In addition to relay and interpreting services, CSD offers nationally-accredited programs for the deaf, hard of hearing and general community. In Oklahoma, these programs include:

American Sign Language (ASL)/Deaf Culture Classes

CSD offers custom ASL classes for all ages and skill levels. ASL and Deaf Culture classes are also offered to first responders in the community: fire and rescue services, police, paramedics, etc. Workshops/seminars on Deaf Culture, sign language and sensitivity training are also available to the general public.

Cross–Cultural, Hearing Loss Awareness Training & Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Advocacy

Community groups and public agencies and organizations have enlisted CSD for guidance and expertise in developing services that support deaf or hard–of–hearing consumers and/or community members. CSD staff can offer resources on hearing loss issues and deafness as a culture, as well as information on concerns such as accessibility compliance.

Domestic Violence Program

CSD offers services connecting deaf or hard–of–hearing domestic violence/sexual assault victims and survivors of all ages to needed help and resources. Staff and volunteers also train service providers and pertinent stakeholders such as law enforcement towards effective service delivery practices.

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Deaf Resource Guide

The Oklahoma Deaf and Hard of Hearing Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Program, in collaboration with law enforcement and providers of domestic violence and sexual assault and stalking services, developed a Resource Guide as a reference tool for practitioners serving clients with hearing loss.
 
The Resource Guide is divided into the following sections for your convenience in downloading the information you are specifically seeking.
 
Section I  Table of Contents and Purpose Domestic Violence within the Deaf Community
Section II  Introduction to Deaf Culture
Section III   Accessibility in Shelters and Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Programs
Section IV   Visual Aids for Providers to Work with Deaf or Hard of Hearing Clients     
                            Part 1
                            Part 2
                            Part 3
                            Part 4
Section V   Law Enforcement: Communicating with People Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (American Sign Language)        
Section VI   Communication Access in Legal Settings/Courts
Section VII  Communication Access in Healthcare Settings
Section VIII   Director of Service Providers
Section IX   Tools
Section  X   Special Recognition and Appreciation

Tobacco Cessation and Awareness Program

Comprehensive programs are offered statewide through culturally and linguistically appropriate messages in American Sign Language to reduce the health impacts of tobacco and second hand smoke exposure.

From School to Work Transition

In collaboration with the state Vocational Rehabilitation office, CSD provides transition services for deaf and hard of hearing children to facilitate the child’s movement form school to post-school activities, including employment, by providing work adjustment training. The Transition Work Adjustment Training program is designed to prepare high school age deaf youth for competitive employment by developing the following: work habits, attitudes and personal and social adjustment skills.