ACT Deafness Resource Centre
ACT Deafness Resource Centre
The ACT Deafness Resource Centre is a NDIA registered organisation that provides free information, resources, and training services to the deaf and hearing impaired. Training is done on-site at the Grant Cameron Community Centre in Canberra, with additional information found on their website. They offer group or individual face-to-face training sessions, ranging from beginners to intermediate levels of training. On-site home visits can be organised for ACT residents.
Access Needs:
- Hearing
Location:
- Australian Capital Territory (ACT): Holder
Training Delivery:
- Groups
- Individual
Available Training:
1. Mobile Phones – Free Training
The ACT Deafness Resource Centre provides free training and consultations on the use of smartphones (Android and Apple iPhones) for people with hearing impairments. This includes information on accessing available features to support communication and the compatibility of different assistive technologies.
2. Tablets – Free Training
The ACT Deafness Resource Centre provides free training and consultations on the use of Android tablets and Apple iPads for people with hearing impairments.
3. Landlines – Free Training
The ACT Deafness Resource Centre provides free consultations on the Corded, Cordless, and Teletypewriters (TTY) Landlines that are available in the market for individuals with a hearing impairment and offer training on how to use these products.
4. Assistive Technology – Free Training
The ACT Deafness Resource Centre host regular group workshops and offer free individual consultations on the variety of Assistive Technologies available to help individuals with all degrees of hearing loss. This includes:
- Using the phone with Hearing Devices
- Using the phone with Personal microphones
A complete list of the assistive technology products to help manage your hearing loss better can be found on their website.
More Information:
More information on training, consultation, or workshop times at: ACT Deafness Resource Centre Web Page
For additional information please call 02 6287 4393 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
