Deaf/Hard of Hearing Independent Living Program

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Contact Information

Center for Living and Working
Contact: Joan Philip, Deaf/Hard of Hearing IL Director
Email Address: rmoreira@centerlw.org
Phone: 774-366-6229 xMain
Alternate Phone: 508-762-1164 xTTY/VP

18 Chestnut Street Suite 540 Worcester, MA 01608
Area Served: Central

Map Location Deaf/Hard of Hearing Independent Living Program

Narrative

A non-profit Independent Living Center (ILC) serving people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing in Central Massachusetts.  We offer:

  • skills training
  • peer mentoring
  • problem solving help
  • advocacy
  • crisis intervention
  • outreach and community education
  • education/social events
  • volunteer/internship program
  • assistive device training/loaner program

Service Types

  • Case Management
  • Skills Training

Program Type

  • Advocacy
  • Assistive Technology and Equipment
  • Communication
  • Independent Living

Populations Served

  • Deaf
  • Developmental Disability
  • Hard of Hearing

Ages Served

  • 19 - 22
  • 23 – 59
  • 60 +

Languages Spoken

  • American Sign Language

Accessibility Features

  • Accessible Parking
  • Accessible Restrooms
  • Elevators
  • Medical Needs
  • Near Public Transportation
  • Sign Language
  • Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

  • Fees: Free Service