Programs
We offer many programs and services to support Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind individuals, their families, and professionals in the field. These include help with communications technology, accessibility, education, training, and information. Our goal is to make sure everyone has what they need to connect, learn, and participate in their communities.
Programs We Offer
Ascent Program
The Ascent Program is a free program for Colorado families with DHHDB children and youth, ages birth to 21 years of age, to connect with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind (DHHDB) adults. For more information or to receive Ascent Program support, please contact our COEHDI Coordinator.
Contact: coehdi.cddhhdb@state.co.us
Colorado Early Hearing Detection & Intervention (COEHDI)
The Colorado Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (COEHDI) program collaborates with other state agencies and COEHDI partners statewide to support a coordinated system of care for Deaf and Hard of Hearing children, aged birth to 36 months, and their families. Priorities include: support for hearing screening, diagnosis/identification, and early intervention efforts to ensure appropriate language, communication, and social development for children with hearing differences.
Contact: coehdi.cddhhdb@state.co.us
Communication Access Services
Our Communication Access Services (CAS) program supports making communication accessible. Services provided include certified sign language interpreters and Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART or live, human-generated captioning) to ensure Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind Coloradans can fully participate in everyday life
We oversee both Legal Communication Access Services (LCAS) and Rural Communication Access Services (RCAS). LCAS supports communication access in certain court and legal settings and RCAS connects community members in rural Colorado to qualified communication access providers.
Contact: cas.cddhhdb@state.co.us
Communications Technology Access Programs
The Communications Technology Access Programs (CTAP) includes: Communications Technology Program (CTP), the National DeafBlind Equipment Distribution Program (NDBEDP) also known as ICanConnect (ICC), and Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS).
The three programs provide access to communication, devices, education, and resources to qualified Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, and speech-disabled individuals.
Contact: ctap.cddhhdb@state.co.us
DeafBlind Programs
Our DeafBlind programs help individuals gain equitable access to information in their environment and everyday life.
Community Interveners provide ongoing communication and access support to help build connections and understanding.
Orientation & Mobility (O&M) Specialists services teach safe and independent travel skills.
Support Service Providers (SSPs) assist with communication and environmental information during community activities.
Contact: dbp.cddhhdb@state.co.us
Grants & Sponsorships
Established by the Colorado legislature, the SENSE Colorado Grant and Sponsorship Program provides financial support to organizations championing accessibility and inclusion for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind communities. We partner with groups hosting everything from local workshops to statewide conferences, prioritizing community-based planning, new start-up programs, and support for existing services.
While this funding is not intended to replace an organization’s legal ADA obligations, we highly encourage innovative projects that create shared value and expand access across the state. All opportunities are carefully evaluated by our Grants Program Committee based on their overall mission impact, geographic reach, and alignment with our core values.
Contact: grants.cddhhdb@state.co.us
