Anyone, 5 years of age and older, is eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Find your nearest vaccination location at vaccines.gov.
Assuring Equality, Respect, Accessibility and Independence for All Individuals with a Hearing Loss
The Commission has reopened the Illinois BEI Interpreter Testing, starting October 2021. At this time, the written Test of English Proficiency (TEP) is being offered. The BEI Performance Exam continues to be suspended until further notice. For more information, see Illinois BEI Interpreter Testing Announcement (PDF).
The Governor’s Office is accepting applications to serve as Commissioners on the Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission. To become a Commissioner, visit www.appointments.illinois.gov and click on Nominate Yourself. Under PART A: Board or Commission Sought, please select “Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission” as the Board or Commission Name. Complete as appropriate and submit the appointment application.
IDHHC Communications sends up-to-date information on issues relating to hearing loss including upcoming events and IDHHC announcements. If you would like to subscribe to receive emails from IDHHC Communications, please go to the Contact Us page to sign up.
The COVID-19 Vaccine Communication Card is available for the public to download and print. Individuals may wish to print the COVID-19 Vaccine Communication Card and bring it to their vaccination site. The COVID-19 Vaccine Communication Card does not replace the requirement of federal and state laws for effective communication to Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind persons, such as sign language interpreters or other services.
Commission Meeting
Interpreter Licensure Board Meeting
