Transition Planning
Teens must plan what to do after high school: The Process is called Transition Planning
Health Education
Preservation of Mental Health Services for Deaf People in an Integrated Health Care
A group of selected specialized service physicians and counselors developed this position paper of best practice guidelines for mental health/behavioral health services together with the National Association of the Deaf in this attached document page.
Evolution of the Hearing Aid
Nowadays hearing aids are only worn by 10-20% of people who could actually benefit from them. It’s a shame really, as these marvels of modern technology have come along way from their humble beginnings. Our latest Infographic looks at this incredible evolution from the Ear Trumpet to the ground breaking In-Ear Amplifiers. Source & embedded … Read more
Communication Preference / Accommodation Card
Print your own Communication Preference / Accommodation Card to Use in Emergencies or when you visit the Doctor’s Office
Phones and Hearing Loss
This article outlines important things to consider about telecommunication for individuals who are Hard of Hearing.
What is the Director’s Action Line?
The Department of Human Services provides many different services in Allegheny County. These services include child protective services, services for seniors, mental health, food assistance and services for people who have intellectual disabilities. If you have a question or complaint about services or you need more help please contact us.
What is The Link?
The Link or the Allegheny Link to Aging and Disability Resources is a place to call for information and help if you need in-home services, employment, transportation and a variety of other services.
Assistive Technology
Different types of assistive technology can make a huge difference in the lives of a person who is deaf, hard of hearing or deafblind. Some types of assistive technology allow a person to feel more safe in their home. Other products make communication with others more easy.
Learn About Hearing Loss
Hearing Loss Association of America presents information about how to identify hearing loss, possible causes of hearing loss, options for intervention and strategies to improve communication.
Stress, Tinnitus and Hearing Loss Linked
In the following article read about the link between how stress and tinnitus and hearing loss are all related.