Career and Recovery Resources, Inc - Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services

The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) program at Career and Recovery Resources provides instruction and assistance using American Sign Language (ASL). They serve the adult deaf and hard -of-earing population in Houston and surrounding counties. The DHHS program has three service components: 1) English Literacy, 2) Computer Literacy, and 3) Employment. They offer counseling, education and training and support in integrative programs developed from evidence-based models in which the client is an active participant.  These services are provided at no cost to clients. DHHS offers: 
Literacy Classes: self-paced classes provide instruction in basic math, reading and writing skills for persons interested in acquiring a GED.  
Individual Tutorials: tutorials for persons seeking citizenship, driver’s license attainment, or assistance with college course work.  
Computer Literacy Classes: classes include introduction to Windows, Microsoft Office programs, Internet search skills,  and email set-up and use.  
Job-Readiness Training: facilitators teach clients effective resume writing skills, interviewing techniques, job search and follow-up skills and techniques.
Job Placement Assistance: support staff help clients search and find job leads and assists with contacting employers. 
Assistive Listening Devices: on-site listening devices are made available for calling employment prospects.  
Interpreter: by appointment, interpreters are provided to arrange and accompany CRR’s deaf and hard-of-hearing clients to their job interviews.  
American Sign Language  (ASL) Training:  free American Sign Language training for clients, their families and friends and the public. 

Location

2525 San Jacinto Street
Houston, 77002, TX

Accessible Location: Yes

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