In Wisconsin
Center for Deaf-Blind Persons - Resources and independent living-skills training for adults with both hearing loss and vision loss. Located in Milwaukee, WI.
Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ODHH) - ODHH is part of the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services and provides a wide range of information and advocacy services to Wisconsin residents who are d/Deaf or hard of hearing. Operates five regional offices throughout the state.
WI Department of Public Instruction - The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction provides many special services for school-aged children who are deaf or hard of hearing, and administers the Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (WESP-DHH).
Outside Wisconsin
Alexander Graham Bell Association - The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (AG Bell) is a lifelong resource, support network and advocate for listening, learning, talking and living independently with hearing loss.
American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery - The American Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery Foundation is one of the oldest medical associations in the nation. It represents more than 12,000 physicians and allied health professionals who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck by “Working for the Best Ear, Nose, and Throat Care.”
American Society for Deaf Children - ASDC was founded as a parent-helping-parent network and is dedicated to providing support, encouragement and information to families raising children who are deaf or hard of hearing.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) - ASHA is the professional, scientific, and credentialing association for more than 127,000 members and affiliates who are audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and speech, language, and hearing scientists.
American Tinnitus Association - The American Tinnitus Association (ATA) is a private funding source and national champion of tinnitus research. ATA's four program areas include Education, Advocacy, Research, and Support.
Better Hearing Institute - The Better Hearing Institute (BHI) is a not-for-profit corporation that educates the public about the neglected problem of hearing loss and what can be done about it.
DeafMD.org - A health information website featuring American Sign Language that includes a list of Deaf-friendly doctors across the country.
Deafness Research Foundation - DRF works to make a lifetime of hearing health possible for all people through quality research and education.
Disability Law Center - This website provides a wealth of information and support in obtaining SSDI and SSI claims and is run by a law firm with nearly 40 years of experience in disability advocacy to help provide an easy and effective way to help individuals successfully obtain disability awards.
National Association of the Deaf - The mission of the National Association of the Deaf is to promote, protect, and preserve the rights and quality of life of deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States of America.
National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities - Provides information regarding disabilities in children and youth, programs and services for infants, children, and youth with disabilities, IDEA, the nation's special education law, No Child Left Behind, the nation's general education law, and research-based information on effective practices for children with disabilities.
Signed Language - This website also includes a wide range of information and articles about sign language around the world, hearing loss issues and communication technology.
Support Groups/Organizations
DeafandHoH.com - Open Chat Nights for adults of all ages with hearing loss and other ways to connect online and in person.
Dogs for the Deaf - Rescuing dogs and professionally training them to become service animals to help people and enhance lives.
HearingExchange - Blog and resource community for people with hearing loss and their families since 2000.
Hearing Loss Association of America - The Hearing Loss Association of America is the nation’s largest organization for people with hearing loss. The Hearing Loss Association of America exists to open the world of communication for people with hearing loss through information, education, advocacy and support.
Paws with a Cause - Trains assistance dogs nationally for people with disabilities and provides lifetime team support which encourages independence.
SayWhatClub - An online community that provides a friendly, good-humored place to exchange conversation, information, advice, deep thoughts, humor, tall tales, and chat with others who truly understand.
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