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Resources

Access practical tools and resources to help law enforcement officers communicate effectively and better support Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals through increased awareness and understanding.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

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.

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Language Line InSight

LanguageLine Solutions offers on-site interpreting, on-demand video relay services, and an easy-to-use app for quick access to ASL interpreters anytime.

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Sorenson Video Relay 

Sorenson offers free, 24/7 video relay services through their ntouch app and videophones, along with on-site and video remote interpreting for a variety of settings.

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Purple/ ZP Better Together

ZP Better Together (formerly Purple and ZVRS) offers 24/7 video relay services, on-site interpreting, and VRI through apps like P3 Mobile and Z5.

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Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ODHH)

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.

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ADA Guide for Law Enforcement: Communicating with People Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing

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Abused Deaf Women's Advocacy Services

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