contact@socal-bda.org
Instagram: @socal_bda
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/socal.bda
Phone: (323) 343-3140
Black Deaf Center
Southern California Black Deaf Advocates
Southern California Black Deaf Advocates
The purpose of Black Deaf Center (BDC) is to preserve the rich heritage of Black Deaf individuals. BDC is committed to being a comprehensive referral agency, providing access to valuable data, educational resources, and research initiatives. BDC celebrates and collects videos featuring diverse members of the Black Deaf community, upholding their voices and stories for generations.
Instagram: @blackdeafcenter
The Black Deaf Project
Southern California Black Deaf Advocates
The Black Deaf Project
They are a 501c(3) educational Deaf and hearing Black collaborative nonprofit. They create educational materials, experiences, and trainings rooted in Black Deaf cultures in solidarity with other Communities of Color to build relationships, increase cultural understanding, promote respect, and create pathways to joy and liberation.
Email: blackdeafproject@gmail.com
Instagram: @blackdeafeducation
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Black-Deaf-Project/100064049713936/
Latino/a deaf resources
National Hispanic Latino Association of the Deaf
National Hispanic Latino Association of the Deaf
National Hispanic Latino Association of the Deaf
NHLAD is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering, uplifting, and advocating for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Hispanic/Latinx community. Their mission focuses on representation, leadership, education, and cultural pride.
Email: info@nhlad.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NHLADSordos/
Instagram: @nhladsordos
Deaf Latinos y Familias Organization
National Hispanic Latino Association of the Deaf
National Hispanic Latino Association of the Deaf
They work with Latinx families with children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Deaf Adults, and non-verbal, as they integrate family history, traditions, and values into people's lives to bridge the gap between two different cultures/languages/worlds. They do this by providing families with resources and American Sign Language classes in Spanish to bridge the communication gap.
Email: deaflatinosorganization@gmail.com
Phone: 323-920-6761
Mailing Address: PO Box 1467, Los Angeles, CA 90001
Instagram: deaf_latinos_org
asian deaf resources
Southern California Asian Deaf Association
SCADA promotes Asian American cultural awareness, diversity, and understanding for a growing population in Southern California (Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego, San Fernando Valley, etc.) of Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals whose ancestry are traced back to Asian countries. Individuals are able to explore their self-identity as they learn more about their own culture. They offer Deaf events/meetups, scholarships, and even an annual Lunar New Year celebration.
Instagram: @scadausa
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SCADAUSA/
deaf/Blind resources
Helen Keller National Center for DeafBlind Youths and Adults -- Southwest Region Office
Helen Keller National Center for DeafBlind Youths and Adults -- California Community Services Progra
Helen Keller National Center for DeafBlind Youths and Adults -- California Community Services Progra
Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) provides comprehensive vocational rehabilitation services to youth (16 and older), working-age adults and seniors (55 and older) with combined hearing and vision loss living in the U.S. and U.S. territories. The services they provide and programs they offer also include services specifically for youth and seniors, DeafBlind Immersion Experience (DBIE) Program, access to a National Employment & Business Relations Specialist, National DeafBlind Equipment Distribution Program (NDBEDP), New York Destiny Supported Apartments, Professional Learning and Leadership Institute (PLLI), and assistive technology training. Also provided by HKNC and available to eligible California DeafBlind residents is the California Community Services Program (which is also listed separately here on this page).
Contact Info:
PO Box 4269
Crestline, CA 92325
Office: 516-421-0624
Chad Metcalf (Regional Services Coordinator)
VP: 951-208-6548
Scott Boyer (Office Manager)
Helen Keller National Center for DeafBlind Youths and Adults -- California Community Services Progra
Helen Keller National Center for DeafBlind Youths and Adults -- California Community Services Progra
Helen Keller National Center for DeafBlind Youths and Adults -- California Community Services Progra
The Community Services Program provides direct services to eligible California residents residing in Southern California between Bakersfield and San Diego in partnership with the California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR). Their team of specialists in the DeafBlind field will work with you to build your self-confidence, independent skills, job readiness skills to find employment, and provide post-employment training and support. Skilled in alternative communication methods, including both tactual and visual American Sign Language, the team is uniquely equipped to provide training and support in the following areas: independent living, orientation and mobility, assistive technology, employment training services and job placement services.
Contact Information for Dakota Bramms, Coordinator of the California Community Services Program
Email: dbramms@helenkeller.org
Voice/Text: 516-695-5959
Videophone: 909-916-0014
CDBS
Helen Keller National Center for DeafBlind Youths and Adults -- California Community Services Progra
CDBS
CDBS serves individuals from birth through age 21 who have combined hearing and vision issues, with or without additional disabilities. Experienced staff provide consultation, training, and resources to families and educational and medical professionals throughout the state of California. Their no-cost technical assistance, training, and dissemination activities include technical assistance, family support providers (FSPs), training, and an annual DeafBlind census.
Mailing Address:
San Francisco State University
Department of Special Education
1600 Holloway Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94132-4158
Questions? Please contact Project Coordinator Julie Maier at jmaier@sfsu.edu (or leave a voicemail at (415) 405-7558.
For assistance in Spanish, please contact Family Engagement Specialist Myrna Medina at myrnam@sfsu.edu or 951-373-1659
Fax: 415-338-2845
Other resources
Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc.
FCC-Certified Video Relay Service (VRS) Providers
Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc.
GLAD provides a wide variety of services, including advocacy, communication access, affordable housing, employment services, family outreach, teaching independent living skills, peer counseling, and providing information and resources. They also regularly host social events and workshops. They are open Monday-Friday from 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
Located at: 2222 Laverna Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90041
Videophone: 323-892-2225
Voice/TTY: 323-478-8000
Los Angeles Club of the Deaf (LACD)
FCC-Certified Video Relay Service (VRS) Providers
Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc.
LACD is a social club of Deaf people. They hold various events regularly.
Located at: Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness, Inc.
2nd Floor in the Auditorium
2222 Laverna Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90041
Email: laclubdeaf@gmail.com
FCC-Certified Video Relay Service (VRS) Providers
FCC-Certified Video Relay Service (VRS) Providers
FCC-Certified Video Relay Service (VRS) Providers
This lists out all the FCC-certified video relay service (VRS) providers available in the United States and their contact information.
SignUp Google Chrome Extension
The National Federation of the Blind
FCC-Certified Video Relay Service (VRS) Providers
The SignUp Google Chrome Extension overlays American Sign Language (ASL), British Sign Language (BSL) and Indian Sign Language (ISL) interpretation on streaming platforms, including Disney+ and Netflix, for more accessible viewing. It is a media-accessibility tool as well as a learning tool for students of sign language. SignUp is a fun way for kids (and adults!) to enjoy mainstream movies and TV shows.
Email: info@signupmedia.com
Instagram: @signupcaptions
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/signupcaptions
The National Federation of the Blind
The National Federation of the Blind
The National Federation of the Blind
Through our network of blind members, we coordinate many programs, services, and resources to defend the rights of blind Americans, provide information and support to blind children and adults, and build a community that creates a future full of opportunities.
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The National Federation of the Blind
The National Federation of the Blind
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