Resources

This division of the NC Department of Health and Human Services provides direct services to individuals with hearing loss and provides technical assistance to agencies and businesses.

NAD is a national civil rights organization of, by, and for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.

The site from the National Association of the Deaf offers information for employers on accommodations for job applicants and employees with hearing impairments, as well as information on employment law and regulations.

This state association of the Hearing Loss Association of America works to represent the interests of hard-of-hearing people in NC through information, education, advocacy, and support.

A non-profit organization that offers technical and emotional support to families with children who are deaf or hard of hearing.

The network has ten regional ADA Centers that provide information, guidance, and training on the ADA. Resources on the ADA National Network website include:

• ADA Disability Law Handbook
• ADA Regulations Factsheets
• Fact Sheet on Service Animals
• Opening Doors to Everyone
• Adjusting Doors for Access

This is the Regional ADA Center that covers North Carolina, and offers resources for people with disabilities as well as businesses about the ADA and its implementation.

This website and information line are operated by the Department of Justice to provide information about the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Information Line: 800-514-0301

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) provides a mechanism to resolve disability discrimination disputes about access to public entities without having to engage in litigation by filing a complaint in federal court. This guide walks you through the steps.

This website has resources that answer questions about accessibility in terms of housing, transportation, voting, and more.