HomeThe vision of VDDHH is a Commonwealth where persons who are deaf and hard of hearing can fully access and participate in all aspects of life without barriers.
The Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (VDDHH) removes barriers to effective communication so that persons who are Deaf and hard of hearing can fully participate in programs and services throughout the Commonwealth.
If you are seeking information regarding our services, please contact the VDDHH at 1-800-552-7917 (Toll Free), or 804-662-9502 (Voice), or 804-325-1290 (VP) or contact us here. Virginia Relay users may contact VDDHH by dialing 711 before dialing our toll free or local number. Please be sure to leave a detailed message including your full name and telephone number with your area code and will respond to your call or email as soon as possible.
This assessment process is designed to assist you, as a developing professional, to identify your strengths and weaknesses in your knowledge and skills of interpreting in order to assist your growth in interpreting competence. Register now!
The Interpreter Services Program (ISP) contracts with qualified sign language interpreters for services in state agencies, coordinates sign language interpreter and CART services for state agencies and Virginia courts, maintains a Directory of Qualified Interpreters, and provides information to private entities and the general public to assist in locating and securing qualified interpreters.
Virginia Quality Assurance Screening is designed to assist you, as a developing professional, to identify your strengths and weaknesses in your knowledge and skills of interpreting in order to assist your growth in interpreting competence.
The Technology Assistance Program (TAP) provides telecommunication equipment to qualified applicants whose disabilities prevent them from using a standard telephone. VDDHH outreach specialists can also provide information and referral for assistive technology devices.
Our Community Services Specialists can provide a variety of training experiences for persons who are deaf and hard of hearing, their families, caregivers, business, and more.
Those who are prepared for emergencies recover faster and can help others who also may be affected. Every family and business can take just a few simple steps to prepare and protect your family and your assets.
Learn about our policies on gathering information, plug-ins and more.
FOIA | Web Use | Accessibility
At a minimum, this web site meets Section 508 and at least Level A Conformance to WCAG 1.0. On January 18, 2017, the U.S. Access Board published a final rule as the new standard for website accessibility. The rule requires adherence to the new accessibility standards twelve months from its date of publication. VDDHH is working towards WCAG 2.0 Level AA compliance.
The goals of the VDDHH's accessibility plan are:
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