Welcome to ACDHH

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 250 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

Mission Statement:

The purpose of the Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing (ACDHH) is to ensure, in partnership with the public and private sector, accessibility for the deaf and hard of hearing to improve their quality of life.

Vision Statement:
An energetic and innovative team, the ACDHH aspires to be a national leader in the provision of communication access, support services, and community empowerment throughout the Grand Canyon State.

ACDHH aspires to be a national leader in communication access, support services, and community empowerment for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing. We need your help to achieve our goal. Please take a moment to complete the brief survey and let us know how we are doing.

ACDHH Video Blog

Visit us regularly for updates.

Referral Directory

Do you need a doctor who can sign? Would you like to attend a church service that accommodates your needs? [+] More

Interpreter Licensure

Arizona sign language interpreters are required to be licensed through the ACDHH. [+] More

AzTEDP

Free telecommunications devices for residents who need assistance communicating on the phone. [+] More

Relay 7-1-1

Arizona Relay Service provides telephone accessibility and is free to all residents. [+] More

Public Meeting Agenda

News Feed[+] More

2009 Arizona Deaf Summit Report June 30 2009 Read the final report of the 2009 Arizona Deaf Summit.

Register now: National Black Deaf Advocates Conference July 28- Aug. 1 June 23 2009 Join ACDHH during the NBDA 24th annual conference July 28 through August 1 at the Chaparral Resort Suites in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Events Feed[+] More

Arizona Total Immersion Sign Language Program
July 4 2009

July 4th BBQ Social
July 4 2009

Interpreting Workshop Self Esteem 101 for Interpreters
July 7 2009

Crime and Fraud Prevention Forum
July 8 2009

Interpreting Workshop Starting the School Year Right
July 9 2009