988 Crisis Response Training
Training for 988 Crisis Responders on situations involving Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.
988 Crisis Response Training
This training prepares 988 crisis response professionals to better understand and respond to situations involving Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. Topics include communication barriers, accessibility considerations, interpreter use, Deaf culture, and strategies for responding effectively during behavioral health crises. The training emphasizes practical approaches that improve communication, reduce misunderstanding, and support equitable crisis intervention services.
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About DBHC
The Deaf Behavioral Health Collaborative (DBHC) is a statewide initiative of the Community Center for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing (CCDHH) at Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center (CHSC).
Through funding provided by the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health, DBHC works to improve access to culturally responsive behavioral health care for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals across Ohio by providing professional training, community education, consultation, and resource development.
By increasing knowledge of Deaf culture, communication access, and clinical best practices, DBHC helps behavioral health professionals deliver more equitable and effective care to Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients.