  
Internet Essentials
(Comcast internet program for low income individuals)
This is a government funded program for households
with at least one child in the household who receives free lunch at
school.
This program is for individuals that do not have
internet service with Comcast.
If you do have internet service with Comcast then you
will need to discontinue service for 90 days then apply for the
program.
The program is $9.95 a month plus tax.
There’s no contract and no fees; everything is
included.
Call: 1-855-846-8376
Do you want to learn about HIV/AIDS
or STDS (sexually transmitted disease) in a private setting?
Do you want more information on how
to get a free HIV/AIDS test?
Send email to
Lori Fisher.
All emails are confidential.
Are you
interested in attending a
Hearing Loss Support Group?
I’m starting a
Hearing Loss Support Group. I’m asking anyone who’s interested in
attending for feedback. I will consider all requests carefully.
We will meet once
a month and it will be free of charge. I hope to start this program
Winter 2012 /
Spring 2013.
Please email or mail this
form
back to me;
Email: Lori Fisher
Attn: Lori Fisher
Berks Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, 2045 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA 19605
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Our Client Consultant works with Deaf and Hard of Hearing, and
Senior clients who need information, referrals, and help with
resolving personal issues. We provide these same services
to our homebound clients.
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BDHHS has established a free
Assistive Devices Program for
qualifying Deaf and Hard of Hearing applicants residing in Berks
County, PA.
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We have started our own Hearing Aid Financial Assistance
Program in addition to working with the HEAR NOW program.
Eligibility for both programs is based upon income.
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In addition, we provide applications for the
Pennsylvania
Telecommunication Device Distribution Program. This
Program provides specialized telecommunications devices at no
charge to qualifying persons who are Deaf or Hard of
Hearing. These devices enable eligible individuals to
access telephone services independently.
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Appointments for
services are required.
BDHHS has established an Assistive Device
Distribution Program
This program provides assistive devices to qualified
deaf and hard of hearing applicants residing in Berks County, PA.
Assistive technology plays an important role in the lives of people
who are deaf or hard of hearing. At home, at work, or at a public
facility such as a restaurant or hotel, many people who are deaf or
hard of hearing depend on technology.
Listed are some examples of Assistive Devices:
Devices for Alerting or Signaling: Auditory signals
are part of our everyday life. Alarm clocks, doorbells, telephones,
and fire alarms are just a few of the auditory signals that may not
be heard by people who are deaf or hard of hearing. Visual or
vibrotactile (vibrating) signals can replace or supplement the
auditory signals. Some examples include: Alarm Clocks, Doorbells
signalers, Baby Cry, and Monitors Smoke Alarms.
These devices are free to qualifying applicants. To qualify you
must be a resident of Berks County, complete an application, provide
proof of identification, and be financially eligible to receive
assistance. Income guidelines are included in the application.
BDHHS has started our own Hearing Aid Financial
Assistance Program in addition to working with the HEAR NOW
program. Eligibility for both programs is based upon income.
For more information contact
Lori at BDHHS.
610-685-4520 (v), 610-685-4525 (tty)
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BDHHS is working with the
Pennsylvania
Telecommunication Device Distribution Program.
This Program provides
specialized telecommunications devices, such as text telephones and
amplifiers, at no charge to qualifying persons who are deaf or hard
of hearing, or with speech and language disorders, or with a
physical disability that prevents them from using standard
telecommunication equipment, who have gross incomes of less than
200% of the federal poverty level. Other qualifications that must be
met in order to participate in the TDDP include: Pennsylvania
residency, qualified disability, must be at least 6 years old, and
must have phone service and the ability to learn how to use the
telecommunications device.
The following devices are available to eligible
persons: TTY, Voice Carryover TTY, Amplifier, Hands-Free
Speakerphone, Large Button Speakerphone, TTY with Braille Display,
TTY with Large Visual Display, Ring Signaler, Vibrating Signaler,
and Light Signaler.
For more information contact
Lori at BDHHS.
610-685-4520 (v), 610-685-4525 (tty)
 Berks Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services
works with various agencies to provide
counseling services.
Appointments are necessary.
For more information, contact
Lori at BDHHS.
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