Check out the upcoming workshops and survey!

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December 3, 2025

Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Grant Writing Workshop

Date: Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025

Time: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Presenter: Morgan Jericho, ODHH

Accessibility: ASL Interpreters and CART provided.

https://dshs-telehealth.zoom.us/j/84083046668?pwd=g55mU6MJT2K5oSgHmf9eKGsSPlMkFc.1

Meeting ID: 840 8304 6668

Passcode: 047975


988 Lifeline - Mental Health Support Workshop

Date: Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025

Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Presenter: Selima Carlin, DeafLEAD

Accessibility: ASL Interpreters and CART provided.

Selima Carlin from DeafLEAD will talk about 988 Lifeline for mental health crisis support. Learn how Deaf and hard of hearing people can access 988 to get immediate crisis support through various methods and what to expect when talking to a counselor.

Link: https://deaflead.zoom.us/j/2514976428?omn=86136054917

Meeting ID: 251 497 6428


Gallaudet University Deaf and Hard of Hearing Child Resilience Center Mental Health Survey

Innivee Strategies is partnering to support the Gallaudet University Deaf and Hard of Hearing Child Resilience Center on research to develop mental health tools designed with and for the DDBHH community (ages 7+). These tools will directly benefit families and students.

About the Study:

  • Brief eligibility screening + 15-minute interview
  • Surveys take up to 30 minutes
  • $20 gift card per survey completed
  • Voluntary, confidential, IRB-approved

Why This Matters: This research will inform best practices and create accessible resources specifically designed for Deaf and hard-of-hearing children—resources that recognize and celebrate their strengths while addressing their unique needs.

How to Participate:

  • ASL version: link
  • Eligibility screening: link
  • Questions? [email protected]
  • Survey Interest Deadline: Monday, December 15, 2025.

Accessibility: We are dedicated to ensuring equitable and inclusive access. Our meetings and events are available in ASL, spoken English, and with captioning. Additionally, other signed and spoken languages are offered. For more information or specific requests, please contact us at [email protected].


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800-422-7930 Voice
425-461-4603 Videophone
[email protected]

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dshs.wa.gov/altsa/odhh


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