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Thanks to our Exhibitors!
Be sure to visit them at the Conference!
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Alternative Communication Services, LLC ACS provides the highest quality CART and captioning services available. Our Service is firewall friendly, government approved and easy to use. Web: www.acscaptions.com |
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BIRNBAUM INTERPRETING SERVICES (BIS) We will be promoting Sign Language Interpreting Services in the areas of VRS, VRI and interpreting services. Web: www.bisworld.com |
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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, an Agency under the Department of Health and Human Services, offers some of the best career opportunities in the Federal Government. The Mission of CMS is to ensure effective, up-to-date health care coverage and to promote quality care for beneficiaries. Web: www.cms.hhs.gov |
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CPC – COMPUTER PROMPTING & CAPTIONING CO. Closed captioning systems and services for videotape, DVD, and webcasts. Buy our software and caption yourself, or let our captioning service caption for you. Web: www.cpcweb.com |
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CSDVRS, LLC You’ll find CSDVRS and its services to be exceptional. CSDVRS strives to bring the best in video relay services (VRS) to the deaf and hard of hearing community. With CSDVRS, people can use sign language or Voice Carry-over (VCO) when VRS calls. There is no charge for any of our services. Web: www.csdvrs.com |
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Deaf and Hard of Hearing in Government (DHHIG) DHHIG is a national non-profit organization that serves as an employee support group for Federal employees who are either Deaf or Hard of Hearing and as a resource organization for the nationwide Federal government. Web: www.dhhig.org |
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DoD Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program (CAP) CAP provides FREE assistive technology and services for Federal employees who are deaf or hard of hearing. CAP services are available to individuals with visual, dexterity, communication and cognitive disabilities. Web: www.tricare.mil/cap |
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FEDERAL RELAY Federal Relay provides equal telecommunications access for active or retired Federal employees (civilian or military), veterans, and US Tribal members who are deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind or have speech disabilities. Federal Relay's mission is to broaden employment and advancement opportunities for individuals with disabilities while improving the quality of their work and family life through telecommunications. Web: www.federalrelay.us |
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GALLAUDET LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE (GLI) The Gallaudet Leadership Institute (GLI), established in October of 2002, is an institute that is uniquely qualified to provide deaf and hard of hearing individuals with programming specifically tailored to their personal and professional needs, and through the University’s consortium of regional programs to extend those programs across the nation. GLI also exists to address acute leadership shortages in education and other social service professions, including deaf-centric for-profit and non-profit agencies and corporations. |
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Hands On VRS (HOVRS) Hands On Video Relay Service (HOVRS), is a nationwide service that is accessible 24/7/365 , anywhere high speed internet lines are available. HOVRS offers VideoSign 2.5 which can be downloaded free from our website, and has technological solutions for D-Link/TV, PC, and Mac users. HOVRS is known for it’s highly skilled certified video relay interpreters. Deaf and Hard of Hearing customers can access the internet based service by visiting the company's website at www.hovrs.com, or to the hearing community by dialing 1-877-HOS4VRS (1-877-467-4877) for English, or 1-877-467-4875 for HOVRS en Español. Web: www.hovrs.com |
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i711.com (go america) i711.com gives you a faster, easier relay experience whether you prefer text, VRS, or wireless relay. Make most calls in just one click, with i711's exclusive smart dialing features. i711 takes you beyond ordinary relay so you can finish your calls more quickly and get on with more important things. i711.com is Relay and Beyond Web: www.i711.com |
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IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT
(ICE) Created in March 2003, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is the largest investigative branch of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Web: www.ice.gov |
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IP-RELAY www.IP-Relay.com offers relay using personal computers, wireless devices, instant messaging, web-cameras and videophones. Web: www.ip-relay.com |
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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF THE DEAF (NAD) The NAD, founded in 1880, safeguards the civil rights of deaf and hard of hearing Americans. www.nad.org; Information, resources, conference news, publication samples. Web: www.nad.org |
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NISH NISH is a national nonprofit agency whose mission is to create employment opportunities for people with severe disabilities by securing Federal contacts through the Javits-Wagner-O’Day (JWOD) program for its network of community-based nonprofit agencies. Web: www.nish.org |
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NOAA/National Weather Service Warnings for severe weather and all hazands. Web: www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr |
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NXI COMMUNICATIONS TCS Associates a leading provider of Assistive Technology solutions, together with NXi Communications, is proud to present the official launch of the new ONE number system. Web: www.nxicom.com |
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PRESSMAN CONSULTING, LLC A global provide of Human Resources (HR) services that specializes in career management, career counseling, executive coaching, outplacement & relocation facilitation strategic workforce planning development, training, mentoring, disability programs, and organizational development solutions in the Federal Government. |
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SCOMM, INC This UbiDuo is a communication device that enables deaf or hard of hearing people to communicate face to face with hearing people without an interpreter. Web: www.scommonline.com |
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Sign Language Associates Celebrating 25 years of service, Sign Language Associates has built a national reputation for quality interpreting and designing programs with the community in mind. Web: www.signlanguage.com |
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SORENSON Communications Sorenson Communications is a provider of industry-leading communication offerings including the Sorenson Video Relay Service (VRS) and Sorenson IP Relay (siprelay). Web: www.sorenson.com |
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Sprint Relay Sprint has 17 years of experience in providing relay services to persons who are deaf, hard of hearing or deaf-blind or have a speech disability to communicate with hearing persons on the phone. Sprint’s experience in the field assures users of Sprint Relay receive quality service no matter what type of Relay service they are using. Relay service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, with no restrictions on the number of calls placed or call length. Web: www.sprintrelay.com |
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Taxpayer Advocate Service We will discuss several initiatives our office has embraced in their endeavor to provide outreach to disabled individuals. We will answer questions and provide brochures with information about our services. Our workshop will focus on identifying and resolving barriers faced by taxpayers with disabilities in their efforts to comply with tax obligations. In addition, we will discuss several initiatives the Taxpayer Advocate Service has embraced in their endeavor to provide outreach to disabled individuals. Staff will be available at a booth to answer questions and provide brochures with information about our services. Web: www.irs.gov/advocate |
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TCS Associates TCS Associates a leading provider of Assistive Technology solutions, together with NXi Communications, is proud to present the official launch of the new ONE number system. |
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T-MOBILE T-Mobile Phone and service Web: www.t-mobile.com |
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U.S. Post Service (USPS) The USPS will provide information related with employment, products and services, and how to apply for U.S. Passport for future travel. Since 1775, the Postal Service and its predecessor, the Post Office Department, have connected friends, families, neighbors and businesses by mail. It is an independent federal agency that visits more than 144 million homes and businesses every day and is the only service provider delivering to every address in the nation. Web: www.usps.com |
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Viable Viable is a Video Relay Provider specializing in the development of visual communication technologies. These products allow deaf and hard of hearing consumers to make video calling as effortlessly as voice calling. Web: www.viable.net |
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VISUAL LANGUAGE INTERPRETING Provider of Sign Language Interpreting and CART/Captioning Services. Web: www.vli-dc.com |
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