The Deaf & Hard of Hearing Center
To request an interpreter, please call 239-823-4975.
(239) 461-0334 or (239) 247-5821 VP
The Deaf & Hard of Hearing Center
To request an interpreter, please call 239-823-4975.
(239) 461-0334 or (239) 247-5821 VP
Support our mission to empower Southwest Florida's deaf and hard of hearing citizens and their families through education, advocacy, and community involvement.
Our Services
Sign Language Interpreting
Thank you for choosing The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Center for your American Sign Language interpreting needs. We have been providing quality Sign Language Interpreters for more than 35 years to Southwest Florida. Please click the link below, fill out the form so we may match our qualified interpreter(s) for your specific needs.
Sign Language Classes
DHHC offers a variety of evening classes in American Sign Language 1-5 and ASL conversational on an ongoing basis. Classes are held at DHHC once a week for a 5 week session. Each class builds on one other.
Click below to see class schedule and register online.
Community Lunch and Learns
Our agency is committed to educating businesses on ADA laws regarding the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. We now offer a one hour lunch and learn for companies. We will come to you, bring lunch for up to 20 staff members, and educate your employees on the ADA laws, Deaf Culture, and teach them basic ASL to communicate with your Deaf customers and clients!
Email Alicia at ExecutiveDirector@dhhc.life to schedule your lunch and learn now!
More Programs
Deaf Mentor Program
Information & Referral Services
FREE FTRI Phone Program
Deaf mentoring Deaf, working with the deaf and hard of hearing students and adults teaching deaf culture, life skills, American with Disabilities Act (ADA), family support, job assistance, immigration support and more.
FREE FTRI Phone Program
Information & Referral Services
FREE FTRI Phone Program
The FTRI free phone program offers specialized amplified telephones that may help you end the frustration over the phone. The equipment is loaned AT NO CHARGE for as long as needed, to residents who qualify.
Information & Referral Services
Information & Referral Services
Information & Referral Services
Are you looking for information or referral services regarding Deaf and hard of hearing issues. We are here to assist.
Community Education
Community Education
Information & Referral Services
Advocacy and Outreach to create community awareness regarding deaf and hard of hearing individuals and supporting their rights as an American Citizen.
Membership
Community Education
Equipment Sales
Membership is very important to us, as we are a 501(c)3 not for profit organization. We need your support and membership to support our mission.
Equipment Sales
Community Education
Equipment Sales
Specialized equipment for sale for the deaf and hard of hearing. Door bell flasher, baby monitors, smoke alarms, volume controlled phones, TV Ears, tty's and more.
Our Partners
Resources
American with Disabilities Act (ADA)
American with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Safety tips in ASL, Churches, groups and links to articles regarding disabilities.
American with Disabilities Act (ADA)
American with Disabilities Act (ADA)
American with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The U.S. Department of Justice provides information about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) through a toll-free
ADA Information Line.
800 - 514 - 0301 (voice)
800 - 514 - 0383 (TTY)
OUR MISSION:
Leaving YOUR Legacy
Leaving YOUR Legacy
"To empower Southwest Florida's deaf and hard of hearing citizens and their families through education, advocacy and community involvement."
Leaving YOUR Legacy
Leaving YOUR Legacy
Leaving YOUR Legacy
A planned gift to the endowment fund will help ensure that the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Center, a not-for-profit 501(c)3 agency, that has meant the most to you in your lifetime will continue into the future. You do not have to be wealthy to give.
Donate Now
Your generous gift will help us fund our mission to help those in need. Together, we can make a difference.
Limited Office Hours!
Due to COVID-19 and an abundance of caution for our clients, our office hours are limited.
We highly recommend calling for an appointment.
Our current hours:
Monday - Thursday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm