Cecilia Reyes serves the Texas community as the Technology Resource Specialist for Region 10. She has over 5 years of of experience working to find solutions for Texas residents who are Deaf or hard of hearing. Her ever growing knowledge can help you or your loved ones gain access to communication equipment that aid with any barriers caused by a hearing disability. 

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Resources available:

• Driver ID visor card

• Certificate of Dafness for Tuition Waiver

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Some Devices available:

• Amplified phone 

• Caption phone

• Assisted listening device

• Ring Signaler 

• Much more!

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Qualifications:

1) Texas residency

2) 18+ years of age

3) Inform us of your disability for ages 5 yrs+ (Deaf or hard of hearing)

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Call our office today for more details or to sign up!

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​Please note: Our office has a Technology Specialist

Our Specialized Telecommunications Assistance Program (STAP) Specialist contract with Health and Human Services (HHSC)/Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) will end on August 31, 2025.

After this date, community members can refer to the DHHS Contractors Page to view the list of current Access Specialists and Technology Specialists available to assist you.

Linked is a FAQ document developed by Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services to address questions and provide clarification to the community regarding this upcoming change.

For questions specifically related to STAP, please contact the STAP team at DHHS.Phones@hhs.texas.gov or (512) 605-0568.

To locate STAP vendors in your area, use the STAP Vendor Search tool.

If you have questions or need assistance with a referral to an Access or Technology specialist, please contact DHHS at DHHS.Mailbox@hhs.texas.gov or (512) 410-1387.