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 Deaf Counseling Center provides exceptional counseling and personal development services to individuals of all ages, couples, and families. In addition to individual, family, and couples counseling, we partner with…
 
 
 
 Categories: Counseling for the Deaf
 
    Categories: Information & Referral, Workshops, Advocacy, Professional Development, Interpreting Services, Public Education, ASL Sign Language Classes, Job Assistance, Driver Education, Events
 
    
 LAAD is a small nonprofit organization with the mission of maintaining a gathering, meeting, and social space for members of our local community, including our Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind community. We host…
 
 
 
 Categories: Athletic Activities, Community Events, Social Gatherings
 
    
 At Lighthouse Louisiana our mission is to empower people with disabilities through services, employment, and advocacy.
Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in New Orleans and Baton Rouge create jobs…
 
 
 
 
 Categories: Blind Resources, Blind Services, Employment Program
 
    
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The Louisiana Association of the Deaf, Inc. (LAD) – operated by, of and for the Deaf community – advocates and promotes to improve the quality of life for Deaf, DeafBlind…
 
 
 
 Categories: Advocacy, Forums and Workshops, Leadership Training, Official Louisiana delegate to NAD, Organizations of the Deaf, Public Awareness, Scholarships
 
    
 The Louisiana Commission for the Deaf (LCD) provides people who are d/Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard of hearing with programs, services, and resources to ensure full communication access to the world around them. Staff…
 
 
 
 
 Categories: DeafBlind SSP Program, Hearing Aid Program, Interpreting Services, State Councils and Commissions, Telecommunication Device Distribution
 
    
 The Louisiana DeafBlind Project (LADBP) supports children and youth ages 0-22 who have varying degrees of vision and hearing loss, known as DeafBlindness. Children who are DeafBlind benefit from specialized…
 
 
 
 Categories: Deaf-Blind, Deaf-Blind Education, Deaf-Blind Educational Services, Deaf-Blind Project, Deaf-Blindness, Deafblind, DeafBlind Resources, Deafblind Services
 
    
 Louisiana Hands & Voices is a statewide parent-driven organization that supports families of children who are deaf or hard of hearing. We advocate for families, share information, and create space and…
 
 
 
 
 Categories: Advocacy, Parent Organization, Parent Peer Support
 
    Categories: Affiliate of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), Interpreter Licensure Information, Interpreter Resources
 
    
 Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS) assists persons with disabilities in their desire to obtain, maintain or advance in competitive integrated employment and achieve independence in their communities by providing…
 
 
 
 
 Categories: Blind Services, Deaf Resources, Disability Resources, Resources
 
    
 Louisiana Relay is a public service which guarantees all citizens access to prompt, professional and accurate communication through the telephone. Consumers of these specialized services, specifically individuals who…
 
 
 
 
 Categories: Relay Services, Telephone Equipment
 
    
 Welcome to our website! Our school, which was established in 1852, has provided excellence in education for over 169 years. We serve approximately 400 deaf or hard of hearing children and their families, making us…
 
 
 
 Categories: State School for the Deaf
 
    
 The Mission of the National Black Deaf Advocates is to promote the leadership development, economic and educational opportunities, social equality, and to safeguard the general health and welfare of Black deaf and…
 
 
 
 
 Categories: Affiliate of National Black Deaf Advocates, Black Deaf Advocacy, Black Deaf Organizations, Black Deaf Women Development
 
    
 New Orleans is a city that everyone should be able to experience in full, regardless of disability. Whether you’re looking for information on public transportation, or a few recommendations for attractions, we’ve…
 
 
 
 
 Categories: Travel Tips
 
    
 The Arc of Louisiana is affiliated with The Arc of the United States, which advocates for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities on a national level. We also are proud to have 19 affiliated…
 
 
 
 
 Categories: Advocacy, Professional Resources, Resources
 
    
 ABOUT US
The Bright School is a non-profit agency located in the New Orleans metropolitan area. Our teachers are Early Steps’ providers. We are listed on the Matrix as Special Instructors for…
 
 
 
 Categories: Deaf Education, Parent Resources
 
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 MA-Marriage & Family Counseling and NIC-Certified. Providing help, hope, and healing for every life problem for individuals and families through private and confidential counseling services. Services available in…
 
 
 Categories: Mental Health Services
 
    
 ASL Coffee Chat is a chance for anyone who enjoys American Sign Language to get together, chat, practice, meet new friends, and learn new signs. It doesn't matter if ASL is your first language or you only know a few…
 
 
 Categories: Organizations
 
    
 At Aspire Audiology and Hearing, we’re excited to work with all the device manufacturers and major insurance companies to provide you with advanced, state-of-the-art technology and comprehensive, personalized care.…
 
 
 
 Categories: Audiology Services, Hearing Aids
 
    
 Four audiologists, one speech-language pathologist, one hearing-impaired educator; complete audiology and vestibular services, audiological assessments, industrial screening, evoked potentials, surgical monitoring of…
 
 
 
 Categories: Medical Services, Speech, Hearing And Language Services
 
    
 Berns Therapy Solutions provides speech-language therapy for children from preschool through high school. We specialize in evaluating and treating communication difficulties related to speech, language, literacy, and…
 
 
 Categories: Developmental Disabilities, Early Intervention, Education, Speech, Hearing And Language Services, Tutoring
 
    
 Bill Rice Ranch offers fun, inclusive camp experiences for Deaf and Hard of Hearing youth in Tennessee. Enjoy year-round camps and a chance to connect and worship with the Deaf Ministry. Adult camps are available at…
 
 
 
 Categories: Adult Day Program, Adult Deaf Resources, Camp, Children Camp, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Camp, Deaf Camp, Deaf Youth, Religious, Summer Camp, Teen Deaf Camp
 
    
 Meetings: First Saturday of each month at St. Joseph Hospital, 210 Jackson Avenue, Memphis, TN 38105; Time: 6:00p.m. All are welcome to join in meetings and activities.  *Refer to Statewide Services for description of…
 
 
 
 Categories: Organizations
 
    
 Formerly known as VSA TN, Borderless Arts Tennessee is a statewide organization committed to inclusive and accessible arts programs for people with disabilities to enhance educational curriculum, enrich creative…
 
 
 
 Categories: Camps, Deaf-Blindness, Developmental Disabilities, Theatres
 
    
 A church where the Deaf and their families can worship together. We offer Bible study classes choir/drama, prayer meetings and fellowship. We also offer counseling services, sign classes, worship services, parent…
 
 
 
 Categories: Camps, Mental Health Services, Parent Support/Advocacy, Religious, Sign Language Instruction, Tutoring
 
    
 Bridges for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is nonprofit organization serving Middle Tennessee, northern Alabama, and southern Kentucky. In 2019, we expanded to open offices in Memphis, TN, now serving Shelby County and…
 
 
 
 Categories: Adult Education, Advocacy, ASL Classes, CART Services, Empowerment, Gym, Interpreter Training, Interpreting, Outreach, Professional Development, Resources, Video Remote Interpreting, Youth Education
 
    
 BridgesEAST is proud to be a local agency located in the Tri-Cities and building on the more than 95 years of excellence Bridges for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing has delivered. Most importantly, BridgesEAST exists…
 
 
 
 Categories: Advocacy, Community, Empowerment, Sign Language Interpreting Services
 
    
 BridgesWEST is proud to be a local agency in Memphis building on the more than 90 years of excellence Bridges for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing has delivered.
BridgesWEST serves five counties in southwest…
 
 
 
 
 Categories: ASL Classes, Community Service Centers, Interpreter Services, Youth Programming
 
    
 Empowering Deaf Youth Through their Heart Language
Espanol? Informacion – joyharris98@gmail.com
 
 
 
 Categories: Adventure Camp, ASL Camp
 
    
 Chattanooga State Community College offers support services for students with a variety of disabilities who are seeking one year certificates or two-year associate degrees. Services may include interpreters, note-…
 
 
 
 Categories: Assistive Devices, Disability Services, Education, Interpreter Services
 
    
 CSL is a Chattanooga‑based private language school founded in 2011, offering instruction in over 10 languages, including ASL, to learners of all ages and proficiency levels through small-group classes and customized…
 
 
 
 Categories: ASL, ASL Classes, ASL Instruction for Children, Bilingual English, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Sensitivity Training, Deaf Culture Awareness
 
    
 Community Health of East Tennessee, Inc. is a local agency providing health, education, social and community services for Campbell and surrounding counties. For many people our services are "hope" for getting help…
 
 
 
 
 Categories: Domestic Violence Support, Health, Resources
 
    
 Covenant Health is the largest healthcare provider in East Tennessee, with headquarters in Knoxville and nine acute-care hospitals across the region. 
Effective Communication for Patients and…
 
 
 
 Categories: Auxiliary Aids Assistance, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Healthcare, Interpreting Services, Oral Interpreting Services
 
    
 CREEC is a nonprofit membership organization whose goal is to ensure that everyone can fully and independently participate in our nation’s civic life without discrimination based on race, gender, disability, religion,…
 
 
 Categories: Legal Services
 
    
 Help us discover how children who are deaf and hard of hearing learn to read!
 
 
 
 
 Categories: Early Intervention, Research
 
    
 Deaf Doorway seeks to open doors of opportunity for the Deaf around the world. Our work is global. We go where we can be useful to the Deaf community to facilitate increasing access, understanding, and levels of…
 
 
 
 Categories: Awareness, Community Awareness
 
    
 Deaf Pathway Global (also known as Deafway Global) is a Nashville-area non‑profit (based in Brentwood, Tennessee) dedicated to bringing Scripture to Deaf communities around the world…
 
 
 
 Categories: Accessible Technology, Deaf Ministries, Deaf Ministry, Deaf Ministry Support, Online Resources, Religion, Religious Instruction, Sign Language Interpretation, Translation
    
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 DeafConnect of the Mid-South is a nonprofit serving Memphis and surrounding communities. We foster inclusive and accessible communities by offering advocacy, education and communication through sign language…
 
 
 
 Categories: Interpreter Services
 
    
 Disability Rights Tennessee (DRT) provides free legal and advocacy services in an effort to protect the rights of Tennesseans with disabilities. If you need help, you can contact our Intake Advocates at 1-800-342-1660…
 
 
 Categories: Disability Services, Legal Services, Publications
 
    
 East Tennessee State University is committed to the goal of integrating students with disabilities into the campus community to the fullest extent possible. Services are offered within a framework that stresses…
 
 
 
 Categories: Disability Services
 
    
 Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a federal and state-funded program providing services to help individuals with disabilities enter or return to employment. It is designed to assist individuals of work age with physical…
 
 
 
 Categories: Employment Services, Rehabilitation & Independent Living Services
 
    
 *Refer to Statewide Services: Rehabilitation Services, Administrative Office.
 
 
 
 Categories: Employment Services, Rehabilitation & Independent Living Services
 
    
 *Refer to Statewide Services: Rehabilitation Services, Administrative Office.
 
 
 
 Categories: Employment Services, Rehabilitation & Independent Living Services
 
    
 *Refer to Statewide Services: Rehabilitation Services, Administrative Office.
 
 
 
 Categories: Employment Services, Rehabilitation & Independent Living Services
 
    
 *Refer to Statewide Services: Rehabilitation Services, Administrative Office for description.
 
 
 
 Categories: Employment Services, Rehabilitation & Independent Living Services
 
    
 Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a federal and state-funded program providing services to help individuals with disabilities enter or return to employment. It is designed to assist individuals of work age with physical…
 
 
 
 Categories: Employment Services, Rehabilitation & Independent Living Services
 
    
 *Refer to Statewide Services: Rehabilitation Services, Administrative Office for description.
 
 
 
 Categories: Employment Services, Rehabilitation & Independent Living Services
 
    
 *Refer to Statewide Services: Rehabilitation Services, Administrative Office for description.
Additional Counselor for the Deaf:  Amber Chessor: (615) 253-7293 (Voice) amber.chessor@tn.gov
 
 
 
 Categories: Disability Services, Employment Services, Rehabilitation & Independent Living Services
 
    
 Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a federal and state-funded program providing services to help individuals with disabilities enter or return to employment. It is designed to assist individuals of work age with physical…
 
 
 
 Categories: Employment Services, Rehabilitation & Independent Living Services
 
    
 My name is Dr. Angela Scruggs, Ph.D., LPC-MHSP, NIC, QMHI. I am a bilingual therapist providing services in English and American Sign Language. I have a Ph.D. in Psychology & Counseling and a Master’s in Marriage…
 
 
 
 Categories: Counseling for the Deaf, Counseling Services, Mental Health Providers