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      The Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing has been committed to improving the quality of life for the Deaf for over 35 years! Services span across all facets such as sharing Deaf-related resources, advocating for one’s communication needs, training both private and public service providers, and providing consultation on community needs. READ MORE
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      An energetic and innovative team, ACDHH is a national leader in the provision of communication access, support services, and community empowerment throughout the Grand Canyon State. READ MORE
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  • Alzheimer’s Association launches online support group for deaf, hard of hearing caregivers
  • After deaf Surprise woman died in house fire, nonprofits offer special smoke alarms
  • Free smoke alarms for the deaf available in Surprise
  • CAFMA and Partners Install Specialized Smoke Alarms for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Residents
  • Arizona prosecutors drop charges against deaf Black man beaten by Phoenix police
  • Training for interacting with deaf, hard of hearing community not required by law for Arizona police officers
  • 5 ways the Arizona Dept. of Child Safety screwed over disabled parents
  • New training will help officers work better with Arizona's 1.1 million with hearing loss
  • DailyMoth: Black Deaf man with cerebral palsy violently arrested by Phoenix cops
  • Video of Phoenix police pummeling a deaf Black man with cerebral palsy sparks outcry
  • Arizona Department of Health Services Gets Grant to Elevate Newborn Hearing Screening
  • Arizona gets grant to boost variety of services for newborns with hearing loss
  • New Course Alert: "Working with DeafBlind People" at the University of Arizona
  • ADHS: Arizona Department of Health Services Receives HRSA Grant to Elevate Newborn Hearing Screening and Language Acquisition Statewide
  • Arizona is dealing with a sign language interpreter shortage
  • Low-income hearing health care expanded to all three Arizona universities
  • Northern Arizona University joins project to bring free hearing healthcare to uninsured Arizonans
  • Addressing health inequalities in Arizona with hearing-based project
  • Hearing aids can help slow cognitive decline in older adults, NIH study confirms
  • Walgreens Hearing Aids: Are They Worth It?
  • 988 suicide and crisis lifeline adds American Sign Language resources
  • Goodyear executive leaves a legacy of empowerment for deaf residents
  • Recognizing Excellence: The 2023 Gabe Zimmerman Public Service Awards
  • Goodyear resident earns Gabe Zimmerman Civic Leader Award (West Valley View)
  • Goodyear resident earns Gabe Zimmerman Civic Leader Award
  • Goodyear resident honored for deaf and hard-of-hearing advocacy
  • Collins: Resources, support for seniors with hearing loss
  • ACDHH Announces Statewide Survey to Determine Needs of the Aging Community Who Are Deaf or Have Hearing Loss
  • Support the deaf and hard of hearing community during Deaf History Month
  • Historic Oscar win for Mesa's Troy Kotsur opens doors for deaf stories
  • Arizona prison reform policies ought to include considerations for those who are deaf, hard of hearing, advocates say
  • CLEAN ELECTIONS COMPLETES VOTER EDUCATION GUIDE IN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE FOR GENERAL ELECTION COMPLETED ASL EDITION OF THE VOTER EDUCATION GUIDE PUBLISHED TO COINCIDE WITH START OF EARLY VOTING
  • State organization helps bridge gap for those with hearing loss
  • ACDHH News Release: Carmen Green Smith Selected for Unsung Heroes Award
  • Mesa native Troy Kotsur to perform national anthem in sign language at the Super Bowl
  • Improvements urged to protect vulnerable adults
  • Arizona advocates have mixed response to over-the-counter hearing aids
  • Over-the-counter hearing aids are coming — and lots of people could benefit
  • Panel aims to protect vulnerable adults
  • Mesa man Troy Kotsur wins best supporting actor Oscar for his role in “CODA"
  • Valley Deaf community pushes for more access to communication
  • Two organizations are teaming up to provide free hearing aids to those who can’t afford them
  • Encouraging Employers to Hire Deaf, Hard of Hearing Candidates this Winter
  • How sign language interpreters are vital to the fight against COVID-19
  • Arizona advocates for the deaf are seeking clear, protective face masks
  • WEB EXCLUSIVE: Protecting Silent Communication
  • Evolving Challenges For The Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Community During a Pandemic
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5-5-2025

Alzheimer’s Association launches online support group for deaf, hard of hearing caregivers

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3-10-2025

After deaf Surprise woman died in house fire, nonprofits offer special smoke alarms

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