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Resources
Discover valuable resources to help law enforcement officers communicate effectively with deaf and hard of hearing individuals and improve their awareness.
For those who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or experiencing hearing loss, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline offers 24/7 support. Click the link above to visit their dedicated page, where you can connect with a 988 Lifeline crisis counselor by clicking "ASL Now" on the webpage.
Veterans or service members with hearing loss, or anyone concerned about someone who is, can contact the Veterans Crisis Line by texting 838255 to communicate with a Veterans Crisis Line responder.
For law enforcement officers needing on-demand American Sign Language (ASL) services, LanguageLine Solutions offers a video relay interpreting app. This service provides access to ASL interpreters anytime, ensuring effective communication with deaf individuals. Additionally, they offer in-person interpreting services for various situations.
For law enforcement officers needing on-demand American Sign Language (ASL) services, Sorenson offers a video relay interpreting app. This service provides access to ASL interpreters anytime, ensuring effective communication with deaf individuals. Additionally, they offer in-person interpreting services for various situations.
For law enforcement officers needing on-demand American Sign Language (ASL) services, Purple offers a video relay interpreting app. This service provides access to ASL interpreters anytime, ensuring effective communication with deaf individuals. Additionally, they offer in-person interpreting services for various situations.
The Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ODHH) in Washington State is a government agency dedicated to supporting individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind.
ADA Guide for Law Enforcement: Communicating with People Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Abused Deaf Women's Advocacy Services
Know Your Rights:
ASL Video by Marlee Matlin
We are pleased to share an important resource for the deaf community. Actress Marlee Matlin, who is deaf, has collaborated with the ACLU and the advocacy group HEARD to create an American Sign Language video. This video aims to ensure that deaf individuals are aware of their rights when interacting with law enforcement.