Resources for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Community

Deaf Refugee Advocacy Inc

POB 10335
Rochester, New York. 14610

(585) 286-3440

We recognize that deaf refugees, asylum-seekers, immigrants, and those from US territories have unique needs that are best served and assisted by the members of the general Deaf community. Our mission is to
1) provide direct services (education and case management services),
2) promote advocacy and full language access for this population, and
3) outreach services (collaboration, consultation, and education) to existing community service organizations and agencies.
We aim to support them as they strive to be self‐sustaining neighbors while still retaining their own cultural heritage, identity, language, and religion. Furthermore, we wish to ensure their inclusion into our Deaf community and into general society.

Deaf Wellness Center

300 Crittenden Blvd
Rochester, New York. 14642

The DWC provides evaluation and psychotherapy services to individuals age 17 and older, couples, and families. We also conduct psychiatric evaluations and provide consultation and forensic evaluation services to courts, governments, etc., on topics related to deafness, mental health, and healthcare. Several psychotherapy groups are also conducted at the DWC. Our psychotherapy groups are all-deaf and are conducted in sign language by our sign-fluent therapists. While most of our clients are deaf and use sign language, some are hard-of-hearing, oral deaf, or hearing people with deaf family members. The DWC accepts all forms of health insurance and there is a sliding fee scale for persons with limited income... (see website)

Delaware Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

4425 North Market Street
Wilmington, Delaware. 19802-1307

(302) 761-8275

(302) 736-9197 (Fax)

The Delaware Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DelODHH) resides in the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, an agency of the Delaware Department of Labor.

We envision all people having the same access to opportunities and leading self-sufficient, productive, and fulfilling lives. We demonstrate a commitment to the independence and equality of people who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing by providing information, education, services and training, and advocacy.

Our Services:
- How to make arrangements for a sign language interpreter or obtain other auxiliary aids needed for an appointment;
- How to find assistive technology resources;
- Sign language classes;
- Deaf and Hard of Hearing related local and national news and events

DePaul

1931 Buffalo Road
Rochester, New York. 14624

DePaul is a progressive, private not-for-profit organization founded in 1958 that provides services in the following areas:


Addiction Prevention and Support Services
Affordable Housing
Mental Health Residential
Senior Living Communities
Support Programs
Vocational Programs

PAHrtners Deaf Services

614 North Easton Road
Glenside, Pennsylvania. 19038

We provide community based behavioral and mental health programs for individuals who utilize sign language as their primary mode of communication. Services include supportive living programs, outpatient therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, case management, day programs and community participation supports. Funding varies by program. For Pennsylvania residents funding typically comes through a Pennsylvania county, Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs, a Pennsylvania Managed Care Organization or private insurance.

PAHrtners Deaf Services (West)

415 Moon Clinton Road
Moon Township, Pennsylvania. 15108

We provide community based behavioral and mental health programs for individuals who utilize sign language as their primary mode of communication. Services include supportive living programs, outpatient therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, case management, day programs and community participation supports. Funding varies by program. For Pennsylvania residents funding typically comes through a Pennsylvania county, Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs, a Pennsylvania Managed Care Organization or private insurance.

Regional Center for Independent Living

497 State Street
Rochester, New York. 14608

The Regional Center for Independent Living (RCIL) assists people with all types of disabilities who want the opportunity to live independently and be active members of the community. Our core services include Information Referrals, Peer Support, Independent Living Skills Training, and Advocacy. We also offer specialty services that address a variety of needs including housing, accessibility, environmental modifications, benefits advisement, employment, and youth services.