In honor of #DeafAwarenessMonth and #InternationalWeekOfTheDeaf, we are proud to present #OnTheRoadWithMCDHH, a film which shows #MCDHH services from a first-day staff member perspective.
Watch Now: facebook.com/MCDHH.MA/videos…
Transcript: docs.google.com/document/d/1…
#MCDHH gathered with Karran Larson to celebrate her retirement after 25 years in service to the Deaf, hard of hearing, late deafened and Deafblind citizens of the Commonwealth. From all of us, thank you & bon voyage. We can't wait to see what you do in your next chapter of life!

ALT Group photo of 20 MCDHHstaff, some seated and some standing, facing the camera and smiling. The walls are light yellow, with dual glass paneled doors visible in the background, and flooring consistes of dark brown wooden planks. The MCDHH logo appears in white in the lower right corner over the feet of the peopole in the photo.
The city of Lawrence, MA recently held its first annual flag raising to recognize Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness Month. #MCDHH staff attended in support of our Lawrence friends and constituents.
Happy #DeafAndHardOfHearingAwarenessMonth!
As #MCDHH continues its celebration of #DeafAwarenessMonth, we invite you to revisit Massachusetts history - specifically, Martha’s Vineyard’s past as a hub where a large population of Deaf people lived and thrived from the 1600s-1900s.
Enjoy our short video below! #DeafHistory
Last night, #MCDHH's own Jonathan O'Dell was awarded at @DLCMA's Annual Fundraiser, as the 2026 #UnsungHero Award recipient. This award recognizes individuals who have positively impacted the #disability #community. #Congratulations Jon!
Learn more: dlc-ma.org/event/jonathan-od…
Our team at #MCDHH wishes you and yours a very happy #LatineHeritageMonth.
We are grateful for the people, cultures, and the traditions of our colleagues and neighbors from Latin backgrounds.
#MCDHH continues its celebration of #DeafAwarenessMonth by highlighting the work of @iCanConnect1, who provide equipment and training to those with hearing and vision loss.
Visit #iCanConnect at icanconnect.org/
Explore their ASL offerings here: youtube.com/watch?v=Yu4ZBPWd…
Last year, @MassGovernor issued a Proclamation acknowledging September as #DeafAwarenessMonth in #Massachusetts.
We are still grateful to Gov. Healey and #HHS Secretary Mahaniah for reciting this Proclamation via #ASL vlog: bit.ly/4xqUyts
Happy #DeafAwarenessMonth!
Today, Comm'r Sotonwa welcomed Marisol Garcia, MA's new Child Advocate, to #MCDHH.
The two discussed how to expand inclusion of #Deaf and Hard of Hearing children in future policies and services.
Our team looks forward to growing under @MAChildAdvocate Garcia’s leadership!
#MCDHH's own Communication Access, Technology and Training Services Supervisor Jonathan O'Dell has been awarded as @DLCMA's 2026 Unsung Hero!
Learn more:
dlc-ma.org/event/jonathan-od…
Jonathan will be awarded at DLC's Annual Fundraiser on 9/10.
Event info:
dlc-ma.org/event/
Today is the last day #MCDHH will be accepting applications for the Spring 2027 #SignLanguage Interpreter Mentorship Pilot Program.
Apply here:
surveymonkey.com/r/mcdhhment…
Learn more about the program and how to apply below.
Vlog: facebook.com/reel/131504304
#MCDHH is still accepting applications for the Spring 2027 #SignLanguage Interpreter Mentorship Pilot Program!
Apply here: surveymonkey.com/r/mcdhhment…
Learn more about the program and how to apply below.
Vlog: facebook.com/reel/1315043047…
#MCDHH is pleased to share #ThinkOutsideTheVox has launched #EmergencyPreparednessModules created by and for the #Deaf and #HardOfHearing, Blind / low vision, disabled, neurodivergent and non disabled.
Learn more: thinkoutsidethevox.org/EP-Mo…
ASL Video: youtu.be/KmflpTa7ceo?si=BX9t…
#MCDHH is pleased to share #ThinkOutsideTheVox has launched #EmergencyPreparednessModules created by and for the #Deaf and #HardOfHearing, Blind / low vision, disabled, neurodivergent and non disabled.
Learn more: thinkoutsidethevox.org/EP-Mo…
ASL Video: youtu.be/KmflpTa7ceo?si=BX9t…
Mass Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing retweeted
#MCDHH is now accepting applications for the Spring 2027 #SignLanguage Interpreter Mentorship Pilot Program!
Apply here: surveymonkey.com/r/mcdhhment…
Learn more about the program and how to apply below.
Vlog: facebook.com/reel/1315043047…
Google has announced new sign language to text functionality.
Learn more: deepmind.google/blog/putting…
Please note this is a repost from Google. #MCDHH applauds all accessibility advancement and is pleased to share Deaf individuals and organizations participated in this launch!
As of July 31, #MCDHH’s After Hours Emergency Services (AHE) Program has transitioned to a new call center vendor, AnswerNet.
Questions? Email [email protected].
Learn more via the vlog below:
facebook.com/reel/1760371438…
#MCDHH is now accepting applications for the Spring 2027 #SignLanguage Interpreter Mentorship Pilot Program!
Apply here: surveymonkey.com/r/mcdhhment…
Learn more about the program and how to apply below.
Vlog: facebook.com/reel/1315043047…
Mass Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing retweeted
#MCDHH is now accepting applications for the Spring 2027 #SignLanguage Interpreter Mentorship Pilot Program!
Apply here: surveymonkey.com/r/mcdhhment…
Learn more about the program and how to apply below.
Vlog: facebook.com/reel/1315043047…
AI is moving fast, and so is its impact on our #Deaf, #DeafBlind, and #HardOfHearing constituents.
Check out @Innivee's latest webinar featuring #MCDHH’s Commissioner Sotonwa who offered his insights on #AI and the Future of #DeafLeadership:
youtube.com/watch?v=FZ7Dxf62…













