Access to communication provides an environment in which everyone can fully engage. The Ohio Department of Public Safety’s Traffic Safety Office (OTSO), Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD), and statewide law enforcement partners have developed a communication card to support communication between law enforcement and people who are deaf/hard of hearing. Download card by clicking on the card icon.

To support first responders in an emergency situation, you can be included on the resident database. Simply provide your information and preferred communication mode. To be included in the database, click here.

Are you looking for a local interpreter? Click the interpreting icon.

Many members in our community use ASL. ASL classes provide an opportunity for our community to engage fully with one another. You can learn ASL in person or online. Check out Sign School to get started.