Free phone devices for individuals who are hard of hearing, deaf, deaf-blind, speech impaired or physically disabled only as it relates to using the phone. Equipment provided includes, but is not limited to: - Hands-free speaker phones - Light flashing ringers - Loud ringers - Phones for individuals who have a speech impairment - Phones that enable users to read the callers words on a screen and respond by using their own voice - Special equipment for people who are deafblind - Phones that can make sound louder and clearer - TTYs ? The TED Program will repair or replace equipment that is not working properly or no longer meets the client's needs. If a person is not eligible based on income the TED program can share where they can purchase devices.

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Mental Health services provide culturally and linguistically affirming counseling and therapy for children and youth who experience hearing loss, and for their families. Services are also provided to children of deaf adults (CODA). Services may also be provided via telehealth. Services may include: - Consultation to schools and teachers - Diagnostic assessment - Individual, group and family therapy - Individual, group and family skill building - Psychiatric evaluation and medication management - Psychological assessment

Free phone devices for individuals who are hard of hearing, deaf, deaf-blind, speech impaired or physically disabled only as it relates to using the phone. Equipment provided includes, but is not limited to: - Hands-free speaker phones - Light flashing ringers - Loud ringers - Phones for individuals who have a speech impairment - Phones that enable users to read the callers words on a screen and respond by using their own voice - Special equipment for people who are deafblind - Phones that can make sound louder and clearer - TTYs ? The TED Program will repair or replace equipment that is not working properly or no longer meets the client's needs. If a person is not eligible based on income the TED program can share where they can purchase devices.

Statewide mental health response team that helps deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing adults acquire accessible mental health services within their community. This team provides the following services to people with hearing loss: - Aftercare planning - Assessment and stabilization - Care coordination - Community placement assistance - Counseling services and treatment - Crisis intervention - Individual and family consultation

Free phone devices for individuals who are hard of hearing, deaf, deaf-blind, speech impaired or physically disabled only as it relates to using the phone. Equipment provided includes, but is not limited to: - Hands-free speaker phones - Light flashing ringers - Loud ringers - Phones for individuals who have a speech impairment - Phones that enable users to read the callers words on a screen and respond by using their own voice - Special equipment for people who are deafblind - Phones that can make sound louder and clearer - TTYs ? The TED Program will repair or replace equipment that is not working properly or no longer meets the client's needs. If a person is not eligible based on income the TED program can share where they can purchase devices.

Offers culturally and language-specific mental health services for deaf, deaf/blind, and hard-of-hearing children ages birth to 22 years who experience difficulty due to emotional or behavioral problems and their families. Services may take place in a clinic, school, or home setting. Services include: - Consultation with schools and teachers - Diagnostic assessment - Individual, group, and family skill-building - Individual, group, and family therapy - Psychiatric evaluation and psychological assessment

Free phone devices for individuals who are hard of hearing, deaf, deaf-blind, speech impaired or physically disabled only as it relates to using the phone. Equipment provided includes, but is not limited to: - Hands-free speaker phones - Light flashing ringers - Loud ringers - Phones for individuals who have a speech impairment - Phones that enable users to read the callers words on a screen and respond by using their own voice - Special equipment for people who are deafblind - Phones that can make sound louder and clearer - TTYs ? The TED Program will repair or replace equipment that is not working properly or no longer meets the client's needs. If a person is not eligible based on income the TED program can share where they can purchase devices.

- Consults with state and local human service, law enforcement, and other agencies to assist with making services accessible to people who are deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing - Has technology used by deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing people - Provides direct counseling/technical assistance to people who are deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing and their families - Provides free training to social service providers, employees, educators, etc. For more information on specific assistive technologies visit mn.gov/deaf-hard-of-hearing

Provides a comprehensive low vision evaluation to assess how vision loss impacts all areas of a person's life. The assessment allows Vision Loss Resources to give recommendations on lighting, training, and devices. Deaf-Blind Adults and Children: Provides one-on-one support to people with combined hearing and vision loss, from birth through adulthood Older Adults: Provides in-home assessments and individualized training to help seniors stay independent and age in place Professionals and Caregivers: Provides hands-on trainings and informative presentations for a workplace, senior residence, civic group, or community center Working-age Adults and Young Adults Transitioning Out of High School: Provides comprehensive vision rehabilitation training to help individuals adapt and thrive at home, work, or school. Classes include orientation and mobility, technology, typing, Braille, tasks of daily living, cooking, and more.

Serves as the principal agency of the state to advocate on behalf of Minnesotans who are deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing by working to ensure those persons have equal access to the services, programs, and opportunities available to others. The Commission addresses barriers to communication access through public policy and legislation. Advises the governor, the legislature, the judicial branch, and the commissioners of all state agencies to ensure their policies and practices are equitable to Minnesotans who are deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing. Note: Does not provide direct services

Statewide mental health response team that helps deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing adults acquire accessible mental health services within their community. This team provides the following services to people with hearing loss: - Aftercare planning - Assessment and stabilization - Care coordination - Community placement assistance - Counseling services and treatment - Crisis intervention - Individual and family consultation

- Consults with state and local human service, law enforcement, and other agencies to assist with making services accessible to people who are deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing - Has technology used by deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing people - Provides direct counseling/technical assistance to people who are deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing and their families - Provides free training to social service providers, employees, educators, etc. For more information on specific assistive technologies visit mn.gov/deaf-hard-of-hearing

Free phone devices for individuals who are hard of hearing, deaf, deaf-blind, speech impaired or physically disabled only as it relates to using the phone. Equipment provided includes, but is not limited to: - Hands-free speaker phones - Light flashing ringers - Loud ringers - Phones for individuals who have a speech impairment - Phones that enable users to read the callers words on a screen and respond by using their own voice - Special equipment for people who are deafblind - Phones that can make sound louder and clearer - TTYs ? The TED Program will repair or replace equipment that is not working properly or no longer meets the client's needs. If a person is not eligible based on income the TED program can share where they can purchase devices.

- Consults with state and local human service, law enforcement, and other agencies to assist with making services accessible to people who are deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing - Has technology used by deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing people - Provides direct counseling/technical assistance to people who are deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing and their families - Provides free training to social service providers, employees, educators, etc. For more information on specific assistive technologies visit mn.gov/deaf-hard-of-hearing

Statewide mental health response team that helps deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing adults acquire accessible mental health services within their community. This team provides the following services to people with hearing loss: - Aftercare planning - Assessment and stabilization - Care coordination - Community placement assistance - Counseling services and treatment - Crisis intervention - Individual and family consultation

- Consults with state and local human service, law enforcement, and other agencies to assist with making services accessible to people who are deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing - Has technology used by deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing people - Provides direct counseling/technical assistance to people who are deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing and their families - Provides free training to social service providers, employees, educators, etc. For more information on specific assistive technologies visit mn.gov/deaf-hard-of-hearing

Statewide mental health response team that helps deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing adults acquire accessible mental health services within their community. This team provides the following services to people with hearing loss: - Aftercare planning - Assessment and stabilization - Care coordination - Community placement assistance - Counseling services and treatment - Crisis intervention - Individual and family consultation

- Books on sexual abuse and physical abuse written for deaf and hard of hearing children - Comprehensive mental health services for deaf, hard of hearing, and deafblind people. Services also offered at Hennepin County Mental Health Center one afternoon a week. Some services offered in greater Minnesota through video conferencing. Twice monthly services provided in greater Minnesota. - Community education, consultation, presentation, and workshops - Counseling services to children who have been physically or sexually abused and their families - Dialectical behavior therapy skills training groups - Early intervention for parents with deaf children including education, child development information, and behavior management services - General mental health information and support groups - Outpatient mental health services including individual, family, couple, and group counseling for issues such as crisis intervention, family of origin, childhood trauma, school and work adjustment, medication management, psycho-diagnostic evaluation, and grief recovery - Inpatient mental health services including short-term psychiatric evaluation and treatment, group psychotherapy, medication therapy, individual and family counseling, crisis intervention, occupational and recreational therapy, and behavior management

- Consults with state and local human service, law enforcement, and other agencies to assist with making services accessible to people who are deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing - Has technology used by deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing people - Provides direct counseling/technical assistance to people who are deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing and their families - Provides free training to social service providers, employees, educators, etc. For more information on specific assistive technologies visit mn.gov/deaf-hard-of-hearing

Statewide mental health response team that helps deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing adults acquire accessible mental health services within their community. This team provides the following services to people with hearing loss: - Aftercare planning - Assessment and stabilization - Care coordination - Community placement assistance - Counseling services and treatment - Crisis intervention - Individual and family consultation

Deaf Crisis Line/Disaster Distress Helpline: Provides a 24 hour/7 days a week free, confidential crisis helpline utilizing videophone and American Sign Language (ASL). Also offers texting. - Deaf Crisis Line: Supports individuals who are facing a variety of challenges and are victims of crimes including survivors of domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse, mental health challenges, and more. - Disaster Distress Hotline: Supports callers who have been affected by natural or man-made disasters. Crisis Interpreting: Supports individuals with trauma-sensitive American Sign Language interpreting that mitigates retraumatizing the survivor and adds an extra layer of sensitivity. Also provides training on trauma-informed interpreting and mental health interpreting. Victim Services: Provides services to deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, and late-deafened victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and crime and their families, including: - Advocacy - legal, medical, and personal? - Counseling - Case management - Crisis intervention - 24 hour/7 days a week deaf crisis line - Emotional support - Trauma-Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY) - Interpreting services