Welcome to the Future of Deaf Empowerment in Northeast Ohio

A Place Where Everyone is Understood—Without Saying a Word

Introducing the Signs of Growth Campaign

The Community Center for the Deaf (CCD), an extension of Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center, is more than a service provider—it's a home for the Deaf community. A place built by and for Deaf individuals, where connection, dignity, and opportunity thrive.

The Signs of Growth Campaign is a bold initiative to renovate and transform the Community Center for the Deaf into a vibrant, welcoming, fully accessible hub of services, support, and Deaf pride.

Why This Matters

The Deaf community faces significant barriers every day. Many of our clients struggle with:

• Access to food and housing
• Unemployment and underemployment
• Systemic isolation and a lack of culturally competent support

These aren’t just inconveniences. They’re injustices. And they’re preventable. The Signs of Growth Campaign is our bold response.

Our Vision for the New CCD

The CCD’s new home—a former KeyBank branch on Pearl Road in Parma Heights—is an ideal location, easily accessible by two bus lines and closer to where many in the Deaf community live. As the space was originally built to serve a very different purpose, our goal is to thoughtfully redesign it into a welcoming, accessible environment that meets the unique cultural and communication needs of the Deaf.

We’re reimagining our space to reflect the excellence of our services and the pride of our community:

• Private meeting rooms for case management and counseling
• Classrooms and training areas for education and employment support
• Comfortable social spaces for connection and community
• Deaf-centric design that celebrates culture, language, and identity
• Assistive technology like videophones, visual alarms, and real-time captioning

All services will remain free of charge to those who need them most.

Leading with Advocacy

For the first time, CCD is leading regional efforts in social justice and public policy for the Deaf community. With a dedicated lobbyist and inclusive outreach, we’re:

• Advocating for equitable policies
• Raising awareness through storytelling
• Building a more inclusive Northeast Ohio

Make a Greater Impact Today

This is more than a renovation—it’s a movement. A chance to build a future where Deaf individuals can thrive with dignity, independence, and joy. Your support—through donations, advocacy, or partnership—will help us create a space where belonging speaks louder than words.

Donate Today     See the Full Vision

Have Questions or Want to Learn More?

If you have questions about the Signs of Growth campaign, want to learn more about the Community Center for the Deaf, or are interested in supporting this transformative project, contact us at development@chsc.org or call 216-231-8787