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ODHH has three services programs: Awareness Training and Technical Assistance, Constituent Services, and Community Outreach and Education.

Awareness Training and Technical Assistance

Awarenes Training
ODHH provides awareness training and technical assistance and consulting services to all levels of Maryland government.

Awareness training is designed to educate Maryland government about the diverse communication needs of deaf and hard of hearing individuals by providing information about their specific needs. ODHH identifies the specific actions needed to improve accessibility for services and programs for deaf and hard of hearing individuals.

To request training, please contact us at odhh@gov.state.md.us or call 410-767-6290.

Technical Assistance
ODHH provides technical assistance for communication accessibility. This includes the review of policies, procedures and practices to ensure the delivery of an effective communication services.
To request technical assistance, please contact us at odhh@gov.state.md.us or call 410-767-6290

Constituent Services

ODHH serves as an information clearinghouse for the deaf and hard of hearing community to governmental departments and agencies as well as public & private entities that provide services in Maryland. ODHH acts as a liaison between the deaf and hard of hearing community and the Governor, General Assembly, and governmental departments & agencies in Maryland.

ODHH advocates for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The office acts as a referral service for the deaf and hard of hearing community. ODHH also establishes a network through which services provided by State and federal programs serving deaf and hard of hearing individuals can be channeled.

To request assistance, please contact us at odhh@gov.state.md.us or call 410-767-6290

Community Outreach and Education

ODHH facilitates community outreach and education through various activities, events and meetings to promote awareness of ODHH as a state resource on issues affecting deaf and hard of hearing individuals. This strengthens communication between ODHH and stakeholder communities. Outreach and education include presentations, provision of training workshops, and booth displays across the State of Maryland.

To request a presentation or an exhibit, please contact us at odhh@gov.state.md.us or call 410-767-6290