Assistive Technology for the Home - Information for Parents, Students and Educators
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Deaf and Hard of Hearing students have a wide range of technologies available to them, giving them better access to the world around them than ever before. From telephone devices to flashing signal systems, and listening devices to apps for a tablet or smartphone, join Debbie Jones, NVRC's Technology Manager, as she discusses assistive technologies that Deaf and Hard of Hearing students can take advantage of at home or on the go. Information about the Technology Assistance Program and other resources included. This presentation is open to Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, their parents, and educators.
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Resource Files
- Download TAP Brochure Official brochure for TAP program from the VDDHH
How do I join the TAP program? Is there a website to go to or a number to call?
Section of the website talking about application:
https://www.vddhh.virginia.gov/equipment.htm#:~:text=How%20do%20I%20apply%3F,call%201%2D800%2D552%2D7917
Relevant information scraped from there:
http://www.vddhh.virginia.gov or contact the VDDHH Central Office at 804-662-9502 or 1-800-552-7917. (Note: relay users; please dial 7-1-1 before dialing our number)
Or contact the presenter directly for help:
Debbie Jones
djones@nvrc.org