Our Deaf and Hard of Hearing Technology Specialists are available to help deaf and hard of hearing learn better ways to live with their hearing loss. Our Deaf and Hard of Hearing Technology Specialists are contracted with the Health and Human Services Commission – Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (HHSC-ODHHS)
Teaching coping strategies: meet one-on-one in our office or at a work site or home to explain the resources and services available in Texas.
Assistive technology: Our specialists can assist people with hearing loss understand assistive technology and determine which telephones, listening systems, and alerting devices are suitable for the workplace, education, and home settings.
Hearing loss management: Meet in person or virtually to explain coping skills, communication strategy, and the resources and services available in Texas.
Case management: We work with each individual to help them access the services they need.
Workshops & presentations: We will present on a wide variety of topics related to hearing loss. We do in-service presentations to school staff, hospital staff, and other state and local organizations.
Dallas/Fort Worth
Esther Kelly
Phone: 214-952-7411
E-mail: Esther.Kelly@dactexas.org
Irasema Linet
Phone: (214) 680-9295
E-mail: Irasema.Linet@dactexas.org or dhhtech3a@hhs.texas.gov