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KCDHH HOME PAGE

Home
The front page of our website.

CONTACT US

General Contact Information
KCDHH's mailing address, phone numbers, videophone number, fax number, and email addresses.
Contact Us
- General Requests.
- STATE AGENCIES ONLY - Interpreting, Captioning, and VRI Requests.
- Telecommunications Access Program Requests.
- DeaFestival Information Requests.
- Visor Card Requests.

ABOUT US

What is KCDHH?
Mandates, Statutes, and Administrative Regulations.
Commissioners
Brief biography of each member of the current Commission.
- Commission Meetings
  Schedule, locations, agendas, and minutes.
Staff
Brief biography of each member of the current KCDHH staff.
Our Publications
- Agency Reports
- Annual Report on TAP
- Strategic Plan
- Newsletters
Presentations and Workshops
Various workshops and presentations which KCDHH offers.
Our Mapped Location
An online map depicting the location of KCDHH in Frankfort, KY.

HEARING LOSS

About Hearing Loss
Understanding hearing loss. Statistics and facts.
Demographics/Statistics
Kentucky Deaf and Hard of Hearing Demographics.
Assistive Technology
About assistive technology, assistive technology laws, finding assistive technology, and Kentucky resources for assistive technology.
- Assistive Devices
  Assistive devices for people with hearing loss.
- Captioning
  Captioning information: Captioning explained, captioning resources, captioning at the movies, real-time captioning, etc.
- Hearing Aids
  Information on hearing aids; choosing a hearing aid, financial assistance for hearing aids, hearing aids for children, and other resources.
- Cochlear Implants
  About cochlear implants; FDA approved manufacturers, Kentucky and National resources.
Communication Tips
Tips for communicating with people who have hearing loss.
Hospital Communication Kit
Resources and information pertaining to effective communication in medical situations.
Communication Cards
About the Visor Communication Card, ICE Communication Card, and the Communication Card.
Sign Language Information
Resources and information about sign language.
Organizations
Listings of Kentucky, National, International, and other state agencies serving deaf and hard of hearing people.
- Kentucky Organizations
  Kentucky Groups & Organizations.
- National Organizations
  National Organizations.
- International Organizations
  International Organizations.
- Other State Agencies
  Other state agencies similar to KCDHH who serve deaf and hard of hearing people.

DEAF-BLIND

Welcome
Welcome page to the Deaf-Blind section of our website.
Deaf-Blind Information
- Overview of Deaf-Blindness
  Factsheet providing an overview of deaf-blindness including common causes and specific challenges.
- Deaf-Blind Fact Sheets
  Various factsheets covering deaf-blindness.
- Library Resources
  Publications relating to deaf-blindness available at KCDHH.
- Support Service Providers (external site)
  Support Service Provider white paper.
- Trends and Unresolved Issues (external site)
  Trends and Unresolved Issues Impacting Individuals who are Deaf-Blind.
- Frequently Asked Questions (external site)
  Frequently Asked Questions About Deaf-Blindness.
State and National Resources
- Deaf-Blind Resource Guide
  KCDHH Deaf-Blind Resources Guide.
Awareness & Advocacy
- Informational Videos
  Deaf-Blind Informational Videos.
- Communication Cards
  Deaf-Blind Communication Cards.
- Deaf-Blind Communication Tips.

OFFICE OF EQUITABLE ACCESS

Office of Equitable Access
Interpreter and Captioner Referral Services, RID Interpreter Evaluations, Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program, and Deaf Access Stations.
- Information on Interpreting
  - What is an interpreter?
    Interpreters and types of interpreters explained.
  - How to use an interpreter
    Tips and best practices with using sign language interpreters.
  - Who should provide an interpreter?
    Who, by law, are responsible for providing interpreters.
  - How to file a complaint
    How to file a complaint against an interpreter, who to file with, and where to get appropriate forms.
  - How to become an interpreter
    How to start on a path to a career in interpreting, available training and resources.
  - Interprter Training Programs
    Available interpreter training programs in Kentucky and all other states.
- What is CART?
  Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) services explained; what it is, who uses it, and when to obtain services.
- Requesting Interpreter/CART services
  - STATE AGENCIES ONLY
    Why use the Access Center, how to make a request, how to know if an interpreter is scheduled, and billing explained.
  - Private
    For private, non-state entities. How to find an interpreter, available referral agencies, hiring interpreters directly, billing, and some frequent questions answered.
  - Consumer
    For the deaf or hard of hearing individual. How to obtain an interpreter and advocating for yourself.
- Interpreter/CART providers
  - Directory of interpreters
    Obtain a directory of interpreters from the Kentucky Board of Interpreters.
  - Locate a captioner
    Offsite link to a Professional Directory. Be sure to select "CART Provider" from the "Service Type" drop down menu.
  - Interpreter referral agencies
    Various interpreter referral agencies throughout Kentucky.
  - CART providers
    Various CART providers throughout Kentucky.
- Resources for the Interpreter
  - Professional development
    Where to obtain interpreter professional development.
  - Job Opportunities
    Interpreter job opportunities are often posted on our bulletin board.
- Interpreter Licensure
  About the Kentucky Interpreter Licensure Bill.
  - Licensure Requirements
    Learn about the interpreter licesnure requirements from the Kentucky Board of Interpreters.
- Interpreter/CART Frequently Asked Questions
  Some common questions answered.
Equipment
- General Information
  - What is the Telecommunications Access Program?
    An explanation of the Telecommunications Access Program and the legislation behind it
  - Advisory Board
    About the TAP advisory board.
  - Advisory Board meetings
    Schedule, locations, agendas, and minutes.
  - The Kentucky Relay Service
    About the Kentucky Relay Service and its provider.
- Equipment List
- TAP eligibility
  Eligibility requirements to receive telecommunications equipment.
- How Do I Apply?
  Detailed steps in applying for telecommunications equipment.
- Request a TAP Application
  Submit an online request for a TAP application.
- Try a Device
  Various locations throughout Kentucky where you can try devices before applying for one.
- Frequently Asked Questions
  Some of the common questions about TAP are answered here

INFORMATION AND REFERRAL SERVICES

Information & Advocacy
- Your Rights and the Law
  Your rights, the Americans with Disabilities Act, federal and state laws.
- Advocacy
  Advocating yourself, where to get help, how to file a complaint when your rights are violated, etc.
- Education
  Information and resources concerning education for the deaf and hard of hearing.
  - Outreach Services
    Currently available outreach services throughout Kentucky.
  - Special Education Services
    About special education service regions in Kentucky.
- Parents
  Various resources for parents of deaf and hard of hearing children.
- Mental Health
  Deaf and Hard of Hearing Mental Health Resources
- Emergency Preparedness
  About deaf and hard of hearing emergency preparedness for various emergency situations.
- Information & Advocacy FAQ
  Answers to frequently asked questions.

PUBLIC RELATIONS

Public Relations
- For the Media
  General information about KCDHH for the media.
- Press Releases
  A listing of current press releases on our bulletin board.
- Statistical Data
  Kentucky deaf and hard of hearing demograpic information.
- Point of Contact
  Who the media should contact at KCDHH.

FOR THE COMMUNITY

Bulletin Board
- Press Releases
  Recent press releases concerning KCDHH or deaf and hard of hearing issues.
- Announcements
  Community announcements which affect deaf and hard of hearing Kentuckians.
- Job Opportunities
  Current job vacancies in the deaf and hard of hearing field or jobs which are ideal for deaf and hard of hearing people.
- Calendar of Events
  Various upcoming special events for deaf and hard of hearing people or events which will provide accommodations to the deaf and hard of hearing community.

Vlog
"Community Speaks", a deaf and hard of hearing discussion forum. Various topics are posted in ASL signed/captioned videos and the community is encouraged to post comments.

Public Videophones
Public videophones are available at KCDHH, during business hours only, to deaf and hard of hearing Kentuckians.

DeaFestival
The pages of our flagship event, the biennial Kentucky DeaFestival sponsored by the Knowledge Center on Deafness.
Knowledge Center on Deafness
Knowledge Center on Deafness explained; purpose, goals, etc.