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Welcome to ACDHH

**ACDHH along with several other state agencies are experiencing problems with our telephone system receiving incoming calls.    The issue is in the process of being resolved.  We apologize for any inconvenience you may experience**

 

ACDHH was established in 1977 to improve the quality of life for Deaf and Hard of Hearing residents. ACDHH serves as a statewide information referral center for issues related to people with hearing loss.

ACDHH aspires to be a national leader in communication access, support services and community empowerment throughout the state.

Why does Arizona need ACDHH?

  • Three out of 1000 newborns are diagnosed with hearing loss
  • One out of 10 people experience hearing loss during their life
  • One out of three senior citizens have hearing loss
  • There are more than 500,000 Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals throughout the state

QUICK LINKS:
Meeting Dates and Locations |  List of Licensed Interpreters

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    Interpreter Licensure

    Arizona sign language interpreters are required to be licensed through ACDHH.

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    Service for the Hard of Hearing

    Services and information for residents experiencing hearing loss.

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    Empowering the Deaf

    Informing the Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals about their rights and the laws and programs available to support those rights.

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