Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

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Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing A state government agency serving the deaf, hard of hearing and deafblind residents in Virginia

This is the official Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (VDDHH) page. For more you may find us at:

Web: http://vddhh.org/
Web: www.varelay.com

Programs:
Community Services
Technology Assistance Program
Virginia Relay
Interpreter Services
Virginia Quality Assurance Screening

VDDHH Program Spotlight: Community Services raising awareness about Deaf and Hard of Hearing!Paul Stuessy and Karen Rhoa...
10/16/2026

VDDHH Program Spotlight: Community Services raising awareness about Deaf and Hard of Hearing!

Paul Stuessy and Karen Rhoads, CSP team attended 2026 TRIAD Conference hosted by the Virginia Office of Attorney General. They met with organizations and agencies that are serving the Older Adults with awareness, collaboration opportunities and training with Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Attorney General Jay Jones spoke with leaders about how important we protect our Older Adults from Scams, Frauds, and Elder Abuse.

At 2026 Deaf Pig Roast, Paul and Karen were there to raise awareness of resources and accessibility available to Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind and people with speech difficulties in Virginia.

VDDHH Program Spotlight: Technology Assistance making accessibility possible! Brittany Howard and Stacy Vanderberg, TAP ...
10/14/2026

VDDHH Program Spotlight: Technology Assistance making accessibility possible!

Brittany Howard and Stacy Vanderberg, TAP staff, showcased free/low-cost equipment for communication support at the Disability Resource Fair in Richmond, highlighting VDDHH's services and breaking down communication barriers for Virginians!

VDDHH takes on the ALDACon 2026! (Association of Late-Deafened Adults) Brittany Howard, Technology Assistance Program Manager and Rhonda Jeter, Business Manager hosted a resource booth showcasing the resources VDDHH can offer to Virginia residents with hearing loss. Attendees had the opportunity to learn about the Technology Assistance Program.

In the observance of Columbus Day (US) and Yorktown Victory Day (VA), VDDHH office will be closed on Monday, October 12,...
10/11/2026

In the observance of Columbus Day (US) and Yorktown Victory Day (VA), VDDHH office will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2026. We will resume regular operations on Tuesday, October 13 at 8:15 am.

Eric Raff gave a presentation about state agencies of the deaf and hard of hearing with his colleagues Christina Feil (D...
10/09/2026

Eric Raff gave a presentation about state agencies of the deaf and hard of hearing with his colleagues Christina Feil (DE) and Elizabeth Hill (NJ) at the national ‘Association of Late Deafened Adults’ conference in Williamsburg, VA.

Director Raff attended Virginia Commonwealth University screening of a“Being Michelle” documentary about a deaf woman’s ...
10/05/2026

Director Raff attended Virginia Commonwealth University screening of a“Being Michelle” documentary about a deaf woman’s journey through the corrections system and was on a Q & A panel. He shared reflections on systematic barriers dealing with therapy, prison, court proceedings, support services, and “competency.”

Statewide Meeting on Aging in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Communities & first Listening Session at Tuckahoe Public Library....
10/01/2026

Statewide Meeting on Aging in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Communities & first Listening Session at Tuckahoe Public Library. Partners: Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (VDDHH), Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) - Division of Aging, Virginia Council on Aging (VCoA), LeadingAge Virginia, Deaf Seniors of America (DSA), and VCU Department of Gerontology. The remaining Listening Sessions need your voice - Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, and Hearing Adults 60+ living in Virginia to SPEAK UP! Ask for accommodations in ADVANCE :)

Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services

What a great Open House we had here at VDDHH last weekend! Thank you for visiting! Enjoy the pictures.
09/28/2026

What a great Open House we had here at VDDHH last weekend! Thank you for visiting! Enjoy the pictures.

09/25/2026

VDDHH Open House today and TOMORROW! Enjoy today's video. Come tomorrow between 10 am and 3 pm. Free SWAG bags!!! We are located at 1602 Rolling Hills Drive, Suite 203, Henrico, VA 23229.

💻Virtual Pals GroupThis student-led virtual pal group is for students who are deaf and hard of hearing in Virginia. Sess...
09/23/2026

💻Virtual Pals Group
This student-led virtual pal group is for students who are deaf and hard of hearing in Virginia. Sessions are held monthly, beginning in October 2026 and ending in April 2027.

➡For information: Scan the QR code or click here: https://airtable.com/appmecLFxedLhlX2o/shr9T89uYy38Y5cWY

📣About the Group:
Elementary students will be matched up with Middle or High School students during this virtual meet-up. This is an opportunity for students to build confidence, create new friendships, and develop positive attitudes. All communication modalities are welcome!

🔎Important Information
Participation in this group is voluntary.
Parental consent is required to participate.
All information regarding this program will be sent to the email provided during registration.

❓For questions, please email: [email protected]

👥This event is being sponsored by the Technical Assistance Center for Children who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing (TAC-DHH), the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS), Virginia Hands and Voices, and the Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind Outreach Program (VSDB).

Address

1602 Rolling Hills Drive, Suite 203
Henrico, VA
23229

Opening Hours

Monday 8:15am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:15am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:15am - 5pm
Thursday 8:15am - 5pm
Friday 8:15am - 5pm

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