The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) Department at Independent Living Center of Kern County (ILCKC) provides qualified and professional American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services that facilitate communication between the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community and local businesses/organizations.
All public and private businesses or entities are obligated to provide an ASL interpreter in compliance under the ADA Title II and Title III when requested by a Deaf client, customer, or patient.
The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Department and it’s ASL interpreters uphold and adhere to the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct.
ASL Interpreting Services
- On-demand, Same day scheduling
- After-Hours
- Future Appointments
- Emergency Services
Independent Living Center of Kern County ASL Interpreting Services Covers Kern County
According to the Office of Deaf Access, California has approximately 3 million Deaf individuals. This large number represents people who purchase products and services, work in local businesses, and participate in the community
ILCKC is equipped to provide quality ASL interpreting services for a variety of situations including but not limited to medical, educational, and community settings.
Instances that may require American Sign Language interpreting include:
- Employee Interviews, Orientations, Trainings, and Job Evaluations
- Staff Meetings
- Conferences, Presentations
- K-12 Education, Parent-Teacher Conferences, School functions and events, IEP Meetings
- Post-Secondary Education, required events and functions, Advisory Meetings, Graduations
- Medical and Health Care
- Social Services
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- Government, City/County Public Meetings or events, Elections and Campaigns
- Legal, Probation
- Public Service Announcements
- Media, News
- Trainings
- Community Events, Weddings, Funerals, and Church Services
- Performing Arts, Musicals and Theatre
- Mental Health settings, Therapy, Counseling
Download and complete our ASL Interpreting Form. Email the completed form to [email protected].
