NMCDHH's Position Statement on VRI Have you had a poor experience with VRI in New Mexico? NMCDHH is gathering data regarding ineffective use of VRI and providing advocacy to assure our constituents are receiving effective communication access. Please contact us and share your stories. Read Full Position Statement
Current Issues Executive Order Impact on Interpreter Licensure We are receiving numerous questions about the impact of Executive Order 2018-48 issued on October 3, 2018 on signed language interpreter licensure. There are no changes at this time. Click below to see more information and a link to the full text of the Executive Order. Learn More
Spotlight The August 2019 Telecommunication Equipment Distribution Program (TEDP) Item of the Month is the Serene CL-60 Big Button Talking Amplified cordless phone. This phone amplifies incoming sound up to 55+dB which is 600 times louder than a regular phone and features large buttons and brightly lit Caller ID display. Digital sound processing enhances clarity to improve incoming speech and a one-touch Call-for-Help button for emergencies, plus bright flashers and super-loud ringer on the handset and base. The base is also a speakerphone. Read more about the device here Learn More
Upcoming Events 8/18/2019 - Open Captioned Movie - Blinded by the Light8/20/2019 - Farmington - Assistive Technology Workshop8/24/2019 - Zia Deaf-Blind Club Tram Ride & Lunch8/29/2019 - NMDCO - 5th Annual Labor Day Weekend Camp View All Events