Deaf & Hard of Hearing Resource Specialists

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Deaf & Hard of Hearing Resource Specialists Access Vine's Resource Specialist Program provides assistance to people who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing. Please contact us in advance to arrange an appointment!

The Resource Specialists provide services to those with hearing loss. The Technology Specialists identify solutions to communication barriers using assistive technology. The Access Specialists ensure there is equal communication access and provide advocacy. The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Specialist have the knowledge-base and communication ability to work with persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, and late-deafened in the areas of advocacy, self-empowerment, and sensitivity training, as well as with Federal and State mandates on equal access to services, including education and employment. In many instances, the Access Specialist work as a liaison between consumers and service providers on appropriate service provision. The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Technology Specialist provide services to a person with hearing loss, including those recently deafened. The Technology Specialist identifies solutions based on the needs of the individual and their family and strives to improve the quality of life for these persons by providing essential training and information. Training may include information on communication strategies, assistive technology, hearing loss awareness, cochlear implants, and hearing aids. Assistance in locating resources in the community and individual assessment of the workplace, educational, or community challenges are also provided. Access Vine’s Resource Specialist Project is funded by the Texas Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services under the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Apply on our website: www.accessvine.co/services

10/09/2026

🌿 Introducing our newest advocate, Dr. Latoya Dixon! 🤟✨

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Latoya Dixon to Access Vine team as our new Access Specialist serving Houston, Tyler, and surrounding communities!

Dr. Dixon brings a wealth of experience in disability rights, communication access, vocational rehabilitation, education, and self-advocacy. As a Black Deaf woman and advocate, she combines her lived experience, professional expertise, and research to help Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, and late-deafened individuals navigate barriers and advocate for meaningful access.

Her passion for advocacy comes from empowering individuals and families to understand their rights, strengthen their self-advocacy skills, and find communication access solutions in healthcare, education, employment, and everyday life.

We’re proud to welcome Dr. Dixon to our village and expand Access Vine’s support across Houston and East Texas. 💚🌱

Help us give Dr. Latoya Dixon a warm Access Vine welcome! 👋🤟

08/07/2026
06/20/2026

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services to Host Listening Session June 25, 2026 in Houston https://wp.me/p752R-bXd

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Austin, TX

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+15125408071

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