Information & Referral
Info & Referral Line
Did you ever wish there was one phone number you can call for information regarding local resources - specifically for Deaf and hard of hearing people? There is! Our Info & Referral Line is designed to answer your questions on a variety of topics - from interpreters to health care to housing - and to refer you to qualified service providers in your area. We provide referrals for other centers, businesses, social service agencies, and audiologists within Washington State. You can also make an appointment to meet with an advocate.
- HSDC Seattle serves King, Snohomish, Jefferson, Clallum, & North Kitsap (Bainbridge Island and north of Bremerton) counties.
- HSDC South Sound (Tacoma Office) serves Pierce, Grays Harbor, Thurston, Mason, & South Kitsap (Bremerton and south of Bremerton) counties.
- HSDC North Sound (Bellingham Office) serves Whatcom, Skagit, San Juan & Island counties.
General Fund
If you're a City of Seattle resident who is Deaf, Deaf-Blind, or hard of hearing, you may qualify for interpreting or captioning services from the General Fund. The goal is to make equal access a reality for everyone, by providing money for ASL interpreters, oral interpreters, and captioners to individuals facing financial challenges, based on their income.
FM Systems
Our Seattle, Tacoma, and Bellingham offices have FM Systems available for loan to Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community members. Businesses are charged applicable rental rates.
