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Libraries and Accessibility

Resources on accessibility, the ADA, and services to persons with disabilities.

American Sign Language and Live Captioning Resources

Sign Language Interpreters

For sign language interpreters, call 2-1-1, or visit the 211 Connecticut web page and search for “Sign Language Interpretation.” TTY: 800-671-0737.

The Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) will continue to monitor and post a statewide Interpreter Registry. All sign language interpreters working for compensation in Connecticut must satisfy the mandates of established law CT General Statute Sec. 46a-33a, including annual registration with DORS and submission of documented credentials, including certification by a nationally recognized board.

Live captioning of events

In Connecticut, live real-time captioning for telephone calls is available for free through T-Mobile IP Relay or Relay Connecticut. Both offer services for conference calls.  Relay Connecticut can provide captioning for virtual meetings as well. 

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