Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

First Responder Training

This training provides first responders with practical tools for interacting safely and effectively with Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals during emergency situations.

First Responder Training

This training provides first responders with practical tools for interacting safely and effectively with Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals during emergency situations. Topics include communication strategies, interpreter access, Deaf culture, de-escalation considerations, and reducing the risk of misunderstanding during crisis or emergency response situations.

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Want to learn more about our first responder training? Email us at dbhc@chsc.org

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.