Communication Technology

The telephone gives children and teenagers independence. They can call their family and friends, order pizza, get information, and do many other things. Cell phones allow them to do it from anywhere they can get a call signal.

Deaf and hard of hearing children may not be able to use telephones the same way due to hearing loss. There is a wide variety of devices and systems that help deaf people get around that.

Videophones and Video Relay Service

Phones/TTYs and Phone/TTY Relay Services

IP Relay Service

Text Messaging Devices