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June 12, 2024

Deaf Mentor Training from Friday, September 13 through Sunday, September 15, 2024

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Deaf Mentor Training, Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Center for Deaf & Hard of Hearing

Friday, September 13 through Sunday, September 15, 2024

September 13-15 (Friday to Sunday)

Location TBD Training to be held in Federal Way, Washington

Utah State University SKI-HI Institute

Paula Pittman, Director

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Stacy Abrams, MA, Training Coordinator

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We are looking for more Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing individuals who are interested in becoming Family Mentors!

Family Mentors are contracted positions and will be assigned at least one family. If you are interested in becoming a Family Mentor, there are requirements you need to have prior to attending the Deaf Mentor training.

For further information, please contact: Claudia Foy,  Family Mentor Coordinator

Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

[email protected]

Video Phone: (360) 339-4902

Deaf Mentor Training - September 13-15

Accessibility: We are committed to equitable and inclusive access. Events will be in ASL with spoken English interpretation and captioning services provided Please contact us at [email protected] for other accommodation requests.  


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Programs & Services


Who We Are: The Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ODHH) provides programs and services for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, Hard of Hearing, Late Deafened, and Speech Disabled individuals, their families, and service providers in Washington State. 

What We Do: ODHH operates under the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) and is entrusted with fulfilling its legislative mandate outlined in RCW 43.20A.725. ODHH’s work includes:

Advocacy: ODHH advocates for the rights, interests, and needs of individuals who are Deaf, DeafBlind, Deaf Disabled, Hard of Hearing, Late Deafened, and Speech Disabled. The Office works to eliminate communication barriers and promote equal opportunities in various service areas, including training, consultation, contract management, information and referrals, and resources to promote communication equity.

Coordination: ODHH is a centralized resource. The Office collaborates with governmental, business, and community stakeholders to develop and implement policies, programs, and initiatives that address and ensure that state services and resources are accessible and inclusive to all Washingtonians.

Contact Us!

800-422-7930 Voice

360-339-7382 VP

[email protected]


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