http:\/\/www.dars.state.tx.us\/dhhs\/providers\/contractors.asp?ptype=’HLRS’<\/a><\/p>\nBoth Deafness RSs and Hearing Loss RSs can also work with businesses and employers in regards to Communication access and assistive technology.<\/p>\n
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Office for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) The Office for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) in Austin contracts with entities to provide 14 Deafness Resource Specialists across the state to provide advocacy services for communication access…<\/p>\n
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