Deaf/Hard of Hearing Services

Sullivan & Associates, Inc. provides support to Deaf/Hard of Hearing people with mental retardation or mental health concerns. These services are available in both the Springfield and Pittsfield areas.

These services include:

• Individualized community based residential and day supports.
  
• Deaf staff who naturally bring their culture and communication to the people they support.
  
• Hearing staff who are fluent in American Sign Language.
  
• Staff Interpreter Joan Wattman MS, who is certified through the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (CSC, CI/CT, SC:L)
  
• Access to additional Interpreter Services though Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (MCDHH).
  
• Coordination with MCDHH Case Management staff.
  
• Coordination with Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission staff (MRC)
  
• Ongoing Deaf/HOH Culture Training for employees.
  
• American Sign Language classes taught by a Deaf Instructor
  
• Access to local Deaf communities and Independent Living Centers throughout Western MA.
  
• Deaf Club for people supported by Sullivan & Associates, Inc.
  
• Homes equipped with adaptive technology/equipment
  
• Ongoing consultation with the DMR and DMH Statewide Deaf Services Coordinators.
  
• Interpreters available for staff training and staff meetings for Deaf staff.
  
• Deaf/blind supports including consultation with the Helen Keller Institute and the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind.