Matt Bevin, Governor
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Hal Heiner, Cabinet Secretary
Education and Labor Cabinet
Virginia L. Moore, Executive Director
Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
An Agency of the
Education and Labor Cabinet
The Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in the provision of services. This publication will be made available in an alternative format upon request.
Before reproducing this directory by any means, please contact the Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (KCDHH). Any reproduction of this directory must acknowledge KCDHH as the source.
For a printed copy of the Directory of Services, please contact KCDHH.
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The official government site for the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
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| Table of Contents | |
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| Legislation | |
| Federal | 11-12 |
| Kentucky | 13-14 |
| Legislative Research Commission | 14 |
| Kentucky Executive Branch | |
| Office of the Governor | 17 |
| Kentucky Homeland Security | 17 |
| Kentucky Division of Emergency Management | 18 |
| Kentucky Judicial Branch | |
| Administrative Office of the Courts | 18 |
| Secretary of State | |
| Secretary of State | 18 |
| State Board of Elections | 19 |
| Kentucky Commission on Human Rights | 19 |
| Tourism, Arts & Heritage Cabinet | |
| Office of the Secretary | 20 |
| Kentucky State Fair Board | 20 |
| Kentucky Arts Council | 20 |
| The Kentucky Center | 20 |
| Department of Parks | 21 |
| Education and Labor Cabinet | |
| Office of the Secretary | 22 |
| Department for Libraries and Archives | 22 |
| Kentucky Department of Education | 23 |
| Kentucky Educational Television | 23 |
| Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing | 24 |
| Kentucky Adult Education | 25 |
| Kentucky Client Assistance Program | 25 |
| Kentucky Workforce Investment | 25 |
| Kentucky Office for the Blind | 25 |
| Kentucky Assistive Technology Service Network | 26 |
| Kentucky Assistive Technology Loan Corporation | 26 |
| Kentucky Office for Vocational Rehabilitation | 27 |
| Office of Employment and Training | 28 |
| Finance and Administration Cabinet | |
| Office of the Secretary | 29 |
| Licensure Boards (Interpreter, Hearing Instrument Specialist, Audiology) | 29 |
| Department of Revenue | 30 |
| Cabinet for Health and Family Services | |
| Office of the Secretary | 30 |
| Department for Community Based Services | 30 |
| Division of Family Support | 31 |
| Protection and Permanency | 31 |
| Division of Violence Prevention Resources | 31 |
| Department of Income Support | 31 |
| Kentucky Commission for Children with Special Health Care Needs | 32-33 |
| Early Hearing Detection & Intervention | 34 |
| Department for Public Health | 35 |
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| Kentucky Department for Medicaid Services | 36 |
| Kentucky Children’s Health Insurance Program (KCHIP) | 36 |
| Department for Mental Health, Developmental Behavioral & Intellectual Disabilities | 36-40 |
| First Steps | 41-42 |
| Department for Family Resource Centers and Volunteer Services | 42 |
| Department of Aging and Independent Living | 43 |
| Office of the Ombudsman | 43 |
| Justice and Public Safety Cabinet | |
| Office of the Secretary | 43 |
| Department of Kentucky State Police | 43-44 |
| Department of Public Advocacy | 45 |
| Personnel Cabinet | |
| Office of the Secretary | 45 |
| Education | |
| Parent-Infant & Preschool Programs | 49-50 |
| Preschool/Elementary/Secondary Programs | 50-53 |
| Deaf-Blind Programs | 54 |
| Kentucky Post-Secondary Programs | 55-59 |
| Technical Colleges | 60 |
| National Post-Secondary Programs | 61-62 |
| Organizations | |
| Kentucky (State-Wide / Local) | 65-67 |
| National | 68-84 |
| Publications | |
| Kentucky (State-Wide) | 87 |
| National | 87-88 |
| Journals | 89 |
| Information and Referral | |
| Information and Referral Frequent Asked Questions | 93 |
| ASL & Linguistics | 94 |
| Community, Social, and Human Services | 95-96 |
| National Hearing Aid Banks | 96 |
| Kentucky Hearing Aid Banks | 96 |
| Demographics & Statistics | 97 |
| Emergency | 97-101 |
| Employment | 102 |
| Families & Children | 102 |
| Hearing, Speech & Language | 103 |
| Interpreting | 103-104 |
| Legal | 105 |
| Mental Health | 106-107 |
| Recreation | 107-108 |
| Religion | 109-113 |
| Senior Citizens | 113 |
| Sports | 113 |
| Technology | 113-115 |
| Telecommunications | 116-119 |
| Closed-Captioning | 120 |
| Index | 121-127 |
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Introduction
The Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (KCDHH) provides information, referral and advocacy services by publishing “The Directory of Services for Individuals who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing”.
This directory is intended to be used by consumers, parents, advocates, state agencies, educators, and deaf, hard of hearing and hearing individuals. It provides valuable information on accessibility and deaf related programs and services within the commonwealth of Kentucky and the United States.
There has been no attempt to evaluate all of the resources listed within this directory and the inclusion of any agency or organization does not constitute an endorsement by KCDHH, nor is the exclusion of any agency or organization intentional.
KCDHH hopes that you will find the “Directory of Services for Individuals who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing” to be a usefultool in locating the services and information that you need. This directory is updated and redistributed in odd-numbered years. If you have any comments, additions, omissions, changes or corrections please notify our office immediately so that we may keep our Web site updated and current. Information regarding this directory should be directed to:
Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
632 Versailles Road
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 573-2604 (V/T)
(800) 372-2907 (V/T)
(502) 416-0607 (VP)
(502) 573-3594 Fax
kcdhh@ky.gov
http://www.kcdhh.ky.gov
The resources listed in this directory are divided into the following six sections:
Legislation
Commonwealth of Kentucky State Government
Education
Organizations
Publications
Information & Referral
To identify whether the phone number provided is voice only, TTY only, TTY and voice, or videophone,
the following symbols will be used:
| (V) = Voice only | (T) = TTY only |
| (V/T) = Voice and/or TTY | (VP) = Videophone |
The KCDHH Web site
KCDHH has restructured its Web site to make it even more deaf friendly and easily accessible. Along with other new information and links, “The Directory of Services for Individuals who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing” has been added in its entirety. Within the directory you will find many links allowing you to access the Web sites of public and private entities.
To access this directory on the World Wide Web, please visit http://www.kcdhh.ky.gov, then click on Publications, then on Directory of Services. This takes you directly to the Directory itself. The KCDHH Web site is updated on a continuous basis.
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Background Information on KCDHH
| The Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing |
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The Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (KCDHH) was established by appropriation from the Kentucky Legislature during the 1982 session. Eleven Commissioners were designated to serve on the Commission. In 1990, the law was amended to increase the number of commissioners to fourteen. In 1996, the number was raised to fifteen and lowered again in 2004 to the current fourteen. These commissioners represent a broad range of interests in the scope and quality of services that are available to deaf and hard of hearing Kentuckians. The commissioners meet four times a year to assist and direct the policy development of programs and services of KCDHH. During these meetings the commissioners establish goals and priorities for KCDHH to follow in order to comply with the mandates set by the General Assembly. These meetings are open to the public at accessible facilities. The meeting dates, times and locations as well as a current list of all commissioners are shown on the KCDHH Web page, http://www.kcdhh.ky.gov. The public, deaf and hard of hearing communities are invited to attend the Commission meetings. To better serve you, we need and appreciate your participation and input at these meetings. KCDHH acts as an advocate for deaf and hard of hearing persons on legislative issues as well as a consultant to the Governor, General Assembly and various state and local government agencies concerning policies and programs that pertain to deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Statutory Mandates The Commission shall advise the Governor and the General Assembly concerning policy and programs to enhance the quality and provide coordination of services for the deaf and hard of hearing. The Commission shall cooperate with and assist local, state and federal governments, public and private agencies in the development of programs for the deaf and hard of hearing. The Commission shall review legislative programs relating to services for deaf and hard of hearing persons and shall conduct studies of conditions affecting the health and welfare of the deaf and hard of hearing. The Commission shall oversee the provision of interpreter services to the deaf and hard of hearing and may provide such services if necessary. The Commission shall oversee the implementation and operation of a Telecommunication Access Program to ensure equal access to telecommunications services by providing specialized telecommunications equipment (STE) to citizens of the commonwealth who are deaf, hard of hearing or speech-impaired. |
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| Federal Legislation |
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(1973) Public Law 93-112: Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a federal law that requires that jobs, education and services, which are provided by agencies and institutions that receive federal funding, must be accessible to all persons regardless of disability. This includes public elementary and high schools, colleges and universities, hospitals, police and fire departments, state and city governments, libraries, museums and zoos, etc. Accommodations may include providing interpreters, assistive listening devices, or other equipment. The administering agency is the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Health and Human Services. For more information or questions about Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, contact: U.S. Department of Justice
(202) 514-2000 (V) http://www.usdoj.gov
(1990) Public Law 101-336: Americans with Disabilities Act The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) extends civil rights protection to every person with a disability in the United States. Telephone services must be accessible to TTY users everyday, 24 hours a day. Employers, public accommodations and businesses must not discriminate based on disability and must provide accessible services as described in Section 504, regardless of federal funding. Title I: Employment Title I prohibits discrimination against a qualified individual with a disability in employment and includes specific features related to reasonable accommodation, qualification standards and other labor management issues. Title II: State and Local Governments Title II requires state and local government services and programs to be accessible. This could mean providing qualified sign language interpreters and/or assistive listening systems at public hearings, or in a classroom that is operated by a state or local government agency, or providing TTY access to public services. Title III: Public Accommodations, Licensing & Testing Title III addresses public accommodations, businesses and services operated by private entities. Also included is privately-owned transportation. Specific features of the Act vary from section to section laying out how equal access is to be achieved by particular entities. Entities include hotels and motels, shopping malls, recreational facilities and privately funded medical care facilities. Title IV: Telecommunications Relay Services Title IV requires telephone companies to provide telecommunications relay services (TRS) 24 hours a day |
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For more information or questions about the ADA, refer to the following Title numbers and contacts: TITLE I (202) 663-4900 (V) http://www.eeoc.gov TITLE II & III (202) 514-2000 (V) http://www.usdoj.gov TITLE IV (888) 225-5322 (V) http://www.fcc.gov ADA Hotline: PL 101-476: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) mandates a free and appropriate education to all students with disabilities including those with a hearing loss. It also requires that children with disabilities be educated in the least restrictive environment. A school must develop an appropriate Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for each child with a disability. For more information or questions about the IDEA, contact: U.S. Department of Education (202) 245-7468 (V) |
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(1980) KRS 278: This law requires telephone companies to have TTYs; reduced rates for qualified persons; a TTY to be installed in a public safety agency in each county and municipality of over 10,000 inhabitants; and established a penalty for non-compliance. It also requires telephone utilities to charge residential customers rates that are less than the full cost of service. (1982) KRS 163.500-520: This law established the Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hearing Impaired. It also defined the appointment of an executive director, specified the membership composition of the Commission, and outlined the duties of the Commission. (Changes to the composition of the members and the name to the Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing have subsequently occurred.) (1986) KRS 164.478: This law requires the public institutions of higher education to make their programs accessible to hearing impaired students by providing support services, such as interpreters and note takers in the classroom, and emergency warning devices in dormitories. It also requires the establishment of an interpreter training program requiring a minimum of an associate degree at one public institution of higher education, and an extension of such program at rotating sites throughout the state. (1986) KRS 213.050: This law requires a hearing risk certificate to be filed with each birth certificate; programs be developed to identify infants who are at risk of having hearing loss, and requires follow-up programs to provide medical and educational services. (1990) KRS 278.548: This law requires the Public Service Commission (PSC) to establish a telecommunications dual party relay service program for the hearing-impaired and speech-impaired, and to develop a funding mechanism. (Interstate relay services and a name change were subsequently mandated.) (1992) KRS 12.290: This law requires state agencies to promulgate administrative regulations for providing accessibility to persons who are deaf or hard of hearing and required the development of administrative procedures to provide interpreting services. (1992) KRS 156.160: This law recognized American Sign Language as a foreign language and it can be taught for foreign language credit in public schools and institutions of higher education. It also held that ASL meet the foreign language entrance requirements for institutions of higher education. (1992) KRS 210.005 & KRS 210.081: This law established an advisory committee to advise the Department for Mental Health and Mental Retardation Services; set the composition of the committee, and produce biennial reports. (1994) KRS 304.400, KRS 304.405 & KRS 344.500: This law amended laws relating to interpreters in judicial and administrative proceedings to bring Kentucky statutes in compliance with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act. (1994) KRS 278.547-549, KRS 163.525, KRS 163.527 & KRS 278.5499: This law directed the Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to establish a program by July 1, 1995, providing TTYs to deaf, hard of hearing, and speech impaired residents of Kentucky and directed the Public Service Commission to determine the appropriate funding mechanism to be applied to the telecommunication utility subscribers. (1994 Special Session) HJR 28: This bill created a Task Force on Services to Persons who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing; mandated to report to the General Assembly and the Governor on or before July 1, 1995 and that the report detail a strategic and long-range plan for providing adequate services to deaf and hard of hearing persons; established the membership of Task Force and mandated that the Task Force solicit input from state agencies and citizens. (1998) KRS 309.300-309.319: This law requires licensure for interpreters for deaf and hard of hearing persons, based on national certification. It also created the Kentucky Board of Interpreters for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. |
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(1998) KRS 167.015: This law designated the Kentucky School for the Deaf as the Statewide Educational Resource Center on Deafness and the Kentucky School for the Blind as the Statewide Educational Resource Center of the Blind, which means they can provide technical assistance and resources to educational agencies and parents. This also permits them to enter into collaborative agreements with local schools and public and private agencies to provide programs to students. (1998) SJR 164: This resolution encouraged the Legislative Research Commission to direct the Interim Joint Committee on Education to study methods of teaching deaf and hard of hearing students in Kentucky public schools in order to improve their literacy. (2000) KRS 18A.225: This law requires all health benefit plans to provide coverage for hearing aids and related services for persons under 18 years of age and requires all health benefit plans for state employees to provide coverage for hearing aids and related services for dependents under 18 years of age. (2002) HJR 148: This resolution requests that the Cabinet for Health Services study the issues surrounding a distribution system for used assistive devices and report by December 1, 2002 to the Interim Joint Committee on Health and Welfare. (2002) KRS 216.2970: This law requires that all hospitals and alternative birthing centers with at least forty births a year provide auditory screening for all infants. (2002) KRS 278.5499: This law removed the $200,000 cap for the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf Distribution Program and allows for one cent to be collected per access line for the program with no cap. (2006) SB 88: This legislation changed the name of the equipment distribution program to the Telecommunications Access Program (TAP) to more accurately reflect the population we serve. (2006) HB 468: This bill revised KRS 278.5499 to allow the surcharge to be increased to a full two cents per residential telephone line to support the funding base of the Telecommunications Access Program. (2008) SB 90: This bill modified KRS 164.4781 to permit the establishment of Interpreter Training Programs (ITP) at more than one public insitution of higher education. (2008) HB 406: Revisions to the Budget Bill reinstated funds to the Telecommunications Access Program. |
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Legislative Research Commission (502) 564-8100 (V) The Legislative Research Commission (LRC) is a 16-member panel which functions as a fact-finding and service body for the legislature. Its membership consists of Democrat and Republican leaders from the House of Representatives and the Senate. Call the LRC if you do not know whom your elected representative or senator is. The LRC maintains several toll-free numbers for citizens. Bill Status: (866) 840-2835 (V) To leave a message for your legislator, call the LEGISLATIVE MESSAGE LINE at (800) 896-0305 (T) or (800) 372-7181 (V). There are two (2) TTYs located in the Capitol and the Capitol Annex for the legislators to return your calls. Be sure to press the space bar of your TTY several times to let them know that it is a TTY call. |
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Commonwealth of Kentucky State Government
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Office of the Governor (502) 564-2611(V) Steve Beshear, Governor Constituent Services (502) 564-2611 (V) http://governor.ky.gov/office/pages/cs.aspx The Office of Constituent Services is here to serve the citizens of Kentucky by providing a venue for them to express their concerns and communicate their requests about state government. Additional information and assistance can be found at: http://www.assistance.ky.gov/ kentucky.gov The official government site for the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Kentucky Office of Homeland Security (502) 564-2081 (V) http://www.homelandsecurity.ky.gov/ Gene Kiser, Executive Director The Kentucky Office of Homeland Security was established by Governor Ernie Fletcher in May 2004 as the Commonweath’s State Administrative Agency to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The office is responsible for the distribution of millions of dollars in federal homeland security funds and has been charged by the Governor to lead the states coordination and collaboration efforts with public and private preparedness partners to ensure a Ready and Prepared Kentucky. The Kentucky Office of Homeland Security strives to coordinate and collaborate with all of the Commonweath’s communities. |
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Kentucky Division of Emergency Management (800)255-2587 (V) Brig. Gen John W. Heltzel, Director The Kentucky Division of Emergency Management (KyEm) consists of the main office and 11 regional offices located throughout the state. Programs include: Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program, Earthquake, Mitigation, Search and Rescue, Training, and Amber Alert. KyEm also has an active Public Assistance program that, during times of declared disasters, will coordinate with the Federal Emergency Management Agency at disaster field offices to offer assistance to those who qualify. |
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Administrative Office of the Courts (502) 573-2350 (V) Laurie K. Dudgeon, Director The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) was established in 1976. It serves as staff for the Commonwealth’s Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. According to the state constitution, the AOC performs various duties under the supervision of its administrative director, including: acting as fiscal agent of the Courts of Justice, maintaining data processing systems for the purpose of publishing statistical reports, dispersing and maintaining supplies and equipment for the entire court system, administering the personnel policies and payroll of the Court of Justice, regulating its accounting and records procedures, and overseeing the state pretrial and juvenile services programs and State Law Library. For problems with local courts regarding accommodations, you can contact the following: Ervin Dimeny, Manager, Court Interpreting Secretary of State Secretary of State (502) 564-3490 (V/T) Alison Lundergan Grimes, Secretary of State As Kentucky’s Chief Business Official, the Secretary of State oversees the more than 700,000 entities that have filed to do business in the Commonwealth. The office provides many services to help businesses and, in turn, grow Kentucky’s economy. |
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Secretary of State State Board of Elections (502) 573-7100 (V) MaryEllen Allen, Executive Director Services: Provides information on state elections, voter registration, election laws and the purchase of election precinct rosters and labels. Help America Vote (HAVA) Under the new Help America Vote Act (HAVA), all states are required to have a voting machine in each polling place that allows anyone with a disability to cast a ballot free of outside assistance. Nevertheless, voters who ask for voting assistance due to physical disabilities, blindness or inability to read English may request voting assistance at the polls on election day. Physical disabilities and blindness are the only two reasons a voter may apply to the county board of elections for permanment voting assistance. A person may receive assistance from someone of their choice or the two election officers at the polls. A person may not be assisted by their employer, the employer’s agent, a union officer or agent of that voter’s union. http://www.fec.gov/hava/law_ext.txt Voter information guide: http://elect.ky.gov/voterinfo/ Kentucky Commission on Human Rights (800) 292-5566 (V) http://www.kchr.ky.gov John J. Johnson, Executive Director The Kentucky Commission on Human Rights will accept and investigate complaints of discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age (40 and over), disability, familial status, employment, housing, public accommodations, and financial transactions. It is important to file a complaint of discrimination within 180 days after the discrimination occurred. A housing discrimination complaint must be filed within one (1) year after the discrimination occurred. An investigator will gather all the facts. The Commission will make a finding and attempt to conciliate the complaint by reaching an agreement. If an agreement is not reached within a specified period of time, the Commission may hold a hearing and may order compliance with the law. Online complaint form available at: |
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Office of the Secretary (502) 564-4270 (V) Bob Stewart, Cabinet Secretary Kentucky State Fair Board (502) 367-5000 (V) http://www.state.ky.us/fairbd/ Clifford “Rip” Ripperton, President & CEO The Kentucky State Fair Board operates two of the largest convention and trade show facilities in the state - the Kentucky Fair & Exposition Center and the Kentucky International Convention Center - located in Louisville, Kentucky. In addition to hosting traveling events year round at the two facilities, the Kentucky State Fair Board also produces three events of its own. These shows are operated, staffed, and executed by full-time state fair board staff members every year. The three signature events are the Kentucky State Fair, the National Farm Machinery Show, and the North American International Livestock Exposition. |
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Kentucky Arts Council (502) 564-3757 (V) http://www.artscouncil.ky.gov/ Lori Meadows, Executive Director The Kentucky Arts Council supports, through grants and technical assistance, Kentucky arts organizations, non-profit community organizations, local arts councils, local government agencies, individual artists and crafts persons. The Kentucky Center (502) 562-0100 Main (V) Access Services Hotline (502) 562-0111 (V) or (502) 562-0140 (T) http://www.kentuckycenter.org Stephen T. Klein, President The Kentucky Center is a showcase for the state’s performing and visual arts as well as for national and international performances. Offerings of innovative and varied programs include concerts, theatre, dance, opera and children’s theatre. Many theatrical performances are captioned and others may be added upon advanced notice. For a schedule of captioned performances, call (502) 562-0111. |
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Department of Parks (502) 564- 2172(V) Elaine Walker, Commissioner Kentucky’s state parks with their beauty, adventure, history and recreation are the trademark of one of the nation’s finest park systems. There are seventeen State Resort Parks complete with a lodge and a variety of cottages. Lodges have a dining room which feature southern cuisine. Recreational activities are available at each park. Upon request, TTYs, signaling devices and closed-captioned televisions are available for loan during your stay at the park. For more information or to make a reservation at any KY State Resort Park, dial the toll free 800 number listed above. Listings of State Resort Parks are below.
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Office of the Secretary (502) 564-0372 (V) Hal Heiner, Cabinet Secretary The mission of the Education and Labor Cabinet is to provide quality education, training and employment statewide so that all Kentuckians have the opportunity to excel, not just in academics, but also in life. The Cabinet promotes lifelong learning through school, work and other training opportunities. The Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is an agency within the Education and Labor Cabinet. Department for Libraries and Archives (502) 564-8300 (V) Wayne Onkst, Commissioner/State Librarian The Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives (KDLA) is an agency which serves Kentucky’s need to know by providing support to various types of library and government agencies throughout the state. KDLA supports libraries by providing training and financial assistance to the Commonwealth’s 118 public library systems and their boards of trustees. Also provided are a network of Regional Library Consultants, who assist libraries on a local level; and Statewide Consultants, who have specific areas of expertise, such as automation, technology, construction, bookmobiles, and children’s services. In addition, the State Library provides program support and professional consultation services in the areas of materials cataloging and reference research. Whenever available, KDLA further assists libraries by provision of state and federal grants. As part of its work with state and local government agencies, KDLA establishes standards for recording, managing, preserving and reproducing government records, in whatever medium. The Document Preservation Laboratory and Imaging Services branch are central facilities providing physical care and document reformatting services for state and local government. All of the division’s programs are aimed at ensuring the preservation of information which protects the legal and financial rights of the Government and its citizens. KDLA also serves citizens directly by providing direct access to a range of research materials. The State Archives is a repository for government records of permanent value, available for genealogical and other research use through the Archives Research Room. The State Library provides collections that are available for on-site check-out, as well as basic reference research assistance to the general public. In addition, the State Library offers extended research services to Kentucky’s state government employees. Services include on-site and telephone reference assistance; computer database and newspaper index searches; video, DVD, and audiobooks; and federal and state documents. For those citizens of Kentucky that require library materials in alternative formats, the Kentucky Talking Book Library provides recorded books to those who have visual or physical disabilities which prevent them from reading print. Those eligible for the program also have access to Braille books and descriptive videos. The loan program is free and materials can be sent and returned by postage-free mail. |
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Kentucky Department of Education (502) 564-4770 (V) Info Line Terry Holiday, Ph.D. Commissioner See also the ‘EDUCATION’ section of the directory. The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is one of the largest agencies within the state government. There are several divisions, offices or branches within KDE that provide different programs and services. Those listed below may apply to deaf and hard of hearing individuals. The Blind/VI and Deaf/HH Team provides informational, technical, and regulatory support to the Kentucky School for the Blind and Kentucky School for the Deaf. Additionally, we provide resources and supports to districts, parents, and service providers throughout the state in areas regarding students who are Blind/VI, Deaf/HH, or Deaf-Blind. Blind-VI and Deaf-HH Services The Blind/VI and Deaf/HH Team provides informational, technical, and regulatory support to the Kentucky School for the Blind and Kentucky School for the Deaf. Additionally, we provide resources and supports to districts, parents, and service providers throughout the state in areas regarding students who are Blind/VI, Deaf/HH, or Deaf-Blind. Johnny Collett (502) 564-4970 (V) johnny.collett@education.ky.gov Kentucky Educational Television (800) 432-0951 (V) Shae Hopkins, Executive Director Kentucky Educational Television (KET) is the largest statewide television network covering the entire state. It was originally established in 1968 to provide instructional television services to schools and classrooms across Kentucky. KET-produced programming is closed-captioned. Services: Provides educational, informational and enrichment programming on a daily basis. It includes special instructional programming for schools, adult education and college credit courses. Other programming includes early childhood, local and national public affairs and a rich variety of arts and entertainment. |
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Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (502) 573-2604 (V/T) http://www.kcdhh.ky.gov Virginia L. Moore, Executive Director Information, Referral and Advocacy: Information or referrals will be given upon request. In some cases, KCDHH will intervene to provide empowerment and advocacy in situations where discrimination may have occurred. Access Center: Coordinates the provision of interpreter and captioning services for state agencies upon request. The requesting agency makes arrangements for payment for services with the individual interpreter. Doctors’ offices, attorneys’ offices, and other private businesses or non-profit entities are NOT ELIGIBLE for the service through KCDHH. Interpreting/captioning needs for private businesses may be obtained through other referral agencies. Interpreter Services: Opportunities for interpreters to take certification tests are provided. Publications: KCDHH publishes several publications including the quarterly newsletter, ‘The Communicator’, the ‘Directory of Services for Individuals who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing’, and KCDHH brochures. Telecommunications Access Program (TAP): Deaf, hard of hearing, Deaf-Blind, and speech-impaired consumers age 5 and up residing in Kentucky for at least one year are eligible to apply for free specialized telecommunications equipment (STE). The STEs enable these consumers to have equal access to the telecommunications system. DeaFestival: DeaFestival is hosted to promote the celebration of American Sign Language and Deaf Culture. This event heightens the hearing community’s awareness and sensitivity toward deafness. DeaFestival creates employment opportunities and greater exposure for deaf and hard of hearing performing and visual artists. Outreach: Workshops focusing on deaf awareness, empowerment and other topics are provided to groups upon request. In addition, the Telecommunication Access Program provides outreach presentations and training to teach consumers how to use the distributed specialized telecommunications equipment. Deaf Access Stations: Stations equipped with videophones allow a deaf or hard of hearing person to communicate with a hearing person through the use of video relay services or make direct videophone calls to another videophone consumer. Deaf Resource Library: Free lending library that is open to the public, which has resources that are beneficial to anyone with an interest in the deaf and hard of hearing community, learning ASL, coping with hearing loss, education, legal rights and various other topics related to hearing loss. To make requests for general information, interpreting or captioning services, TAP application, DeaFestival or Communicator Visor Card, go to https://www.kcdhh.ky.gov/reqforms or call at the numbers listed above. |
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Kentucky Adult Education (502) 573-5114 (V/T) Reecie Stagnolia, Vice President Adult basic education programs are offered statewide and free of charge to all adults in Kentucky. Arrangements will be made to provide interpreters for deaf adults to participate in adult education programs.Adult basic education programs serve adults who are 16 years of age or older, not enrolled in a regular secondary school program and have not earned a high school credential or who have a high school credential yet function below an 11.9 grade level. Kentucky Client Assistance Program (800) 633-6283 (V) Gerry Gordon-Brown, Director For email contact: Vanessa.Denham@ky.gov The Client Assistance Program (CAP) provides advice, assistance and information regarding benefits available from rehabilitation programs to individuals with disabilities. Contact CAP if you have questions about your case, are experiencing undue delays, do not agree with the determination that you are ineligible for services, have been denied services that you believe you are entitled, and need help to prepare and provide for adequate representation in a grievance or appeal process. Kentucky Workforce Investment (502) 564-0372 (V) Beth Brinly, Commissioner The mission of the Department of Workforce Investment is connecting Kentucky to employment, workforce information, education and training. Kentucky Office for the Blind (502) 782-3414 (V) The Department for the Blind provides career services and assistance to adults with severe visual limitations who want to become productive in the home or work force. Services: Services include independent living, medical evaluation, counseling to cope and adjust to visual loss, vocational evaluation and guidance, training in innovative careers, corrective surgery, employment placement assistance, and technical equipment and visual aids. |
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Kentucky Assistive Technology Service Network (502) 429-8285 (V) Jimmy Brown, Coordinator The Kentucky Assistive Technology Service (KATS) Network is a division of the KY Department for the Blind. Activities conducted are consistent with the purposes and intent of ‘The Assistive Technology Act of 1988’. Assistive technology information and related services are available to all persons with disabilities including the deaf and hard of hearing. Services include the dissemination of information, assistive device loan program, needs assessment for appropriate assistive technology, equipment training, research and development of assistive devices, and repair and modification of assistive devices.
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Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (502) 564-4440 (V/T) (502) 564-0226 (Cap-Tel line) http://ovr.ky.gov The mission of the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation is to assist eligible persons with disabilities Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Sharon White, Administrative Assistant Deaf Individuals Individuals who use sign langauge are served by a Rehabilitation Counselor for the Deaf (RCD). These counselors have skills in sign language communication and deaf awareness. There are RCDs available statewide to provide these specialized services:
Joe Scott, Branch Manager, Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services Hard of Hearing and Late Deafened Individuals Individuals who do not use sign language are served by a Communication Specialist (CS). These counselors have received specialized training about hearing loss and available technology. Some examples of these services include:
Lori Bishop, Coordinator of Hard of Hearing and Late Deafened Services |
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Office of Employment and Training (502) 564-7456 (V) Buddy Hoskinson, Executive Director The Office of Employment and Training, in cooperation with its partners, shall provide qualified people for jobs, quality jobs for people, temporary financial support for the unemployed, comprehensive labor market information, and preserve the integrity and viability of the Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund, thus promoting the economic well-being of the Commonwealth. The Kentucky Office of Employment and Training is part of the Department for Workforce Investment. The work of our department falls into three broad areas.
Contact this office to find the location of the LOCAL FIELD OFFICE closest to you. |
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Office of the Secretary (502) 564-4240 (V) Lori Hudson Flanery, Secretary The Kentucky Finance and Administration Cabinet is responsible for the construction of state facilities, property management, expenditure control, state purchasing and postal and printing services. Licensure Boards Interpreters for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (502) 782-8801 (V) https://kbi.ky.gov The purpose of the Board of Interpreters for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is to administer and enforce the statutory authority and to monitor the needs of the consuming public. The Board licenses all eligible candidates for entry into the profession of Interpreting. It recommends appropriate changes in the law to assure fairness and equality. The Board conducts formal hearings when necessary and prosecutes by due process any violators of KRS 309.300 to 309.319. Specialist in Hearing Instruments (502) 564-3296 ext. 239 (V) The purpose of the Board of Hearing Instrument Specialists is to administer and enforce the statutory authority and to monitor the needs of the consuming public. The Board examines and licenses all eligible candidates for entry into the profession of Hearing Instrument Dispensing. It recommends appropriate changes in the law to assure fairness and equality. The Board conducts formal hearings when necessary and prosecutes by due process any violators of KRS 334. Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (502) 564-3296 x224 (V) http://slp.ky.gov/ The purpose of the Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology is to administer and enforce the statutory authority and to monitor the needs of the consuming public. The Board examines and licenses all eligible candidates for entry into the profession of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. It recommends appropriate changes in the law to assure fairness and equality. The Board conducts formal hearings when necessary and prosecutes by due process any violators of KRS 334A. |
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Department of Revenue (502) 564-4581 (V) Thomas B. Miller, Commissioner Department of Revenue is the statutory agency of state government responsible for the administration and enforcement of all state revenue laws and for the assessment and collection of state taxes. Its mission is to provide courteous, accurate and efficient services for the benefit of Kentucky and its citizens, and administer the tax laws of the Commonwealth in a fair and impartial manner. |
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Office of the Secretary (502) 564-7042 (V) Janie Miller, Cabinet Secretary The Cabinet for Health and Family Services is the state government agency that administers programs to promote the mental and physical health of Kentuckians and support Kentucky’s families. Department for Community Based Services (502) 564-3703 (V) Patricia R. Wilson, Commissioner The Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) is responsible for child and adult protection, foster care and adoption and services to enhance family self-sufficiency — including food stamps, cash assistance, child support, child care assistance and Medicaid eligibility. DCBS services are administered through our network of nine (9) service regions and offices in each of Kentucky’s 120 counties. In addition, DCBS utilizes a network of contract officials to deliver services, such as child support and child care. The provision of services is enhanced through a close relationship and coordination with local community partners. |
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Division of Family Support (502) 564-3440 (V) http://www.chfs.ky.gov/dcbs/dfs Cathy G. Mobley, Director The Division of Family Support is responsible for administering several programs including Food Benefits/ EBT Program, Kentucky Transitional Assistance Program (K-TAP), and Medicaid programs. The division also has sections that deal with welfare administration claims, Adult Guardianship Cases and the Weatherization Assistance Program. Applications for these programs are taken in each of the 120 counties’ Department for Community Based Services offices.
Protection and Permanency (502) 564-6852 (V) http://www.chfs.ky.gov/dcbs/dpp Mike Cheek, Director Division of Protection and Permanency provides consultative services and technical assistance to the service regions regarding issues of child and adult protection, guardianship and permanency for children. Family Violence Prevention Resources Branch (502) 564-9433 (V) http://chfs.ky.gov/dcbs/dpp/violenceprevention.htm Sharon Hilborn, Director Adult and Child Abuse Reporting Hotline: Department of Income Support (502) 564-2285 (V) Child Support Enforcement Hotline: http://www.chfs.ky.gov/dis/cse.htm Steven P. Veno, Deputy Commissioner The Child Support Enforcement (CSE) is a division in the Department for Income Support (DIS). CSE provides assistance to any person with a minor child(ren) who needs financial support from a noncustodial parent. |
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Kentucky Commission for Children with Special Health Care Needs (800) 232-1160 (V) https://chfs.ky.gov/agencies/ccshcn/ Jackie Richardson, Executive Director The Commission develops, finances and delivers medical services to identify, diagnose, treat, and correct disabling problems of children and youth under age 21. Eligibility requirements include a condition amenable to medical treatment, a financial need to pay for the care or the inability to get similar care through other sources. Conditions Treated: Asthma, burns, cerebral palsy, cleft lip and palate, craniofacial anomalies, cystic fibrosis, eye disease and injuries, hand surgery, hearing loss and draining ears, speech disorders, heart defects, hemophilia, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, neurology, spina bifida, orthopedic, pediatric surgery, plastic surgery, scoliosis, seizures and urology. Services Provided: Diagnosis, treatment, out-patient and inpatient clinic care and surgery, occupational and physical therapy, Universal Newborn Hearing Screening, speech therapy, audiological services, psychological evaluation, social worker counseling, hearing aid purchase, hearing screening, nutritional consulting and transitional assistance.
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Hazard Office (606) 435-6167 (V) |
Breathitt, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Owsley, Perry and Wolfe |
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Lexington Office (859) 252-3170 (V) |
Anderson, Boone, Bourbon, Boyle, Clark, Estill, Fayette, Franklin, Garrard, Grant, Harrison, Jessamine, Kenton, Lincoln, Madison, Mercer, Nicholas, Powell, Scott and Woodford |
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Louisville Office (502) 429-4430 (V) |
Bullitt, Carroll, Gallatin, Henry, Jefferson, Oldham, Owen, Shelby, Spencer, Trimble and statewide |
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Morehead Office (606) 783-8610 (V) |
Bath, Bracken, Campbell, Fleming, Lewis, Mason, Menifee, Montgomery, Morgan, Pendleton, Robertson and Rowan |
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Owensboro Office (270) 687- 7038 (V) |
Daviess, Hancock, Henderson, Hopkins, McLean, Muhlenberg, Ohio, Union and Webster |
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Paducah Office (270) 443-3651 (V) |
Ballard, Caldwell, Calloway, Carlisle, Crittenden, Fulton, Graves, Hickman, Livingston, Lyon, McCracken, Marshall and Trigg |
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Prestonsburg Office (606) 889-1761 (V) |
Floyd, Johnson, Magoffin, Martin and Pike |
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Somerset Office (606) 678-4454 (V) |
Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, McCreary, Pulaski, Russell, Taylor and Wayne |
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Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (800) 232-1160 (V/T) Peg Barry, Au.D., CCC-A, EHDI Branch Manager
The Commission for Children with Special Health Care Needs manages the Early Hearing Detection and Invervention Program, which ensures that all newborns receive a hearing screening before leaving the hospital as well as tracking follow-up for diagnostic services for infants who refer on the newborn hearing screening and intervention services for children birth to 3 years of age who are identified with hearing loss. Additionally, the EHDI/Audiology branch of the Commission for Children with Special Health Care Needs provides direct diagnostic and intervention services. The goal of Kentucky’s Newborn Hearing Screening program is to identify congenital hearing loss in children by three months of age and enroll them in appropriate early intervention by six months of age. Kentucky hospitals currently screen 98 percent of newborns before they leave the hospital. The Commission provides support for hospitals by:
The Commission provides these supports for families:
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Department for Public Health (502) 564-3970 (V) Stephanie Mayfield Gibson, MD, FCAP, Commissioner The Department for Public Health is the sole organizational unit of Kentucky’s state government responsible for developing and operating all public health programs and activities for the citizens of Kentucky. These activities include health service programs for the prevention, detection, care, and treatment of physical disability, illness and disease. Office of Vital Statistics (502) 564-4212 (V) The Vital Statistics Law of Kentucky, providing for and legalizing the registration of births and deaths, was enacted by the General Assembly of 1910, and became effective January 1, 1911. HIV-AIDS Branch The Kentucky Department for Public Health, HIV-AIDS Branch, will promote the prevention of HIV Local Health Department Information (502) 564-3796 (V) The Local Health Department Information provides administrative support to local health departments in Kentucky Outreach and Information Network (KOIN) The goal of the KOIN is to ensure that in the event of a public health emergency, communication channels are in place and that the KOIN members understand their role for notifying individuals within their appropriate channels. This network can be utilized not only in emergencies or disasters, but also to protect the health of Kentucky citizens in more day-to-day situations such as immunizations clinics, diabetes education/ screening or flu shot distribution. |
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Kentucky Department for Medicaid Services (502) 564-4321 (V) Elizabeth Johnson, Commissioner The Department for Medicaid Services (DMS) directs quality health care outcomes for Medicaid members and manages all aspects of the state’s insurance program for families and individuals with limited income and resources. Kentucky Children’s Health Insurance Program (KCHIP) (877) 524-4718 (V) http://kidshealth.ky.gov/en/kchip/ Lisa Lee, Director The Kentucky Children’s Health Insurance Program (KCHIP) provides health coverage at little or no cost to uninsured children who qualify. Uninsured children under the age 19 who live in families with income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level are eligible. For a family of four that is $42,400 per year. Children currently receiving Medicaid are not eligible, unless the family income increases. The initial application process requires a face-to-face interview at your local Department for Public Health office. Appointments can be scheduled or walk-ins are accepted. To find where your local Public Health office is located, call (502) 564-3970. Department for Mental Health, Developmental, Behavioral and Intellectual Disabilities (502) 564-4527 (V) Eric Friedlander, Acting Commissioner http://dbhdid.ky.gov/kdbhdid/default.aspx The Department develops and administers programs for the prevention, education, detection and treatment of mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse as well as hospital treatment and long- term support services. The Department also contracts with 14 regional community mental health/mental retardation boards across the state to provide community services. The Department also administers and operates facilities to provide inpatient treatment and residential services. Division of Behavioral Health Division of Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities |
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Kentucky Mental Health Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services If you are having a mental health emergency (crisis) in the evenings or weekends, please call the Statewide TTY Crisis Line It will be answered by a person knowledgeable about Deaf culture who can help you. During the weekdays, please call your local Community Mental Health Center for assistance. The Department’s Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) program works to make sure that consumers of mental health, intellectual disability, and substance abuse services have access and accommodations to the same array of services as hearing individuals. The fourteen (14) regional Community Mental Health Centers are required by law to provide the following services: emergency care, outpatient therapy, partial hospitalization, psychosocial rehabilitation for individuals with serious mental illness, developmental disability, and substance abuse services. Individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing have the right to certified, licensed interpreters to access these services. Two regions, Bluegrass and Seven Counties, have specialists who are fluent in American Sign Language and knowledgeable about Deaf culture and hearing loss issues. The Department provides reimbursement to Centers utilizing certified, licensed interpreters. Centers accept Medicaid, Medicare, and, sometimes, other insurance for the mental health services provided. In addition to increasing access to available services, the DHHS program initiated several programs to develop and improve services. Staff are available to provide training on serving Deaf or Hard of Hearing consumers through three- and six-hour modules, Quarterly Therapists’ Retreats, and Mental Health Interpreting Peer Supervison groups. Regional needs are addressed through KY CARE (Connecting Advocates for Recovery and Empowerment of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals and Communities) groups welcoming consumers, family members, community members, and providers to plan and implement change in Northern KY, Owensboro, Bowling Green, Corbin, and Hopkinsville. Please contact the Department for issues related to accessing care or to get involved in planning and implementing more effective services for individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Community Mental Health and Mental Retardation Centers (CMHMRCs) There are 14 regional CMHMRCs (also known as comprehensive care, or comp care centers) to cover 14 geographic regions for the purpose of planning and providing services that enable individuals to stay in their communities. They are private, non-profit organizations with their own governing boards. Services as required by law include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization/psychosocial rehabilitation, emergency care, consultation and education and mental retardation and substance abuse services. Some CMHMRCs provide additional supportive and rehabilitation services such as case management and housing support. For more information, please call (502) 564-5777(T) or (502) 564-4448 (V). |
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Please contact the regional center that serves your county in
order to arrange an appointment at the office nearest you.
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COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER |
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The Adanta Group (606) 679-4782 (V/T) |
Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, McCreary, Pulaski, Russell, Taylor and Wayne |
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Communicare, Inc. (270) 765-2605 (V) |
Breckinridge, Grayson, Hardin, Larue, Marion, Meade, Nelson and Washington |
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Seven Counties Services, Inc. (502) 589-8600 (V) |
Bullitt, Henry, Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer and Trimble |
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Pathways, Inc. (606) 329-8588 (V) |
Boyd, Carter, Elliott, Greenup, Lawrence, Bath, Menifee, Montgomery, Morgan and Rowan |
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Four Rivers Behavorial Health (270) 442-1452 (V) |
Ballard, Calloway, Carlisle, Fulton, Graves, Livingston, McCracken, Marshall and Hickman |
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Penny Royal Regional MH/MR Board, Inc. (270) 886-2205 (V) |
Caldwell, Christian, Crittenden, Hopkins, Lyon, Muhlenburg, Todd and Trigg |
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Bluegrass Regional MH/MR Board, Inc. (859) 253-1686 (V) |
Anderson, Bourbon, Boyle, Clark, Estill, Fayette, Franklin, Garrard, Harrison, Jessamine, Lincoln, Madison, Mercer, Nicholas, Powell, Scott and Woodford |
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Comprehend, Inc. (606) 564-4016 (V) |
Bracken, Fleming, Lewis, Mason and Robertson |
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KY River Community Care (606) 666-9006 (V) |
Breathitt, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Owsley, Perry and Wolfe |
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Mountain Comp Care Center (606) 886-8572 (V) |
Floyd, Johnson, Magoffin, Martin and Pike |
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Northkey Comp Care Center (859) 331-3292 (V) |
Boone, Campbell, Carroll, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, Owen and Pendleton |
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Life Skills (270) 901-5000 (V) |
Allen, Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Monroe, Simpson and Warren |
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State Treatment Facilities: These facilities provide evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation services for those persons whose illness was too severe for them to be maintained in the community. The services are provided 365 days a year, 24 hours a day.
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First Steps (877) 417-8377 (V) http://chfs.ky.gov/dph/firststeps.htm Paula Goff, Part C Coordinator/Program Administrator First Steps, Kentucky’s Early Intervention System, is a comprehensive statewide system of community- based, family-centered services for young children birth to age three who have a developmental delay or a particular medical condition that is known to cause a developmental delay. First Steps early intervention services are voluntary and help those families meet the developmental needs of their children. First Steps services are provided statewide and coordinated by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. Anyone, including a family member, who is concerned about an infant or toddler’s development and family, may make a referral to First Steps by contacting the closest Point of Entry office. |
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Fivco District |
Boyd, Carter, Elliott, Greenup and Lawrence |
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Gateway District |
Bath, Menifee, Morgan, Montgomery and Rowan |
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Big Sandy District |
Floyd, Johnson, Magoffin, Martin and Pike |
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Kentucky River District |
Breathitt, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Owsley, Perry and Wolfe |
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Cumberland Valley District |
Bell, Clay, Harlan, Jackson, Knox, Laurel, Rockcastle and Whitley |
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Lake Cumberland District |
Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, McCreary, Pulaski, Russell, Taylor and Wayne |
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Bluegrass District |
Anderson, Bourbon, Boyle, Clark, Estill, Fayette, Franklin, Garrard, Harrison, Jessamine, Lincoln, Madison, Mercer, Nicholas, Powell, Scott and Woodford |
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Barren River District |
Allen, Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Monroe, Simpson and Warren |
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Purchase District |
Ballard, Calloway, Carlisle, Fulton, Graves, Hickman, Livingston, Marshall, McCracken |
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Pennyrile District |
Caldwell, Christian, Crittenden, Hopkins, Lyon, Livingston, Muhlenberg, Trigg, Todd |
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Green River District (888) 686-1414 (V) |
Daviess, Hancock, Henderson, McLean, Ohio, Union, Webster |
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Lincoln Trail District |
Breckenridge, Grayson, Hardin, Larue, Marion, Meade, Nelson, Washington |
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Kentuckiana District |
Bullitt, Henry, Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer, Trimble |
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Northern Kentucky District |
Boone, Campbell, Carroll, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, Owen, Pendleton |
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Buffalo Trace District |
Bracken, Fleming, Lewis, Mason, Robertson |
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Department for Family Resource Centers and Volunteer Services Division of Family Resource and Youth Services Centers (FRYSC) (502) 564-4986 (V) Michael Denney, Director Provides administrative support, technical assistance and training to local school-based centers which assist academically at-risk students and their families. Kentucky Commission on Community Volunteerism and Services (KCCVS) (502) 564-7420 (V) Eileen Cackowski, Executive Director Responds to personal and community needs by administering service programs, most notably, Kentucky’s AmeriCorps. |
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Department for Aging and Independent Living (502) 564-6930 (V) Deborah Anderson, Commissioner Provides services to help older Kentuckians and their families through a statewide network of local, private, and public agencies. |
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Office of the Ombudsman (800) 372-2973 (V) Mary R. Begley, Executive Director Office of the Ombudsman answers questions about CHFS programs, investigates client complaints and works with CHFS management to resolve them. The Office of the Ombudsman advises CHFS management about patterns of complaints and recommends corrSective action when appropriate. |
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Justice and Public Safety Cabinet http://www.justice.ky.gov/ |
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Office of the Secretary (502) 564-7554 (V) J. Michael Brown, Cabinet Secretary |
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Department of Kentucky State Police (502) 782-1800 (V/T) http://www.kentuckystatepolice.org Rodney Brewer, Commissioner Communications: TTY callers can call the numbers above 24 hours a day and leave emergency messages, which will be relayed to the appropriate personnel. Media Relations Commander Cadets in the Kentucky State Police Academy are given training in deaf awareness and communications. Emphasis is placed on the identification of a deaf person, understanding basic sign language and how to advise a deaf person of his rights. |
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Campbellsburg |
(502) 532-6363 |
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Dry Ridge |
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Richmond |
(859) 623-2404 |
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Morehead |
(606) 784-4127 |
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Pikeville |
(606) 433-7711 |
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Harlan |
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London |
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Frankfort |
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Columbia |
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Department of Public Advocacy (502) 564-2967 (V) Marsha Hockensmith, Director The Protection and Advocacy Division (P & A) protects and advocates for human, legal and civil rights. A limited number of individuals with disabilities (includes deaf and hard of hearing individuals) whose rights have been violated due to disability may receive representation. P & A uses case acceptance priorities to determine which cases to pursue. P & A services are provided at no cost. P & A is independent of any agency providing treatment, services or rehabilitation to individuals with disabilities. P & A policy is to resolve client complaints through negotiation and other informal means. P & A has federal and state authority to pursue resolutions administratively and through the courts. All calls will be kept confidential and interpreters are available upon advance notice. The 800 number is a message center only. Leave your name and number and indicate whether your number is a pay phone, neighbor’s phone or home phone. Services available: Review of complaints to determine violation of legal rights and an explanation of the findings, client-directed representation by an advocate, provision of information and technical assistance, provision of education and training to increase self-advocacy skills and awareness of laws and regulations that concern individuals with disabilities. |
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Office of the Secretary (866) 725-5463 (V) Tim Longmeyer, Cabinet Secretary Applicants seeking employment with the state goverment can obtain information on how to apply for jobs, examination procedures and register ranking. http://personnel.ky.gov/employment/ Applicants may request an interpreter for examinations or employment counseling. Requests for an interpreter must be made two weeks in advance. Qualified interpreters will follow the code of ethics and take care not to give any explanation or assistance with the questions. Workers’ Compensation Mary Hook, Executive Director |
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Lexington Hearing and Speech Center (859) 268-4545 (V/T) Marcey Ansley, Executive Director The Lexington Hearing and Speech Center is a private agency serving deaf, hard of hearing, and speech and language delayed individuals. The Center is approved as a Kentucky Preschool Vendor for public school contracts and is partially funded by the United Way. The Center provides services to infants and children with hearing loss, including:
Heuser Hearing & Language Academy (502) 584-3573 (V) http://www.thehearinginstitute.org Brett Bachmann, Chief Executive Officer The Heuser Hearing & Lanugage Academy established their Hearing Services Center to provide comprehensive, in-depth services related to diagnosis/evaluation, intervention/rehabilitation, amplification and listening devices/other technology, medical services and research regarding hearing loss for adults and children. The vision of the Hearing Services Center is to make quality, comprehensive hearing healthcare services available to any person in our community. These services include the fitting and dispensing of listening devices, hearing research, ear related medical services and other daily living devices for persons identified with a hearing loss or communication challenges. |
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Kentucky School for the Deaf (859) 239-7017 (V/T) KSD’s Early Childhood Program has locations throughout the state with teachers providing consultation, early intervention home visits, and preschool classes (not residential) as determined by the needs of each region. **For information on Preschool programs in your area, please contact the KSD Outreach Consultant in your region. See table on the next page. |
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Kentucky School for the Deaf (859) 239-7017 (V/T) Rodney Buis, Principal Founded in 1823 as the first state-supported school for the deaf in the United States. KSD is dedicated to providing quality education to Kentucky’s deaf and hard of hearing students, birth to 21 years of age. A comprehensive elementary and secondary education is offered, emphasizing both English and American Sign Language. Support services for speech therapy and use of amplification are also available. Instruction follows the state core curriculum and includes a diversified career/technical education program, physical education, and deaf studies, as well as athletic, recreational, and extracurricular activities. Specific services to support deaf, multi-disabled students are included. Elementary and secondary students can either be day-students or residential students. Kentucky School for the Deaf - Outreach Department KSD encompasses the Statewide Educational Resource Center on Deafness as established by the Kentucky General Assembly. Outreach services include consultation, curriculum evaluation, program planning, and professional development activities. Wilton McMillan, Director of KSD Outreach for Statewide Support Services wilton.mcmillan@ksd.kyschools.us Artie Grassman, Director of Outreach for KSD Regional Programs & Services 859-583-0800 (V) |
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KSD Outreach Consultants Serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students in partnership with the Special Education Cooperatives Educational Consultants are located across the state to provide technical assistance to special education cooperatives to help support programs and services for students who have a hearing loss. Consultation and technical assistance is available for evaluations, educational programming, classroom adaptations, interpreting, meaningfulinclusionary practices, and technical assistive support. |
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Sue Frisbee (859) 824-4484 x124 (V) |
Christi Bailey, M.A., (859) 324-6149 (V) |
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Heather Hall, M.A., (606) 439-1119 Ex. 41 (V) |
Paula Humphreys (270) 538-4355 (V) |
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Laurie VanConia (270) 852.7250 (V) |
Meena Mann |
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Statewide Family Support Center (800) 540-3323 (V/T) Linda Cannon Family Support Specialist (859) 936-6722 (V/T) Established to provide support and serve Kentucky families with children who are deaf and hard of hearing, the SFSC is part of the Kentucky School for the Deaf’s Outreach Services and the Statewide Educational Resource Center on Deafness, components of the Kentucky Department of Education. Kentucky Educational Cooperatives Special Education Services (270) 809-6980 Susan Clifton, Director All 176 local school districts, and the Kentucky Schools for the Blind and Deaf are members of a special education cooperative. Funding is provided using federal dollars awarded to Kentucky under Part B, Section 611, of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Amendments of 1997. The Special Education Cooperative Network is intended to assist local school districts in meeting the needs of its member districts. Services range from technical assistance, trainings, professional development, specialized services, research, and other needs identified by member districts and the Kentucky Department of Education.
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Central Kentucky Educational Cooperative (859) 402-8610 (V) Marti Ginter, Director |
Green River Regional Educational Cooperative Donna Link, (270) 563-2113 (V) |
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Jefferson County Exceptional Child Education Services (502) 485-8500 (V) Terry Ray, Director |
Kentucky Educational Development Corporation (606) 929-2209 (V) Stephanie Little, Director |
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Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative (606) 439-1119 (V) Eddy Wilder, Director |
Northern Kentucky Cooperative for Educational Services (859) 442-8600 (V) Linda Alford, Director |
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Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative (502) 647-3533, ext. 218 (V) Larry Taylor, Director |
Southeast/Southcentral Education Cooperative (859) 625-6048 (V) Melissa Reynolds, Director |
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West Kentucky Educational Cooperative (270) 809-6980 (V) Susan Clifton, Director |
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*To locate the Director of Special Education (DOSE) of your district,
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KY DEAFBLIND PROJECT (859) 257-6063 (V) Diane Hayes, Training Coordinator The Deaf-Blind Project serves individuals from birth to 21 years of age. The program provides training and consultation to families & service providers of persons with deafblindness to lead toward full community integration. In-service training is provided. The project consults with the faculty of state universities on providing pre-service training on the topic of deafblindness. |
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Charles W. McDowell Rehabilitation Center for the Blind (502) 429-4460 (V) Steve Deeley, Manager The Charles W. McDowell Rehabilitation Center for the Blind offers programs at the center to meet an individual’s training needs. A vocational or independent living counselor will determine an individual’s eligibility to receive services at the center. Once a person is referred to the center training program they participate in activities that will assist them in meeting their goals. There is no direct charge for training, instruction or room and board while at the center. The training components offered are: |
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Clovernook Center for the Blind (513) 522-3860 (V) Robin L. Usalis, President/CEO Innovative programs including Community Living and a year-round youth initiative focus on developing the skills individuals with visual impairments need to become independent in the community, while Vocational Services and Clovernook’s own Employment Center combine to help individuals maximize their earning potential and job satisfaction, both on site and in the local job market. Clovernook provides comprehensive rehabilitation services including training and support for independent living, orientation and mobility instruction, vocational training, job placement, counseling, recreation, and youth services. |
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Eastern Kentucky University (859) 622-1000 (V) Deaf and Hard of Hearing Student Services Shirley Rivard, Coordinator (859) 622-2937 (V/T) Provides support services for deaf and hard of hearing students attending Eastern Kentucky University. Eastern Kentucky University also offers two degree programs Interpreter Training Program (859) 622-4966 (V/T) Gay Woloschek, Coordinator Department of Special Education (859) 622-4442 (V) Dr. Debbie Haydon Chair Offers a 5 year dual certification program (including elementary or middle grades) and single certification for deaf and hard of hearing individuals, especially those who wish to teach solely with deaf or hard of hearing children. Department of Psychology (859) 622-3896 (V) Robert Brubaker, Ph.D, Chair Offers a M.S. in Clinical Psychology program integrated with certification training specialized to work with deaf and hard of hearing individuals. |
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University of Louisville Disability Resource Center (502) 852-6938 (V/T) http://www.louisville.edu/disability/ Ms. Molly Smith, Coordinator of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Services: Sign language interpreters, oral interpreters, professional tutors, notetakers, vocational development, personal counseling and placement services, social and cultural activities, sign language training, supervised housing, TTYs, listening systems, visual alarm systems. Interpreter Training Program (502) 852-4607 (V) Timothy Owens, M.ED., ASLTA Professional, RID CDI., Coordinator The Interpreter Training Program at Eastern Kentucky University leads to a four year B.S. degree in interpreting. Outreach workshops for interpreters are provided at different sites throughout the state (for information call 859-622-2116.) Additionally, EKU hosts a two-week summer institute for educational interpreters who work in K-12 settings. |
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Kentucky State University |
Kendis Smith |
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Morehead State University |
Evangeline Day |
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Murray State University |
Velvet Wilson |
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Northern Kentucky University |
Caroline Browning |
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University of Kentucky |
Jacob Karnes, Jr. (859) 257-2754 (V) |
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Ashland Community & Technical College |
Heather Shelton Coordinator Disabled Services |
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Big Sandy Community & Technical College |
Janie Beverley, Disability Services Coordinator |
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Bowling Green Community & Technical College |
Pam Bulle, Disability Services Coordinator (270) 901-1202 (V) |
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Elizabethtown Community & Technical College |
Noel Helm, Disability Services Coordinator |
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Hazard Community & Technical College |
Melissa Johnson |
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Henderson Community College |
Larry Tutt Disability Services |
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Hopkinsville Community College |
Jason Warren, Disability Services Coordinator |
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Madisonville Community & Technical College |
Valerie Wolfe |
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Maysville Community & Technical College |
Tabatha Butler |
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Owensboro Community & Technical College |
Joe Yazvac |
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Somerset Community College |
Mary Petry |
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Southeast Community & Technical College |
Veria “Cookie” Baldwin, Disability Coordinator |
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Shelia Highfil, Disability Resource Coordinator |
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Technical Colleges listed below provide interpreting services for deaf and hard of hearing students. Please call each coordinator for further information. Bluegrass Community & Technical College (859) 246-6753 (V/T) http://www.bluegrass.kctcs.edu April Jeffries, Interpreter Coordinator Services: Interpreters, peer tutoring, notetakers, available TTYs, closed-captioning, listening systems and visual alaRm system in classes. |
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Jefferson Community & Technical College (502) 213-4104 (V) http://www.jefferson.kctcs.edu Venetia Lacy, Interpreter Coordinator Services: Full support services for students including interpreters, notetakers, tutors, counseling, placement, career exploration, visual alarm systems and FM systems. |
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Northern Kentucky Community & Technical College (859) 442-4120 (V) Colleen Kane, Disability Services Coordinator Services: Interpreting and support services for deaf and hard of hearing students. |
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Gallaudet University (202) 651-5000 (V/T) http://www.gallaudet.edu Dr. Alan Hurwitz, President Accredited liberal arts university for the deaf. Undergraduate university provides programs leading to B.A. or B.S. degrees. Graduate Program through Ph.D. open to both deaf and hearing persons. |
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National Technical Institute for the Deaf 52 Lomb Memorial Drive Recruitment and Admissions http://www.ntid.rit.edu Dr. Gerard Buckley, Vice President/Dean NTID is a technical college for deaf students. It is one of the six colleges that make up the Rochester Institute of Technology. NTID has more than thirty accredited programs at the associate degree, diploma, and certificate levels. Services are provided to all colleges of Rochester Institute of Technology including trained interpreters and trained notetakers in all classrooms and laboratory facilities for lectures. All NTID faculty are required to use sign communication directly in the classrooms. One hundred full-time interpreters provide support to students in both classrooms and social and cultural events. |
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California State University at Northridge (CSUN) 18111 Nordoff Street (888) 684-4695 (V/T) Dr. Roz Rosen, Director http://ncod.csun.edu The National Center on Deafness provides students with communication access to the all of the university’s programs and services through interpreting, notetaking, and captioning services. Outside of the classroom NCOD supports students with academic advisors, student development activities, academic support services and classes taught using direct communication. NCOD is also the home to two federal projects. The Western Region Outreach Center & Consortia (WROCC) provides outreach and technical assistance to postsecondary institutions in 16 western states and the Pacific Rim. Roles, Rights, and Responsibilities of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students (3R) provides training to students on how to educate postsecondary faculty, staff, and administration on working with students who are deaf and hard of hearing. |
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Many colleges offer interpreting training programs, support services for the deaf and hard of hearing students, courses of study in the field of rehabilitation, education, mental health related to deafness. You may want to contact KCDHH for a more comprehensive list of referral to other resources.
Postsecondary Education Programs Network 2 (pn2) (414) 892-7044 (VP) Pepnet2 (pn2) recognizes the full range of postsecondary education and training options available for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, including those with co-occurring disabilities, and strives to enhance the capacity of those institutions to appropriately serve this diverse student population. Pn2 is a national collaboration of professionals with expertise in a broad array of content areas and a variety of environments, including research, technology, personnel development, media production, and technical assistance. |
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Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf - KY Chapter Shelby Rutledge |
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American Sign Language Teachers Association - Bluegrass Chapter Aline Shaw, President |
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Gallaudet University Alumni Association - KY Chapter Joe Buschmann, President |
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Junior National Association of the Deaf - KY Chapter (859) 936-6682 (VP) Barbie Harris, Advisor |
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Kentucky Association of the Deaf Dodie Karr, President |
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Kentucky Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Amy R. Hatzel, President |
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Kentucky School for the Deaf Alumni Association Sarita Harkness, President |
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Hearing Loss Association of Kentuckiana (502) 349-6792 (V) Ron Haynes, Coordinator |
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Regional Resource Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Leo Phelps, President Interpreting Services, Educational workshops, and Service Referrals for 10 Counties in Central Kentucky. |
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Carrie McClure Bridge Club 708 E Main Street Danville, KY 40422 (859) 439-0013 (V/T) Carleen Buschman, President Hosts a social bridge club every month. |
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Fern Creek Deaf Club, Inc. Mailing address: 204 Forest Drive (859) 839-6247 (VP) A local deaf club providing recreational and social activities at the Fern Creek Volunteer Fire Department and hosts an annual picnic. The club also provides educational presentations. Meets twice a month on the first and third Saturday of the month. |
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Louisville Association of the Deaf, Inc. Chester Wilbert, Officer A local deaf club providing recreational and social activities since 1923. |
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Louisville Catholic Deaf Society (502) 635-5813 (V) MaryAnn Kaiser, President A group of Deaf Catholics hosting social activities and providing peer support. |
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Louisville Deaf Seniors Danny Hall, President A group of deaf senior citizens that meet twice a month for social activities and peer support and sponsors field trips for it members. |
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Hands & Voices of Kentucky (888) 398-5030 Hands & Voices is dedicated to supporting families with children who are deaf or hard of hearing without bias around communication modes or methodolgy. This is a parent-driven, non-profit organization providing families with the resources, networks, and information they need toimprove communication access and educational outcomes for their children. Our outreach activities, parent/professional collaboration, and advocacy efforts are focused on enabling Deaf and Hard of Hearing children to reach their highest potential. |
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Abledata (301) 608-8912 (T) http://www.abledata.com ABLEDATA is an information and referral project that maintains a database of 20,000-plus assistive technology products. The project also produces fact sheets on types of devices and other aspects of assistive technology. |
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Alexander Graham Bell Assocation for the Deaf (202) 337-5220 (V) Gathers and disseminates information on hearing loss, promotes better public understanding of hearing loss in children and adults, provides scholarships and financial and parent-infant awards, and promotes early detection of hearing loss in infants. |
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601 E Street, NW 1-888-687-2277 (V) Promotes integration of the deaf community through the use of TTY numbers in their national offices and some divisions; open captioning available in feature videos, commercials, and general meetings; gathers and distributes information on rights, accommodation, and culture; 55 Alive program has classes for the deaf in some areas. |
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American Association of the Deaf-Blind (301) 495-4403 (V) http://www.aadb.org Promotes better opportunities and services for deafblind people. Mission is to assure that a comprehensive, coordinated system of services is accessible to all deafblind people, enabling them to achieve their maximum potential through increased independence, productivity, and integration into the community. The annual convention provides a week of workshops, meetings, tours, and recreational activities. |
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American Cochlear Implant Alliance (703) 534.6146 (V) The mission of the American Cochlear Implant (ACI) Alliance Foundation is to advance access to the gift of hearing provided by cochlear implantation through research, advocacy and awareness. |
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American Deafness and Rehabilitation Association (ADARA) adaraorg@comcast.net Promotes and participates in quality human service delivery to deaf and hard of hearing people through agencies and individuals. ADARA is a partnership of national organizations, local affiliates, professional sections, and individual members working together to support social services and rehabilitation for deaf and hard of hearing people. |
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American Hearing Research Foundation (312) 726-9670 (V) http://www.american-hearing.org Supports medical research and education into the causes, prevention, and cures of deafness, hearing losses, and balance disorders. Also keeps physicians and the public informed of the latest developments in hearing research and education. |
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American Society for Deaf Children (800) 942-2732 (V) http://www.deafchildren.org/ ASDC is a nonprofit parent-helping parent organization promoting a positive attitude toward signing and deaf culture. Also provides support, encouragement, and current information about deafness to families with deaf and hard of hearing children. |
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Arkansas Rehabilitation Research and Training Center for Persons who are Deaf and Hard or Hearing University of Arkansas (501) 686-9691 (V/T) The center focuses on issues affecting the employability of deaf and hard of hearing rehabilitation clients, including career assessment, career preparation, placement, career mobility, and advancement. Provides information and/or databases related to the rehabilitation of deaf and hard of hearing people served by the federal and state Vocational Rehabilitation Programs. |
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Association of Late-Deafened Adults (815) 332-1515 (V/T) (866) 402-2532 (V/T) http://www.alda.org Serves as a resource and information center for late-deafened adults and works to increase public awareness of the special needs of late-deafened adults. ALDA provides guidance for late deafened adults, their families, and their friends on ways to deal effectively with the difficulties arising from becoming deaf. |
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American Speech-Language Hearing Association 2200 Research Blvd Rockville, MD 20850-3289 Professionals and Students: (800) 498-2071 (V) http://www.asha.org A professional and scientific organization for speech-language pathologists and audiologists concerned with communication disorders. Call the toll-free HELPLINE number listed above to inquire about speech, language, or hearing problems. Provides referrals to audiologists and speech-language pathologists in the United States. |
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Better Hearing Institute (202) 449-1100 Helpline http://www.betterhearing.org BHI is a nonprofit educational organization that implements national public information programs on hearing loss and available medical, surgical, hearing aid, and rehabilitation assistance for millions with uncorrected hearing problems. Promotes awareness of hearing loss through television, radio, and print media public service messages. Call the toll-free “Hearing Helpline” listed above to get information on hearing loss, sources of assistance, list of local hearing professionals, and other available hearing help. |
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Boys Town National Research Hospital (402) 498-6511 (V) http://www.boystownhospital.org Boys Town National Research Hospital (BTNRH) is an internationally recognized center for state-of-the-art research, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with ear diseases, hearing and balance disorders, cleft lip and palate, and speech/language problems. It also includes programs such as Parent/Child Workshops, Center for Childhood Deafness, Register for Hereditary Hearing Loss, Center for Hearing Research, Center for Abused Disabled, and summer programs for gifted deaf teens and college students. |
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Captioned Media Program (800) 237-6213 (V) http://www.dcmp.org Free loans of educational and entertainment captioned videos for deaf and hard of hearing people or those who work with deaf and hard of hearing people. |
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention http://www.cdc.gov National Aids Hotline: (800) 342-2437 (V) |
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Children of Deaf Adults International, Inc. (805) 682-0997 (V/T) http://www.coda-international.org Organization that focuses on hearing children of deaf adults. Membership is primarily, but not exclusively, composed of hearing children of deaf parents. CODA addresses bicultural experiences through conferences, support groups, and resource development. |
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The Caption Center Media Access Group (617) 300-3400 (V) http://main.wgbh.org/wgbh/pages/mag/ A nonprofit service of the WGBH Educational Foundation with offices in Boston, New York, and Los Angeles. Produces captions for every segment of the entertainment and advertising industries and offers clients an array of services including off-line captions, real-time captions, and open captions. Sells open-captioning software and QuickCaption to enable schools and agencies to caption their own programs and events. |
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Communication Service for the Deaf, Inc. (606) 367-5760 (V) CSD (also known as Communication Service for the Deaf, Inc.) is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to providing broad-based services, ensuring public accessibility and increasing public awareness of issues affecting deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Through global leadership and a continuum of quality communication services and human service programs, CSD provides the tools conductive to a positive and full integrated life. |
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Conference of Educational Administrators of Schools and Programs for the Deaf (904) 810-5200 (V/T) (904) 810-5525 Fax http://www.ceasd.org Focuses on improvements in the education of deaf and hard of hearing people through research, personnel development, advocacy and training. |
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Convention of American Instructors of the Deaf (817) 354-8414 (V/T) http://www.caid.org An organization that promotes professional development, communication, and information among educators of deaf individuals and other interested people. |
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Council for Exceptional Children (888) 232-7733 (V) http://www.cec.sped.org |
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Hearing Health Foundation (212) 257-6140 (V) http://www.hearinghealthfoundation.org The nation’s largest voluntary health organization, providing grants for fellowships, symposia, and research into the causes, treatment, and prevention of all ear disorders. The DRF also provides information and referral services. |
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Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund 3075 Adeline Street, Suite 210 (510) 644-2555 v Provides technical assistance, information, and referrals on disability laws and policies; training, information, and legal advocacy to parents of children with disabilities; legal representation to adults and children with disabilities in cases involving their rights to employment, education, transportation, housing, and access to public accommodations; and training for law students through the Disability Clinical Legal Education Program. |
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The Ear Foundation 615-329-7809 (V) The Ear Foundation focuses on integrating persons who are hearing impaired into mainstream society through public awareness and medical education. The Foundation administers the Meniere's Network, a national network of patient support groups that provides people with the opportunity to share experiences and coping strategies. |
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Hands & Voices (303) 492-6283(V) http://www.handsandvoices.org/ Hands & Voices is dedicated to supporting families with children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing without bias around communication modes or methodolgy. This is a parent-driven, non-profit organization providing families with the resources, networks, and information they need to improve communication access and educational outcomes for their children. Their outreach activities, parent/professional collaboration, and advocacy efforts are focused on enabling Deaf and Hard of Hearing children to reach their highest potential. |
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Hearing Education and Awareness for Rockers (415) 409-3277 (V) http://www.hearnet.com Educates the public about the real dangers of hearing loss resulting from repeated exposure to excessive noise levels. Offers information about hearing protection, testing, and other information about hearing loss and tinnitus. Operates a 24-hour hotline information, referral, and support network service and conducts a free hearing screening program in the San Francisco Bay area. Also launches public hearing awareness campaigns, provides programs for schools and seminars, and distributes earplugs to club and concert-goers. Initiated H.E.A.R. affiliates in other cities worldwide. |
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Hearing Loss Association of America (301) 657-2248 (V) http://www.hearingloss.org Promotes awareness and information about hearing loss, communication, assistive devices, and alternative communication skills through publications, exhibits, and presentations. |
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HEATH Resource Center (800) 544-3284 (V/T) http://www.heath.gwu.edu HEATH disseminates information nationally about disability issues in postsecondary education. It offers free publications and a toll-free telephone service of use to administrators, service providers, teachers, instructors, rehabilitation counselors, health professionals, and individuals with disabilities and their families. |
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Helen Keller National Center for Deaf-Blind Youths/Adults141 Middle Neck Road (516) 944-8900 (V) http://www.helenkeller.org The national center and its 10 regional offices provide diagnostic evaluations, comprehensive vocational and personal adjustment training, and job preparation and placement for people who are deafblind from every state and territory. Field services include information, referral, advocacy and technical assistance to profes- sionals, consumers, and families. |
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Job Accommodation Network (800) 526-7234 (V) http://www.jan.wvu.edu An international toll-free consulting service that provides information about job accommodations and the employability of people with functional limitations. |
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John Tracy Clinic (213) 748-5481 (V) http://www.johntracyclinic.org An educational facility for preschool-age children who have hearing losses and their families. In addition to on-site services, worldwide correspondence courses in English and Spanish are offered to parents whose children are of preschool age and are hard of hearing, deaf or deafblind. All services of JTC are free of charge to the families. |
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National Association of the Deaf (301) 587-1788 (V) http://www.nad.org Howard Rosenblum, CEO Justice Dept ADA Hotline: 800-514-0383 (TTY) The Nation’s largest organization safeguarding the accessibility and civil rights of 28 million deaf and hard of hearing Americans in education, employment, health care, and telecommunications. Focuses on grassroots advocacy and empowerment, captioned media, deafness-related information and publications, legal assistance, policy development and research, public awareness, and youth leadership development. |
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Junior NAD and Youth Leadership Camp Develops and promotes citizenship, scholarship, and leadership skills in deaf and hard of hearing high school students through chapter projects, national conventions, contests, and other activities. The NAD also sponsors a month-long Youth Leadership Camp program each summer. |
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Law & Advocacy Center Develops and provides a variety of legal services and programs to the deaf community, including representation, counseling, information, and education. |
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National Black Deaf Advocates Benro Ogunyipe, President Promotes leadership, deaf awareness, and active participation in the political, educational, and economic processes that affect the lives of black deaf citizens. Currently has 30 chapters in the United States and the Virgin Islands. |
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National Captioning Institute (703) 917-7600 (V/T) NCI, a nonprofit corporation founded in 1979, is the world’s largest provider of closed-captioned television services for the broadcast, cable and home video industry. Also researches the educational benefits of captioned TV, and works to expand the captioning service around the world. |
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National Cued Speech Association (800) 459-3529 (V/T) http://www.cuedspeech.org Membership organization that provides advocacy and support regarding use of Cued Speech. Information and services are provided for deaf and hard of hearing people of all ages, their families and friends, and professionals who work with them. |
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National Deaf Business Institute http://www.ndbi.org/about.php The National Deaf Business Institute’s (NDBI) commitment is to advance entrepreneurship by the deaf through education, research and outreach. Through its programs, NDBI aims to help empower the deaf community by increasing the number of deaf-owned businesses and deaf professionals.
National Deaf Education Project NDEP was established in 1998 to articulate and work toward the development of a quality communication and language-driven educational delivery system for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. The Board of the NDEP is comprised of representatives of Gallaudet University , the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the National Association of the Deaf, the American Society for Deaf Children, the Conference of Educational Administrators of Schools for the Deaf, and the Convention of the American Instructors of the Deaf. Hands & Voices and NDEP are proud to be co-partnering NDEPNOW and working in collaboration to |
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National Family Association for Deaf-Blind 141 Middle Neck Road Sands Point, NY 11050 (800) 255-0411 (V/T) (516) 883-9060 Fax |
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National Information Center for Children with Disabilities (800) 695-0285 (V/T) http://www.nichcy.org Provides fact sheets, state resource sheets, and general information to assist parents, educators, care-givers, advocates, and others in helping children and youth with disabilities become participating members of the community. Also publishes Technical Assistance Guides, Students’ Guides, briefing papers, and annotated bibliographies on selected topics. |
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Laurent Clerk National Deaf Education Center (202) 651-5055 (V/T) The Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center at Gallaudet University provides information, training, and technical assistance for parents and professionals to meet the needs of children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Our mission is to improve the quality of education afforded to deaf and hard of hearing students from birth to age 21 throughout the United States. |
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National Consortium on Deaf-Blindness (800) 438-9376 (V) http://www.nationaldb.org Collects, organizes, and disseminates information related to children and youth (ages 0-21) who are deafblind and connects consumers of deafblind information to sources of information about deaf blindness, assistive technology, and deafblind people. DB-LINK is a collaborative effort involving the American Association of the Deaf-Blind, Helen Keller National Center, Perkins School for the Blind, St. Luke’s and Roosevelt Hospital. |
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National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) (800) 241-1044 (V) http://www.nidcd.nih.gov The NIDCD Information Clearinghouse is a national resource center for information about hearing, balance, smell, taste, voice, speech, and language. The clearinghouse serves health professionals, patients, industry, and the public. |
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National Rehabilitation Information Center (301) 459-5900 (V) http://www.naric.com Provides information and referral services on disability and rehabilitation, including quick information and referral, data base searches of the bibliographic data base REHABDATA, and document delivery. |
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Office of Disability Employment Policy (866) 633-7365 (V) Facilitates the communication, coordination, and promotion of public and private efforts to enhance the em- ployment of people with disabilities. Provides information, training, and technical assistance to America’s business leaders, organized labor, rehabilitation and service providers, advocacy organizations, families, and individuals with disabilities. Reports to the President on the progress and problems of maximizing employ- ment opportunities for people with disabilities. |
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Rainbow Alliance of the Deaf http://www.rad.org RAD is a national organization serving the deaf gay and lesbian community. Represents over 20 chapters in the United States and Canada. |
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Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc. (703) 838-0030 (V) (703) 838-0459 (T) (703) 838-0454 (Fax) http://www.rid.org A professional organization that certifies interpreters, provides information on interpreting to the general public, publishes a national directory of certified interpreters, and makes referrals to interpreter agencies. |
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The Starkey Hearing Foundation - So the World May Hear (866) 354-3254 (V) http://www.starkeyhearingfoundation.org Committed to making technology accessible to deaf and hard of hearing individuals throughout the United States. HEAR NOW raises funds to provide hearing aids, cochlear implants, and related services to children and adults who have hearing losses but do not have the financial resources to purchase their own devices. |
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Telecommunications for the Deaf, Inc. (301) 589-3006 (T) info@tdiforaccess.org A nonprofit consumer advocacy organization promoting full visual and other access to information and telecommunications for people who are deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, and speech impaired. Supports consumer education and involvement, technical assistance and consulting, application of existing programs such as emergency 911 services, relay services, and TTY usage and emerging technologies, networking and collaborations, uniformity of TTY standards, and national policy development that aids these goals. |
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USA Deaf Sports Federation P. O. Box 910338 |
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World Recreation Association of the Deaf, Inc. http://www.wrad.org Established to foster the development of innovation in recreational and cultural activities for the deaf and hard of hearing community. |
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The Communicator (502) 573-2604 (V/T) |
The KY Standard (859) 239-7017 (V/T) |
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Listen (502) 515-3320 (V) |
Tidings (502) 636-0296 (V) |
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ADA Pipeline (800) 949-4232 (V/T) |
Gallaudet Today (202) 651-5505 (V/T) |
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SIGNews and CSD Spectrum (866) 295-4899 (V) |
Dogs for Dignity (800) 253-7297 (V/T) |
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Focus (585) 475-6400 (V/T) |
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GA-SK Newsletter (301) 589-3006 (T) |
Hearing Loss (301) 657-2248(V/T) |
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NADmag (301) 587-1788 (V) |
News from Advocates for Deaf-Blind (800) 255-0411 (T) |
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Odyssey (800) 526-9105 (V/T) |
Paws for Silence (303) 287-3277 (V/T) |
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World Around You (202) 651-5340 (V/T) |
Deaf Life (585) 442-6371 fax AIM: msmltdrep |
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American Annals of the Deaf (202) 651-5489 Fax |
Journal of Interpretation & RID Views (703) 838-0459(T) |
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Journal of Deaf Studies and Deaf Education (919) 677-0977 (V) |
Volta Review (202) 337-5221 (T) |
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Sign Language Studies Gallaudet University Press 800 Florida Ave. (202) 651-5488 (V/T) |
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My mother has lost a lot of her hearing now that she is older. She has a hard time hearing on the phone. What can Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (KCDHH) do for her?
KCDHH has a program called the Telecommunication Access Program (TAP) which provides free telephone equipment to assist deaf, hard of hearing and speech impaired persons on the phone. You can If you do not see your question listed above or do not have internet access, you can contact us at
(502) 573-2604 (V/T) or (502) 416-0607 (VP)
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The Information and Referral section is designed to assist you with resources you may be interested in. You may locate the address and telephone numbers by referring to the page number (pp.) within this Directory of Services.
| American Sign Language and Linguistics |
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American Sign Language (ASL) is a visual-gestural method of communication that has its own syntax and grammar. American Sign Language is recognized, accepted, and used by many Americans. Resources to teaching standards, state legislation recognizing ASL and availability of sign language classes are as follows: American Sign Language Teachers Association ASLTA’s Frequent Asked Questions link regarding American Sign Language classes: American Sign Language Teachers Association - Bluegrass Chapter, KY (Organizations, pp. 65) American Sign Language is recognized as a foreign language. The following higher education institutions offer sign language courses: Eastern KY University (Education, pp. 55) If you do not see your college/university listed, you may need to make a direct call to your local college/university and inquire if they offer ASL courses. Registry Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) (703) 838-0030 (V) To find an updated listing of colleges and universities offering American Sign Language courses (and Interpreting Training Program), go to RID Web site at https://myaccount.rid.org/Public/Search/Organization.aspx or you can call RID at (703) 838-0030.The following agencies offer sign language courses: Hearing, Speech and Deaf Center of Cincinnati (Information and Referral, pp.95) If you need further assistance in locating ASL classes, you can contact us at (502) 573-2604 (V/T) You could also request help online at https://www.kcdhh.ky.gov/forms. |
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Community, Social and Human Services |
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The ‘community centers’ listed primarily serve the deaf and hard of hearing community. ‘Other community agencies’ serve all disabilities-at-large or the community-at-large. In addition, resources for hearing aid banks and hearing ear dogs are listed here. |
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Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center of Greater Cincinnati Community Services for the Deaf 2825 Burnet Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45219 (513) 221-3300 (T) (513) 221-0527 (V) (513) 221-1703 Fax http://www.hearingspeechdeaf.com Laurie Burman, President /CEO The Community Services for the Deaf (CSD) serves the Greater Cincinnati region including Northern Kentucky. Counties in Kentucky include Campbell, Kenton and Boone counties. Services include interpreter referral, case management, advocacy, sign language classes, information and referral, ADA consultation and assistive technology assistance. |
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Center for Accessible Living (CAL)
Services include but are not limited to: Advocacy Advocates work in partnership with consumers to resolve incidents of discrimination and denial of services through mediation with governments, business, and service providers. Advocacy also includes working for systems changes that reflect the needs of people with disabilities at the federal, state, and local levels. Information and Referral The Center serves as a resource center and a clearinghouse of information concerning disability. Information and Referral provides the Kentuckiana area with information about individuals with disabilities, the Americans with Disabilities Act, other disability laws, and individual access. The Center also makes provides appropriate referrals to assist the community in learning about disabilities and disability related issues. CAL makes information and Referral Services available to everyone. Sign Language Interpreter Services The Center employs one full-time, certified staff interpreter and several certified, professional freelance interpreters to serve the needs of individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Interpreters are available to travel throughout Kentucky. Interpreters adhere to the NAD/RID Code of Ethics. Whatever the situation, the Center has an interpreter to fill the need. The Center can also arrange sensitivity training for interested groups. |
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The Catholic Center 402 E. 41st St. P.O. Box 15550 Covington, KY 41015 (859) 392-1500 (V) (859) 283-6209 (T) (859) 283-6334 Fax http://www.covingtondiocese.org Provides services for the deaf and hard of hearing including counseling and interagency coordination. |
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National Hearing Aid Banks |
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Hearing aid banks provide assistance in securing a hearing aid. |
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Audient (877) 283-4368 (V) |
HAC Hearing Aid Centers of America, Inc. (800) 445-9968 (V/T) |
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HEAR NOW/The Starkey Hearing Foundation (866) 354-3254 (V) |
Lions Club Affordable Hearing Aid Project (LCIF) (630) 571-5466 ext. 615 (V) http://www.lcif.org/EN/our-impact/humanitarian-stories/affordable-hearing-aid-project.php |
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Miracle-Ear Children’s Foundation (800) 234-5422 (V) |
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| Kentucky Hearing Aid Banks | |
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Audiology Associates (859) 277-0491 (V) 1428 North Lake Drive (800) 488-3277 (V) Bob Manning, Audiologist |
Easter Seals, Paducah 801 North 29th St. (270) 444-9687 (V) |
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| Deafness and Hearing Loss |
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There is a wide range of topics on deafness and hearing loss including how to cope, how to communicate, medical perspectives, and more. Contact KCDHH for an information packet or refer to the ‘Organizations’ section. |
| Demographics and Statistics |
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To learn more about the deaf and hard of hearing community including demographic information and statistics, contact the following agencies: KCDHH (Government, pp. 24) * Has statistics on KY’s deaf and hard of hearing population. Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (Government, pp. 27) * Has statistics on deaf and hard of hearing Vocational Rehabilitation clients. |
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National Institute of Health (301) 496-4000 (V) |
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Department of Health and Human Services (202) 619-0257 (V) |
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911: Fire, Police, Ambulance Accessible Telephone Emergency Services (9-1-1) for TTY users is required under Title II of the ADA. This means direct communication to the emergency center. Access through a third party or through a relay service does not satisfy the requirement for direct access. Emergency centers may include hospitals, police stations, and fire stations. For information about regulations, technical assistance and enforcement, refer to the Department of Justice (Legislation, p.2). For videophone (VP) users, you can call 9-1-1 through Video Relay Service (VRS) but you will need to contact your VRS to get more information and verify that you can make 9-1-1 calls through VRS services. Kentucky State Police (Government, pp. 43) |
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| National Emergency Prepardness |
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Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) (800) 621-3362 (V) Disaster Assistance Information: |
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U.S. Department of Homeland Security Operator number: (202) 282-8000 (V) |
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American Red Cross National Headquarters 2025 E Street, N.W. (202) 303-5000 (V) |
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Community Emergency Preparedness Information Network (CEPIN) (301)589-3786 (V) |
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| Emergency Preparedness |
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Three steps to protect your family in an emergency:
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Kentucky Division of Emergency Management 100 Minuteman Parkway (502) 607-1600 (V) |
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Kentucky Office of Homeland Security 200 Mero Street (502) 564-2801 (V) |
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| Employment |
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Employers need to be aware of their legal obligations for deaf and hard of hearing employees, accommodations to be provided, interviewing tips and benefits of hiring a deaf or hard of hearing applicant. Contact KCDHH for an information packet or refer to the ‘Government’ or ‘Organizations’ sections. |
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There are many resources that provide services to families and children. Refer to the ‘Education’, ‘Government’or ‘Organizations’ sections. |
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The Center for Women & Families (502) 581-7200 (V/T) http://www.thecenteronline.org Three main programs at the Center include, the Domestic Violence program, the Rape Crisis program and the Creative Employment program. Interpreters are provided upon request. |
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Women Helping Women, Inc 24 Hour Crisis: (513) 381-5610 Providing services for victims of incest, rape and domestic abuse. |
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Kentucky Domestic Violence Association (502) 209-5382 (V) The mission of KDVA is to end intimate partner violence, promote healthy relationships and engage communities through social change, economic empowerment, educational opportunities and other prevention strategies. |
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| Hearing, Speech and Language |
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For referral to your local audiologist, speech & hearing center or speech therapist, check the local telephone directory. You may also contact the following agencies: |
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Kentucky Speech-Language & Hearing Association (800) 837-2446 (V) |
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Kentucky Board of Licensure for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (502) 564-3296 ext. 224 (V) Marcia Egbert, Board Administrator |
| Interpreting |
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Listed are interpreter training programs and interpreter referral agencies: |
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Interpreter Training Program For an information packet including a comprehensive list of Interpreter Training Programs (ITP) throughout the United States, contact: Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc. (Organizations, pp.83) Interpreter Training Programs include: Eastern Kentucky University (Education, pp.55) University of Louisville (Education, pp.56) |
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Maryville College (800) 597-2687 (V) April Haggard, Associate Professor of ASL and Deaf Studies / Coordinator |
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Cincinnati State Technical and Community College (513) 861-7700 (V) Dawn Candill, Chairperson |
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| Interpreter Referral Agencies | |
| Serving State Agencies Only | |
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KCDHH Access Center (502) 573-2604 (V/T) |
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ASL Interpreting Services (502) 594-5109 (V) http://aslinterpretingservices.com |
Center for Accessible Living (502) 589-6620 Ext. 126 (V) http://calky.org/services/sign-language-interpretation |
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Language in Motion (812) 736-2228 (V/T) |
Rauch Interpreting Services (812) 945-4063 (V) |
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Select Interpreting Services, LLC (502) 631-9471 (V) |
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Hearing Speech and Deaf Center of Cincinnati (513) 487-7711 (Voice) |
Northern Kentucky Services for the Deaf (859) 372-5255 (V-English) |
| Serving Western Kentucky and Surrounding Cities | |
| Barren River Interpreting Service P.O. Box 9818 Bowling Green, KY 42102 (270) 320-0974 (V) www.brcdeaf.org/BRIS--Interpreting-Service.html |
Bridges 615-248-8828 (V) |
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DHHIRA (Deaf & Hard of Hearing Interpreter, Referral & Advocacy) (859) 583-0800 (V) |
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Central Kentucky Interpreter Referral (859) 236-9888 (V/T) |
Sign Language Network of KY (859) 629-8084 (V - 24 hours) |
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Community Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (740) 356-7200 (V) |
Interpreting Service of the Commonwealth, LLC (606) 401-2328 (V) |
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Tri-State Interpreter Referral Service (304) 881-2846 (V) |
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Interpreter Licensure Board The Kentucky Board of Licensure for Interpreters for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (502) 564-3296 (V) https://kbi.ky.gov The purpose of the Board of Interpreters for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is to administer and enforce the statutory authority and to monitor the needs of the consuming public. The Board licenses all eligible candidates for entry into the profession of Interpreting. It recommends appropriate changes in the law to assure fairness and equality. The Board conducts formal hearings when necessary and prosecutes by due process any violators of KRS 309.300 to 309.319. Also maintains Directory of Interpreters. |
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| Legal |
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Deaf and hard of hearing individuals have certain legal rights and there are a number of agencies to contact for resolutions to complaints of discrimination. |
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Southeast Disability & Business Technical Assistance Ctr. (800) 949-4232 (V/T) http://www.adasoutheast.org The Southeast DBTAC, one of ten regions, provides ADA training and technical assistance to covered individuals and entities in order to facilitate employment for individuals with disabilities and accessibility in public accommodations and government services. The DBTAC also makes referrals and disseminates federal-approved information and materials. |
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Kentucky Bar Association (502) 564-3795 (V) http://www.kybar.org Contact the Kentucky Bar Association for referral to lawyers with sensitivity to deafness. The ADA requires that lawyers provide interpreters for deaf and hard of hearing consumers. |
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Legal Aid Network of Kentucky 859-255-9913 (V) The Legal Aid Network of Kentucky serves low-income and older Kentuckians who need help with civil legal matters. The Access to Justice Foundation also works to increase support for legal services and provides training for legal services staff and private attorneys who help provide free legal services in Kentucky. |
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National Employment Lawyers Association The NELA is a non-profit, professional membership organization of more than 2,700 lawyers from around the country who represent employees in employment matters. They have lawyers that handle disability dis- crimination cases. To request a state listing of employment lawyers, please send a written request along with a self-addressed stamped letter-size envelope to NELA. Telephone and fax requests will not be accepted. |
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Deaf and hard of hearing individuals may contact the following agencies for help with mental health needs: |
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Greater Louisville Intergroup Alcoholics Anonymous (502) 582-1849 (V) http://www.louisvilleaa.org Peer network and support, interpreters available upon request. |
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Seven Counties Services (502) 589-1100 (V) A Metro United Way agency, the center provides crisis counseling and community information and referral services through a confidential, 24-hour, telephone service. The center serves eight KY counties including: Bullitt, Hardin, Henry, Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer and Trimble. Staff skilled in American Sign Language provide mental health services to adults and children with hearing loss and their family members. Services include individual, family, and group therapy as well as in-school group and individual treatment. |
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Crisis and Information Line (270) 689-6500 (V) http://www.rvbh.com Provides information and referral, general phone counseling and crisis intervention for Daviess, Hancock, Henderson, Ohio, McLean, Union and Webster counties. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. |
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NORCEN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SYSTEM OF CINCINNATI, OH (513) 761-6222, ext. 136 (V) NORCEN Behavioral Health Systems introduces counseling and therapy for children, adolescents, adults and senior citizens in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area, who are deaf or have a significant hearing loss. Services also available for family members of deaf and hard of hearing individuals. |
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Private Practice Dennis E. Wagner, Ed.D. Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Wagner is a licensed psychologist with 30 years of experience working with deaf and hard of hearing individuals. He interacts directly with patients using sign language and is also comfortable using an interpreter. He is available for psychological assessment, psychological counseling, and psychological consultation. He has two office locations.
Jacqualine Peterson, MA (270) 746-0283 (V) Ms. Peterson holds a degree in Interpreting and has been working as an interpreter for over 20 years. Her undergraduate degree is in Psychology and her graduate degree is in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is currently practicing therapy with the Christian Family Institute. |
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Deaf Camps Kentucky Lion Summer Camp (502) 223-8514 (V) http://www.lions-campcrescendo.org/deaf_camps.html Camp is free for children within Kentucky, ages 9-15 who are deaf or hard of hearing. The one week camp offers typical traditional camp activities. Transportation is provided if needed, at no charge. A brochure and application are available upon request. |
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Camp Mark Seven (315) 357-6403 Fax http://www.campmark7.org Located on the Forth Lake in the Adirondack Mountains, this camp was founded in 1981 by Fr. Thomas Coughlin and members of the Deaf Catholic Community. Multitudes of diverse programs are offered for hearing, deaf and hard of hearing youth. |
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Deaf Youth Sports Festival Camp http://www.mdoyouth.org The Deaf Youth Sports Festival, Inc. (MDO) was founded in 1983 to provide an educational, social and awareness event to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing youngsters throughout the United States. This event tends to take place in the third or fourth week of July each year. |
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Trooper Island Inc. (270) 433-5422 (V) Located in a select corner of Dale Hollow Lake near the Cumberland and Clinton County line, this non- profit camp was established to be a recreational site where troopers and children could share a week-long experience. Each child between the age of 10 and 12, is selected from each post area and taken from an environ- ment where the opportunity to attend camp is otherwise unavailable. There is no cost to the campers and no restrictions based on race, color or creed. |
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The National Association of the Deaf sponsors a Youth Leadership Camp in Oregon every year. Contact KCDHH for a more comprehensive list of deaf camps. |
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Religious Services Most of the churches listed have interpreted services. You may want to call ahead to make sure an interpreter will be provided. There are a few churches conducting religious services in sign language. These churches are marked with an asterisk *. |
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Ashland |
Christ Temple (606) 324-3251 (V/T) |
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Auburn |
Liberty Baptist Church* (270) 542-6732 (V) |
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Berea |
Berea Baptist Church (859) 986-9391 (V) Church on the Rock* (859) 986-1899 (V) |
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Bowling Green |
First Baptist Church Deaf Ministry* (270) 842-0331 (V) |
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Cincinnati |
Landmark Baptist Temple (513) 771-0960 (V) |
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Covington |
Mother of God Catholic Church (859) 291-2288 (V) |
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Danville |
Calvary Baptist Church (859) 236-5350 (V) |
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Danville |
Chruch of Christ for the Deaf* (859) 236-9652 |
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Danville |
Danville Deaf Baptist Mission* (859) 439-0118 |
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Danville |
Willow Grove Baptist Church (859) 236-4956 (V) |
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Danville |
First Christian Church (859) 236-4006 (V) |
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Danville |
St. Peter and PaulCatholic Church (859) 236-2111 (V) |
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Frankfort |
Good Shepherd* (502) 227-4511 |
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Frankfort |
Hope Community Church* (502) 875-0903 (V) |
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Hazard |
First Baptist Church* (606) 436-3533 (V) |
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Huntington |
Grace Gospel Church (304) 522-8635 (V/T) |
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Lawrenceburg |
Tyrone Baptist Church* |
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Lexington |
Bluegrass Deaf Mission (859) 219-2194 (VP) |
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Lexington |
Clays Mill Road Baptist Church (859) 277-6811 (V) |
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Lexington |
Immanuel Baptist Church (859) 266-3174 (V) |
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Lexington |
Mary, Queen of Holy Rosary* (859) 278-7432 (V) |
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Lexington |
Porter Memorial Baptist Church* (859) 272-3441 (V) |
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Lexington |
Southern Acres Christian Church (859) 272-7022 (V) |
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Louisville |
Catholic Deaf Office (502) 636-0296 (V) |
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Louisville |
Southeast Christian Church (502) 253-8000 (V) |
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Louisville |
Louisville Baptist Deaf Church* (502) 957-6820 (T) |
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Louisville |
St. Stephen Baptist Church (502) 583-6798 (V) |
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Lakeside Park |
Lakeside Christian Church (859) 341- 1160 (V) |
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Midway |
Forks of the Elkhorn Baptist Church (859) 873-1967 (V) |
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Owensboro |
Owensboro Team Ministry (270) 685-5870 (V/T) |
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Paducah |
Southland Baptist Temple* (270) 444-9678 (V/T) |
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Pikeville |
Pikeville United Methodist Church (606) 437-7315 (V) |
| Senior Citizens |
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Senior Services of Northern Kentucky (859) 491-0522 (V/T) http://www.seniorservicesnky.org Serves anyone over the age of 60 years in the eight counties of Boone, Kenton, Campbell, Pendleton, Grant, Gallatin, Owenton and Carroll. Interpreters available upon request. Dept. of Aging and Independent Living (Government, pp. 43) Request a list of ‘Homes and Housing for Aged Deaf Persons’. Louisville Deaf Senior Citizens (Organizations, pp. 67) |
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Louisville Association of the Deaf (Local Organizations, pp.67) -Basketball, softball, volleyball and bowling. USA Deaf Sports Federation (Organizations, pp. 84) |
| Technology |
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National Captioning Institute (Organizations, pp. 79) Contact NCI for a list of vendors providing captioning services. KATS (Government, pp. 26) for a loan program and/or financial assistance to purchase assistive technology. KCDHH (Government, pp. 24) for information about the Telecommunications Access Program. AT&T Customer Service for Persons with Special Needs (800) 233-1222 (V) or (800) 522-6294 (T) |
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Assistive Technology With today’s technology, deaf and hard of hearing people are able to perform everyday functions at home and at work with ease. Assistive technology includes alerting devices for situations such as doorbells, smoke alarms, ringing telephones or a baby crying. The alerting devices utilize visual techniques such as flashing strobe lights. Assistive technology includes telecommunications equipment such as TTYs and amplified telephones. These devices bridge the communication gap in telecommunication systems. You may call the vendor directly and have a catalog mailed to you. These vendors have ADA compliant equipment. |
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Beyond Hearing Aids, Inc. |
(859) 371-9203 (V/T) http://www.beyondhearingaids.com |
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Cincinnati Speech Hearing and Deaf Center |
(513) 221-0527 (V) |
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Deaf Communications of Cincinnati |
(513) 451-3722 (V/T) |
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Windstream |
(800) 347-1991 (V) |
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Clarity |
(800) 426-3738 (V) |
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Compu-TTY |
(817) 738-2485 (V) |
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Earmark, Inc. |
(888) EARMARK (V/T) |
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NATIONAL VENDORS |
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Harc Mercantile, LTD |
(800) 445-9968 (V/T) |
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Harris Communications |
(800) 825-6758 (V) |
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Hear More |
(800) 881-4327 (V) |
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Assisted Access |
(847) 265-8022 (V) |
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Silent Call Corporation |
(800) 572-5227 (V/T) |
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Sonic Alert |
(248) 577-5400 (V/T) |
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Hear USA / Siemens |
(800) 528-3277 (V) |
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Telcom International |
(818) 865-8861 (V/T) |
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TeleSensory |
(800) 804-8004 (V) |
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Teltex |
(888) 515-8120 (V/T) |
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The Deafworks Co. |
(801) 465-1957 (T) |
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TheHearingImpaired.Com |
(800) 578-7189 (V/T) |
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Ultratec, Inc. |
(800) 482-2424 (V/T) |
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Weitbrecht Communications |
(800) 233-9130 (V) |
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Williams Sound Corporation |
(800) 328-6190 (V) |
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Global Assistive Devices, Inc. |
(888) 778-4237 (V/T) |
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| Telecommunications |
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Telecommunications Access Program Deaf, hard of hearing and speech-impaired consumers residing in Kentucky are eligible to apply for free specialized telecommunication equipment (STE). The STE’s enable these consumers equal access to the telecommunications system. If you are interested in receiving an application you can contact KCDHH at (800) 372-2907 (V/T). |
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Kentucky Relay Service Provider Emma Danielson, Relay Program Manager http://www.kentuckyrelay.com KRS Customer Service: 1-800-676-3777 (TTY/Voice/ASCII/VCO/HCO) |
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IP RELAY SERVICEFCC Consumer Facts Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) permits persons with a hearing or speech disability to use the tele- phone system via a text telephone (TTY) or other device. Now TRS users are only a mouse click away from a new TRS option. All they need is a connection to the internet and they can use Internet Protocol (IP) Relay. How it Works - IP Relay allows people who have difficulty hearing or speaking to communicate with anyone in the world through an Internet connection. IP Relay is accessed using a computer and the Internet, rather than a TTY and a telephone. The first leg of an IP Relay call goes from the caller’s computer, or other Web-enabled device, to the IP Relay Center via the internet. The IP Relay Center is usually accessed via a Web page. The second leg of the call is from the CA to the receiving party via voice telephone through the public switched telephone network. The CA can also accept IP relay calls from persons with hard-to-understand speech and repeat the calls in an easily understandable form for the called party. There are no additional costs to consumers for IP Relay beyond a computer or other Web-capable device and an Internet connection. All IP Relay service providers’ costs are recoverable from the interstate TRS Fund. http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/consumerfacts/iprelay.html IP Relay Providers
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*This list is not meant to be all inclusive. Any IP Relay provider interested in being added or removed from this list may contact us and request that we do so.
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VIDEO RELAY SERVICEFCC Consumer Facts Video Relay Service (VRS) is a form of Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) that enables persons with hearing disabilities who use American Sign Language (ASL) to communicate with voice telephone users through video equipment. Video equipment links the VRS user with a TRS operator called a communications assistant (CA) so that the VRS user and the CA can see and communicate with each other in signed conversation. How it Works - The VRS caller, using a television or a computer with a video camera device and high speed internet connection, contacts a VRS CA, who is a qualified sign language interpreter. They communicate with each other in sign language through a video link. The VRS CA then places a telephone call to the party the VRS user wishes to call and relays the conversation back and forth between the parties in sign language with the VRS user, and by voice with the called party. http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/consumerfacts/videorelay.html Video Relay Service Providers
*The FCC oversees VRS but does not yet mandate VRS. There is no “official” VRS provider for Kentucky. You can make calls through any VRS provider if you have the necessary equipment (software and webcam). **The above list is not all inclusive. If you would like to be added or removed from the list please let us know. |
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CapTel - The Captioned Telephone CapTel phone users place a call in the same way as dialing a traditional phone. As they dial, the CapTel phone automatically connects to a captioning service. When the other party answers, the CapTel phone user hears everything that they say, just like a traditional call. Behind the scenes, a specially trained operator at the CapTelSM captioning service transcribes everything the other party says into written text, using the very latest in voice-recognition technology. The written text appears on a bright, easy-to-read display window built into the CapTel phone. The captions appear almost simultaneously with the spoken word, allowing the CapTel phone users to understand everything that is said — either by hearing it or by reading it. What Equipment and Services are Needed? A Captioned Telephone (CapTel)* A specialized telephone designed specifically to interact with the CapTel Captioning Service in order to display captions. The telephone does not, all by itself, translate spoken words into written captions. It can also be used as a traditional amplified telephone, without the captions feature. CapTel Captioning Service** The CapTel Captioning Service transcribes the caller’s spoken words into written captions, which appear on the CapTel phone display. The cost of the captioning service is covered by Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) funds as part of Title IV of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Telephone Line Requirements: CapTel requires connection to a standard analog telephone line (or analog port), commonly found in households. You cannot connect CapTel to a digital telephone line (as is sometimes found in offices) or to any other non-analog telephone line. Users in an office environment should check with their telephone administrator to make sure an analog port is available. DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) users can connect a CapTel phone if the appropriate inline analog filter is installed between the phone jack and the CapTel. Inline filters are available from the DSL provider. CapTel Customer Service: Ultratec, Inc. By CapTel Phone, or voice En español *CapTel applications available thru KCDHH TAP Program **CapTel captioning service is available in Kentucky (this is free to CapTel users) To call a CapTel user using a regular phone, first dial: 1-877-243-2823 |
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| Closed-Captioning |
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Before you contact the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for questions, concerns or to file a complaint regarding closed-captioning on television, there are few steps you can do. Basic maintenance with your television:
Complaint process:
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A
Abledata 68
ADA Pipeline 87
Adanta Group 38
Administrative Office of the Courts 18
Adult Education, Kentucky 25
Aging Services and Independent Living 43
Alcoholics Anonymous 106
Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf 65, 68
American Annals of the Deaf 89
American Association of Deaf-Blind 68
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) 68
American Cochlear Implant Alliance 69
American Deafness and Rehabilitation Association (ADARA) 69
American Hearing Research Foundation 69
American Red Cross 98
American Sign Language Teachers Association-Bluegrass Chapter 65
American Society for Deaf Children 69
American Speech-Language Hearing Association 71
ARH Psychiatric Center 40
Arkansas Rehabilitation Research and Training Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing 70
Ashland Community and Technical College 58
ASL Interpreting Services 104
Assistive Technology 114-115
Assistive Technology Resource Centers 26
Association of Late-Deafened Adults 70
AT&T Customer Service for Persons w/Special Needs 113
Audient 96
Audiology Associates 96
B
Barren River Interpreting Service 104
Better Hearing Institute 71
Beyond Hearing Aids 114
Big Sandy Community and Technical College 58
Blind, Office for the 25
Bluegrass Community and Technical College 60
Bluegrass Regional MH/MR Board 39
Bluegrass Technology Center 26
Bowling Green Community and Technical College 58
Boys Town National Research Hospital 71
Bridges 104
C
California State University at Northridge (CSUN) 62
Camp Mark Seven 108
Caption Center, the 73
Captioned Media Program 72
Carrie McClure Bridge Club 66
Center for Accessible Living 95, 104
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 72
Central Kentucky Interpreter Referral 104
Central State Hospital 40
Charles W. McDowell Rehabilitation Center for the Blind 54
Child Support Enforcement 31
Children of Deaf Adults International, Inc. 72
Children w/Special Health Care Needs, Commission for 32
-District Offices 32-33
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C
Central Kentucky Interpreter Referral 104
Cincinnati Hearing, Speech and Deaf Center 95
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College 103
Clarity 114
Closed-Captioning 120
Clovernook Center for the Blind 54
Communication Service for the Deaf, Inc. 73
Communicare, Inc. 38
Communicator, The 87
Community Volunteerism and Service, Kentucky Commission on 42
Community Based Services, Department for 30
Community Emergency Preparedness Information Network 98
Community Mental Health Centers 38-39
Community Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Ashland 104
Comprehend, Inc. 38
Conference of Educational Administrators of Schools & Programs for the Deaf 73
Constituents Services 17
Convention of American Instructors of the Deaf 74
Council for Exceptional Children 74
Crisis and Information Line 106
CSD Spectrum 87
Cumberland River Comprehensive Care Center 38
D
Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Commission on the 7, 24
Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Mental Health Services 37
Deaf-Blind Project 54
Deaf Communications of Cincinnati 114
DeaFestival 24
DeafLife 88
Deafworks Co., The 115
Deaf Youth Sports Festival Camp 108
DHHIRA (Deaf & Hard of Hearing Interpreter, Referral & Advocacy) 104
Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund 75
Dogs for Dignity 87
E
EAR Foundation, The 75
Earmark 114
Eastern Kentucky University 55, 94, 103
Eastern State Hospital 40
Education and Labor Cabinet 22-28
-Office of the Secretary 22
Education, Kentucky Department of 23
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention 34
Easter Seals 96
Education, Department of
-Office of Next Generation Learners - Division of Learning Svcs. 23
-National Office of Special Education Programs 12
Elections, State Board of 19
Elizabethtown Community and Technical College 58
Emergency Management, Kentucky Division of 18, 101
Emergency Prepardedness 97-101
Employment and Training, Office for 28
Enabling Technologies of Kentuckiana 26
Endeavor, The 87
Equal Employment Opportunities Commission 12
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F
Family Resource & Youth Services Centers, Division of 42
Family Support, Division of 31
Federal Communications Commission 12, 120
Federal Emergency Management Agency 98
Fern Creek Deaf Club 67
Finance and Administration Cabinet 29-30
-Office of the Secretary 29
First Steps 41-42
Focus 87
Food Benefits/EBT 31
Four Rivers Behavioral Health 38
G
GA-SK Newsletter 88
Gallaudet Today 87
Gallaudet University 61
Gallaudet University Alumni Association 65
Glasgow State Nursing Facility 40
Global Assitive Devices, Inc. 115
Governor, Office of 17
H
HAC Hearing Aid Centers of America, Inc. 96
Harc Mercantile, LTD 115
Harris Communications 101, 115
Hazard Community and Technical College 58
Hazelwood Center 40
Health and Human Services, National Dept. for 97
Health and Family Services, Cabinet for 30-43
-Office of the Secretary 30
Hear More 115
HEAR Now 96
Hearing Aid Banks 96
Hearing Education and Awareness for Rockers 76
Hearing Health Foundation 74
Hearing Loss Association of America 66, 76
Hearing Loss Journal 88
Hearing Speech and Deaf Center of Cincinnati 95, 104
HEATH Resource Center 76
Helen Keller National Center of Deaf Blind Youth/Adults 77
Henderson Community College 58
Heuser Hearing Institute 49
HIV/AIDS Branch 35
Homeland Security, Kentucky Office of 99, 101
Homeland Security, U.S. Department of 98
HomeSafe, Inc. 95
Hopkinsville Community College 59
Human Rights, Kentucky Commission on 19
I
Income Support, Department of 31
Information and Referral Frequent Asked Questions 93
Interpreter Training Program 55, 56, 103
Interpreter Licensure, Board of 29, 104
Interpreter Referral 104
Interpreting Service of the Commonwealth, LLC 104
IP Relay Services 117
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J
Jefferson Community and Technical College 60
Job Accommodation Network 77
John Tracy Clinic 77
Journal of Deaf Studies and Deaf Education 89
Journal of Interpretation 89
Justice and Public Safety Cabinet 43
-Office of the Secretary 43
Justice, U.S. Department of 11
K
Kentucky Arts Council 20
Kentucky Assistive Technology Loan Corporation 26
Kentucky Assistive Technology Services Network 26
Kentucky Association of the Deaf 65
Kentucky Bar Association 105
Kentucky Board of Interpreters 104
Kentucky Board of Licensure for Speech-Pathology and Audiology 103
Kentucky Center, The 20
Kentucky Children’s Health Insurance Program 36
Kentucky Client Assistance Program 25
Kentucky Correctional Psychiatric Center 40
Kentucky Educational Television 23
Kentucky Lions Summer Camp 107
Kentucky Office for the Blind 25
Kentucky Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (KYRID) 66
Kentucky Relay Service 116
Kentucky River Community Care 39
Kentucky School for the Deaf (KSD) 50
-Alumni Association 66
-Outreach Services 50-51
-Regional Early Childhood Educational Programs 50-51
Kentucky Speech and Language Association 103
Kentucky Standard 87
Kentucky State Fair Board 20
Kentucky State Police, Department of 43-44
-State Police Posts 44
Kentucky State University 57
Kentucky Transitional Assistance Program 31
Kentucky, University of 57
L
Language in Motion 104
Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center 81
Legal Aid Network of Kentucky 105
Legislative Research Commission 14
Lexington Hearing and Speech Center 49
Libraries and Archives, Department for 22
Life Skills, Inc. 39
Linguistics, American Sign Language 94
Lions Club Affordable Hearing Aid Project 96
Listen 87
Local Health Department Information 35
Louisville Association of the Deaf 67
Louisville Catholic Deaf Office 67
Louisville Deaf Senior Citizen 67
Louisville, University of 56
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M
Madisonville Community and Technical College 59
Maryville College 103
Maysville Community and Technical College 59
Medicaid Information 31
Medicaid Services, Department for 36
Mental Health, Dept. for Behavioral Health, Dev. & Intellectual Disabilities 36-40
-Mental Health, Dept. for Behavioral Health 36
-Mental Health, Dept. for Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities 36
Miracle-Ear Childrens Foundation 96
Morehead State University 57
Mountain Comprehensive Care Center 39
Murray State University 57
N
National Association of the Deaf (NAD) 78
-Law and Advocacy Center 78
-NADmag/NADstates 88
National Black Deaf Advocates 79
National Captioning Institute 79
National Consortium on Deaf-Blindness 81
National Cued Speech Association 79
National Deaf Business Institute 80
National Deaf Education Project 80
National Emergency Preparedness 98
National Employment Lawyers Association 105
National Family Association for the Deaf-Blind 80
National Info Center for Children & Youths w/Disabilities 81
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders 82
National Institute of Health 97
National Rehabilitation Information Center 82
National Technical Institute for the Deaf 61
News from Advocates for the Deaf-Blind 88
NORCEN 106
NorthKey Comprehensive Care 39
Northern Kentucky Services for the Deaf 104
Northern Kentucky University 57
O
Oakwood 40
Odyssey 88
Office of Disability Employment Policy 82
Outwood ICF/MR 40
Owensboro Community and Technical College 59
P
Parks, Department of 21
Pathways, Inc. 38
Paws for Silence 88
Penny Royal Regional MH/MR Board, Inc. 38
Personnel Cabinet 45
-Office of the Secretary 45
Peterson, Jacqualine 107
Phone-TTY, Inc. 115
Postsecondary Education Programs Network (PEPNET2) 62
Potomac Technology 115
Protection and Permanency 31
Public Advocacy, Department of 45
Public Health, Department for 35
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R
Rainbow Alliance of the Deaf 82
Rauch Interpreting Services 104
Redwood Assistive Technology Center 26
Regional Resources Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing 66
Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc. (RID) 83
Religious Services 109-113
Revenue, Department of 30
S
Secretary of State 18
Select Interpreting Services, LLC 104
Senior Services of Northern Kentucky 113
Seven Counties Services, Inc. 38, 106
Sign Language Network of Kentucky 104
Sign Language Studies 89
SigNews 87
Silent Call Corporation 101, 115
Somerset Community College 59
Sonic Alert 115
Southeast Community and Technical College 59
Southeast Disability and Business Technology Assistance Center 105
Specialist in Hearing Instruments, Board of 29
Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Board of 29
Sports 113
Starkey Foundation 83
State Resort Parks 21
State Treatment Facilities, (MH/MR) 40
Statewide Family Support Center 52
T
Telecom International 115
Telecommunications Access Program (TAP) 24
Telecommunications for the Deaf, Inc. (TDI) 83
Telesensory 115
Teltex 115
Tidings 87
Tourism, Arts & Heritage Cabinet 20
-Office of the Secretary 20
Tri-State Interpreter Referral Service 104
Trooper Island 108
U
Ultratec, Inc. 115
Universal Newborn Hearing Screening 34
USA Deaf Sports Federation 84
V
Video Relay Services 118
Violence Prevention Resources, Division of 31
Vital Statistics, Office of 35
Vocational Rehabilitation, Office of 27
Volta Review 89
W
Wagner, Dennis E., Ed.D., NCC 107
Weatherization 31
Weitbrecht Communications 115
Western Kentucky Assistive Technology Consortium 26
Western Kentucky Community and Technical College 59
Western Kentucky University 57
Western State Hospital 40
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W
Windstream 115
Women and Families, The Center for 102
Women Helping Women 102
Workers’ Compensation 45
Workforce Investment, Kentucky 25
World Around You 88
World Recreation Association of the Deaf (WRAD) 84
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