Arizona Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program (AzTEDP)

 

What's in it for me?

ACDHH's AzTEDP provides free telecommunications devices to residents of the State of Arizona who need assistance communicating on the phone.

NOTICE: As of October 1, 2024, each Applicant must submit proof of telephone service which aligns with the type of equipment applied for. For example, if the Applicant is requesting a device that works with a Smartphone/cell phone, a copy of the smartphone bill that shows the applicant's name, cell phone number and address.

Any client needing demonstrations, technical assistance, or any service related to equipment are best served by appointment. This can be in-person or video (Zoom or Google Meet).  Please call 602-542-3365 (V), 602-761-9541 (VP) or 1-866-223-3412 (V) or email [email protected] to ensure availability to serve you. 

Applicants can qualify as Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, Combined Vision and Hearing Loss (CVHL) or Speech-Impaired.

Attention Certifying Professionals:

As professionals who work with people with hearing loss, you know that no two people are the same. Here at the Arizona Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program (AzTEDP, AKA “The Phone Program”) we offer FREE equipment to those who meet the program requirements.

Each individual is allowed one device to help them hear better on the phone (Primary) and one device which serves as an environmental alert (Secondary). 

You, as the Certifying Professional, simply need to complete Part C of the Application Form which is now FILLABLE here.  The applicant is responsible for completing the forms and providing copies of the documents as outlined in the “Program Requirements” portion of the application.  They may submit the paperwork to AzTEDP via postal, email or fax.

Vicki Thompson is available for consultation in choosing the device(s).  The voucher(s) will be mailed to the applicant along with instructions on how to sign and mail the voucher(s).  The vendor will then ship the equipment to the applicant. 

Any Arizonan who is Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind/CVHL, or Speech-Impaired is eligible for this life-changing equipment, regardless of income. For questions, please contact Vicki Thompson at 602-542-3365 or [email protected]