These are the same steps our staff use when they help someone. "They" means the person who needs help: you, or someone you are helping. Go in order, and call ahead when you can.
1Free or low-cost hearing aids
Starkey Hearing Foundation - Starkey Cares
Hear Now low-cost hearing aids
855-686-2202
· Not listed
Miracle-Ear Foundation
Gift of Sound free hearing aids
800-234-5422
· Store hours vary
2Phones, equipment and help
NM Commission for Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Free amplified phones and tablets (TEDP)
800-489-8536
Albuquerque · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
NM Commission for Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Las Cruces Office
Deaf and hard of hearing advocacy and interpreter information (southern NM)
575-525-1037
2407 W Picacho Ave, Suite A-100, Las Cruces · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
3Crisis support in ASL
DeafLEAD
Deaf Crisis Line (ASL videophone and text)
321-800-3323
· 24/7
This guide is general information only, not medical, legal or other professional advice. Places and rules change, so please call before you go. In an emergency, call 911; in a mental health crisis, call or text 988. Disclaimer
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