Services for Hearing Impaired
Parkade Baptist Church Talking Hands Deaf Ministry 2102 North Garth Columbia, MO 65202 (573) 443-4585
Columbia College
Admissions Office
1001 Rogers St
Columbia, MO 65216
573-875-7352 (V)
admissions@ccis.edu
Deaf LEAD Institute
2505 W Ash
Columbia, MO 65203
573-445-5005
slogan@midamerica.net
University of Missouri
Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences - Clinical Services
Our department houses various clinics and services to assist individuals of all ages who are experiencing communication challenges.
301 Lewis Hall
Columbia, MO 65211
573-882-2940
umhsshpslhs@health.missouri.edu
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Resource Center on Deafness
Missouri School for the Deaf
505 E Fifth St
Fulton, MO 65251
573-826-4556 (VP) or 573-592-2555 (V) Sharon.egbert@msd.dese.mo.gov
William Woods University
Admissions Office
One University Ave
Fulton, MO 65251
1-800-995-3159 (Toll-Free/V) or 573-642-2251 (V)
admissions@williamwoods.edu
2505 W Ash Columbia, MO 65203 573-445-5005 (V/TTY) 1-800-380-DEAF (V/TTY) 573-303-5604 (VP) HAND to 839863 (Text)
DeafLEAD was founded to provide Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Late-Deafened, and DeafBlind individuals comprehensive, unified, and continuous support.
We proudly serve individuals and their families with a trauma-informed approach as they navigate severe distress, disaster, or being the victim of a crime. Our staff and volunteers give emotional support and access to resources to allow people to thrive.
Monday - Friday:
7 a.m. – 11 p.m. (Eastern Time)
4 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Saturday:
10 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Eastern Time)
7 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Sunday:
Closed
Customer Care:
877-885-3172
VRS Numbers:
English VRS — 877-467-4877
Spanish VRS — 877-767-4875
24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
On-site interpreting services, video remote interpreting, and text video relay services.
Content updated Oct. 16, 2024
The Missouri Deaf-Blind Project strives to improve services and results to youth who are deafblind and their families by strengthening collaborations among local, state and national teams, provide consultations and professional development. These efforts increase early identification and intervention, increase access to communication and the general education environments, facilitate family engagement, support successful transitions, and increase the number of highly-qualified personnel. Technical assistance, training and resources are available for families and service providers of individuals with vision and hearing loss (birth through 21 years of age).
3815 Magnolia Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63110
(314) 776-4320
Content updated April 30, 2025
Empowers people with disabilities, seniors and veterans to maximize their independence in the community. Includes information, demonstrations, and presentations on assistive devices/technology, as well as technical assistance for a variety of accessibility needs. SIL provides demonstrations and resources for medical equipment, communication devices, and home modifications like ramps. Durable medical equipment includes crutches, wheelchairs (including powerchairs), medical beds, braces, and more.
Transportation
Service is door-to-door. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:00 pm except on observed holidays. All riders must be at least 18 years old.
To be eligible you must have a disability, be at least 55 years of age, or be a veteran. For veterans, SIL requires documentation prior to one’s first ride verifying they are a veteran. Spouses of veterans can also ride free and also requires prior documentation.
If you have not used SIL Transportation service before, please call us at (573) 874-1646.
A ride is $14 one way. Payment is expected at the time of pick up.
Rides are limited to within the Columbia city limits. Availability is limited, not every ride request can be fulfilled. Riders must be able to ride independently and load/unload any items in their possession. Individuals who cannot ride independently are responsible for bringing their own caregiver. Caregivers ride at no charge, but we do need to know if you will bring one with you.
1905 W Ash Street
Columbia, MO 65203
573-874-1646 ext. 217
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Residents of Missouri (adults & children) who are at or below the Federal Poverty Level and have a Social Security Administration verifiable disability.
Content updated Aug. 30, 2024
Midwest Special Needs Trust Charitable Trust Program provides financial assistance grants to residents of Missouri who are at or below the Federal Poverty Level and have a Social Security Administration verifiable disability. The maximum grant award is $2000. Grants may be requested for medical and dental care, rehabilitative services or equipment, educational assistance, specialized transportation and other needs not covered by public benefits or available through other community programs.
P.O. Box 7629
Columbia MO 65201
573-256-5055
Email: grants@midwestspecialneedstrust.org
Hours: M-F, 8:00am-4:30pm