Who We Are
Access Independence, a private, nonprofit Center for Independent Living, administers programs for the deaf and hard of hearing that are available through the Virginia Department of Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
The Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (VDDHH) Outreach program offers:
- information and referral;
- workshops;
- training;
- a device demonstration center;
- newsletter;
- meeting room;
- classes in sign language and coping skills;
- The Technology Assistance Program (TAP).
The program also provides consultation to schools, business, churches, government agencies and organizations and a speaker's bureau for people interested in learning more about hearing loss.
Who We Serve
Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Clarke County
,
Frederick County
,
Page County
,
Shenandoah County
,
Warren County
,
Winchester City
Cost & Payment Methods
Fee Structure
Call for Information
Age Requirements
No Age Requirement
Residency Requirements
Serves residents in the counties of Clark, Frederick, Page, Shenandoah, Warren and the city of Winchester.
Other Eligibility Criteria
Serves people who are deaf, deafblind, hard of hearing and with speech disabilities. Also serves the general community regarding hearing issues.
Available 24/7
No
Additional Availability Comments
Office is closed from 12:00PM noon until 12:30PM every day.
Intake Process
Call or email using the website form to request information and services.
Documents Required
Call for details
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes
Intake Contact
Donna Day
Intake Contact Email
dday@accessindependence.org
Intake Contact Telephone
(540) 662-4452
Report Problems
Call the Agency