DeafConnect
of the Mid-South
A partner for the D/deaf and hard of hearing in Memphis and the Mid-South since 1975
DeafConnect at a Glance
DeafConnect of the Mid-South is a nonprofit serving Memphis and surrounding communities. We foster inclusive and accessible communities by offering advocacy, education and communication through sign language interpreting.
Our mission is to empower D/deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals and their families.
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Our vision is that there will be no barriers for D/deaf and hard-of-hearing people to reach their goals.
Schedule an Interpreter
Call us at 901.278.9307
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We schedule interpreters 7/24/365 and facilitate relationships and communications between the D/deaf community and businesses, healthcare providers, government, legal services, schools, financial institutions, community resources, law enforcement, housing providers and others.
WE SERVE THE D/DEAF & THOSE WITH HEARING LOSS
The 100,000 members of the D/deaf community in the Memphis area include individuals who are:
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D/deaf: those with hearing loss
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Hard of hearing: those with mild to profound hearing loss
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D/deaf-blind: those with hearing loss who also have vision loss
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Late-D/deafened: those who lose hearing later in life
WE SERVE THOSE WHO WANT TO LEARN ASL
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ASL classes
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ASL Summer Camp
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Interpreter training
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Community-building among interpreters
WE SERVE ORGANIZATIONS THAT SERVE THE D/DEAF COMMUNITY
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Businesses
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Healthcare providers
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Doctors & Hospitals
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City, County, State & Federal Government
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Legal Services
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Educational Institutions
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Financial Institutions
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Community Resources
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Law Enforcement
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Housing Providers
Upcoming Events
Interpreter Listening Session with the DeafConnect Board & Staff!
ASL Interpreters are invited to join the Deafconnect Board and Staff for an Interpreter Listening Session!
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Date: Saturday, April 5th
Time: 11am-1pm
Location: McAllister's Deli
Address: 7710 Poplar Ave. Germantown, TN
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This event is open only to ASL Interpreters. Lunch is provided!