Emergency Department (ED) Training

This training prepares emergency department professionals to provide more accessible and culturally responsive care to Deaf and hard-of-hearing patients. Participants learn about communication barriers, interpreter access, patient rights, emergency behavioral health considerations, and practical strategies for improving patient engagement and reducing misunderstanding in fast-paced medical settings.

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Email us at dbhc@chsc.org to learn more about our Emergency Department Training.

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.